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Title: Tropical Asian Style by Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, Kim Inglis, Gianni Francione, William Warren, Luca Invernizzi ISBN: 9-6259313-6-8 Publisher: Periplus Editions Pub. Date: January, 1998 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $39.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 5 (6 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: fabulous ideas for open-air living
Comment: After reading it, I wanted to knock down every wall in my house. Or at least remove the window glass. My next house will definitely be designed based on the rooms in this book.
I didn't read much of the text because the pictures were so captivating. They show every aspect of the tropical Asian house, except perhaps kitchens, which seem to be nothing more than a stove-type device near the dining area. The predominant theme is living among nature and even inviting it to share the living space with you (or is it the other way around?). Instead of windows and doors, you see slatted screens and netting. Very romantic. And a far cry from most of America's obsession with locks and glass. I need to move......
Rating: 5
Summary: Wish I were there...
Comment: My dream is to be surrounded by teak and orchids, eating curry and sipping lime juice, and not owning any sort of time piece. Since that isn't going to happen for several more years I bought this book. I am neither a designer nor a photographer so my only input is how this book makes me feel. I have come to love Southeast Asia after several all too brief trips to the region and Tropical Asian Style, specifically Tettoni's photos, has brought some life to my dull suburban living room. And, while I realize that this book comprises several distinct cultures, it is the overall effect, not any particular region, that is so overwhelmingly beautiful. If you feel trapped in your American workaholic routine, this book is a wonderful diversion.
Rating: 5
Summary: Truly Gorgeous Overview of Tropical Asian Luxe
Comment: This is an excellent look at the best examples of tropical Asian luxury living.
It is not a detailed exploration of regional design elements (look to Bali Style, Thai Style, Tropical Garden Design, et al, for the next degree of depth). It is, however, a rich overview of the best of SEAsian luxury architecture and furnishings.
Every page is simply gorgeous, with photos "bleeding" out past the paper, one trait of a good coffee table or style book. There is little or no image repetition in the coverage of the homes or boutique hotels featured, and each photo is perfectly focused, every composition seen in its best light.
In all the shuffle of Thai grandeur, Balinese earthiness, and Malaysian simplicity, the book might at first glance seem to be presenting a kind of fusion. I think it's fair to say that there is plenty of contemporary blurring of the distinctions between regions, but the reader can also look for regional elements and quickly learn them. Each property is given its own mini-chapter, which helps a lot. And the regional details and sensibilities really come alive when you read the accompanying texts, which are the work of expert style writers.
In fact, the contributors list reads like a who's who of style gurus. There is the clever and quippy Made Wijaya, descriptive Diana Darling, the meticulous William Warren, and details-minded Robert Powell. It's a great read!
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Title: Island Style: Tropical Dream Houses in Indonesia by Gillian Beal, Jacob Termansen ISBN: 9625934154 Publisher: Periplus Editions Pub. Date: March, 2002 List Price(USD): $45.00 |
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Title: Bali Modern: The Art of Tropical Living by Gianni Francione, Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, Gianni Francioni ISBN: 9625934669 Publisher: Periplus Editions Pub. Date: April, 2000 List Price(USD): $34.95 |
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Title: Tropical Houses : Living in Nature in Jamaica, Sri Lanka, Java, Bali, and the Coasts of Mexico andBelize by Tim Street-Porter ISBN: 0517704625 Publisher: Clarkson Potter Pub. Date: 07 November, 2000 List Price(USD): $60.00 |
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Title: Tropical Living: Contemporary Dream Houses in the Philippines by Elizabeth Reyes, Andrew Chester Ong, Chester Ong ISBN: 9625938761 Publisher: Periplus Editions Pub. Date: 01 June, 2001 List Price(USD): $45.00 |
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Title: Bali Houses: New Wave Asian Architecture and Design by Gianni Francione, Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, Gianni Francioni ISBN: 0794600131 Publisher: Periplus Editions Pub. Date: March, 2003 List Price(USD): $45.00 |
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