Books/Publications
The books listed are of interest to preservationists and some
are available for purchase at selected events sponsored by
Historic Seattle. These books also may be purchased at local
area bookstores including Elliott
Bay Books in Pioneer Square and Peter Miller Books (206)
441-4114 in Belltown.
Made to Last Preservation in Seattle and King County
This book is an essential for the libraries of preservation
and design professionals, students, city and community planners,
historic property owners and developers, and local history
and architecture buffs. The Seattle and King County experience
is a case study with valuable lessons for all Americans concerned
about the protection of their metropolitan areas. Its informative
and entertaining style and 260 historic photographs make
it an outstanding choice to learn about architecture and
history in Puget Sound.
The Stimson Legacy: Architecture in the Urban West
Over the course of a century, the Stimson family had a
profound impact on the development of the West. By examining
the commercial and residential buildings constructed by and
for the Stimsons, author Lawrence Kreisman brilliantly evokes
changing tastes in American society, and the many ways in
which the Stimsons shaped both architecture and culture in
the urban West. "They were new here, recently come from foreign
lands. . . . Together these people created the character
of the growing west by planting here, with pitched roofs,
gables, and colored tiles, all that they cherished in memory
from their places of origin."
- Priscilla Bullitt Collins
Shaping Seattle Architecture: A Historical Guide to
the Architects
Shaping Seattle Architecture, profiles 45 architects
and firms, and includes essays on Seattle's architectural
history, Native American architecture and vernacular, and
popular architectural styles. With over 500 illustrations.
Fabrics for Historic Buildings
Revised and expanded, Fabrics for Historic Buildings explains
how to choose, buy, and install the correct fabrics for historic
interiors. Included is a unique catalog of more than 600
fabric types and patterns and a new chapter on 20th century
fabrics.
The Living City
Roberta Brandez Gratz explores the process she calls "urban
husbandry"-- the care, management, and preservation of urban
neighborhoods and business districts by the genuinely participatory
efforts of government, urban planners, and average citizens. "The
best antidote I've read to doom-and-gloom..."--Bill Moyers
What Style Is It?
How many architectural styles can you identify? Are you
in the habit of labeling all old buildings either "colonial" or "Victorian"?
This award winning book will finally put to rest your questions
about American architectural styles, with a concise look
at the history and appearance of the twenty-two most important
styles.
Culture Vulture: A Guide to Style, Period and Ism
Can you tell pop art from dada? Are baroque and rococo,
or existentialism and minimalism, all Greek to you? Would
you like to be able to differentiate a Georgian manor from
a Tudor mansion, a Meissen cup from a Delft saucer? With
this book, you can!
America Restored
Contemporary full-color photographs and historic views of 102
sites--two in every state and the District of Columbia--trace
the history of a wide-ranging array of historic restorations,
from houses to covered bridges, to ships and theaters, and
even an enormous piece of earth-moving equipment. An introduction
explains the history of preservation and restoration in America.
Carl F. Gould: A Life in Architecture and the Arts
Carl Gould (1873-1939) was a major shaper of modern Seattle.
He was responsible for some of the city's most distinguished
homes and public buildings and, with his partner Charles
Bebb, developed the University of Washington campus plan
and designed and executed many of its finest buildings, including
Suzzallo Library. Profusely illustrated, this book explores
the full range of Gould's life and work.
Planning to Stay
Beginning as a book about neighborhood planning, Planning
to Stay becomes a book about seeing. It offers a practical
guide for a community's members to assess the place they
live and take control of its development. "William Morrish
and Catherine Brown are the most valuable thinkers in American
urbanism today." -- New York Times
Respectable Rehabilitation
This "gem of a book" (Chicago Sun-Times) shows how
to plan and carry out work on any type of old building in
a way that respects its character. More than 150 frequently
asked rehabilitation questions are answered with concise,
practical advice applicable to buildings of all ages.
Repairing Old and Historic Windows
Written for homeowners, architects, builders, engineers,
and preservationists, this book provides detailed information
on how to go about refurbishing windows within current preservation
standards.
Guide to Architecture in Washington State: An Environmental
Perspective
An attractive, well-illustrated survey of the most notable
architecture and environmental design in Washington State.
Designed as a practical guidebook, it will enable residents
and visitors to take interesting, informative tours of the
state's cities, towns, and neighborhoods.
Field Guide to American Houses
This guide enables you to identify and place in their historic
and architectural contexts the houses you see in your neighborhood
or across America --- houses built in city and countryside,
from the 17th century to the present.
Paint in America:
The Colors Etc.
This collection of essays draws together the foremost experts
on the history and analysis of housepainting in America.
A wide-ranging survey of styles, materials, and techniques
from colonial America to the 19th century, it includes information
on preservation and reproduction.
Lighting for Historic Buildings
Few people want to return to the days when light came mainly
from candles, kerosene, gas, or available sunlight. But acceptable
ways of recreating old lighting do exist. This invaluable
guide provides both a history of lighting in America and
a catalog of 481 suitable reproductions available today.
Noted historian Roger Moss shows how interiors from the 1620s
to the 1930s can be well lighted yet still maintain their
character.
Floor Coverings for Historic Buildings
Finding just the right floor covering to furnish an old
house or to create a period look has always been a challenge. Floor
Coverings for Historic Buildings explains how to choose
and buy the correct floor coverings used between 1750 and
the 1930s, including where to order 475 reproductions described
here in detail. This invaluable catalog, illustrated with
175 photographs, also provides a history of American floors,
a glossary, addresses for 82 suppliers, a reading list, and
sources of help.
Wallpapers for Historic Buildings
Revised and expanded, this book offers a catalog of over
1000 authentically reproduced wallpaper designs available
today. "Must reading for anyone in search of historically
accurate wall coverings appropriate for American houses built
between 1700 and 1900." Washington Post
Glove Box Guide to Washington's Historic Houses
A list of Historic Washington Homes, suitable for keeping
in your glove compartment for ready reference or to plan
a trip.
National Trust Guide:
Seattle
From famous landmarks to little-known places, this fascinating
guide takes you on an exciting journey through Seattle's
cultural, historical, and architectural treasures. Included
are walking tours in and around Seattle, maps for each area
of the city, 200 vintange and contemporary photographs, lists
of landmarks, an index of museums, a calendar of annual events,
and much more.
Living Downtown
"The book sheds new light not only on the hotel as housing,
but on the nature of urban reform during the twentieth century.
No student of the American city or of life in American cities
can afford not to read it." --Richard Lonstreth, George Washington
University
Maintaining Your Old House (video)
With this video, you'll learn how to care for your old
house to maintain its character and it's value. You'll
get practical and economical guidance on safety, gutters,
roofs, chimneys, windows and doors, heating and cooling systems,
and much more. Includes a 30-page homeowner's guide with
helpful checklists and other resources.