ISBN: 9783832790356    Publisher: teNeues Verlag GmbH + Co KG Year of publishing: 2005     Format:  Hardcover No of Pages: 133 pp        Language: English, German, French , Italian

Traditionally considered the heart of the home, the fireplace or hearth has become a metaphor for shelter and security, yet there are few books devoted exclusively to its design. Here is an overview that approaches the subject from both an aesthetic and a practical point of view. Packed with beautiful colour illustrations and helpful explanatory captions, it will be an indispensable guide for architects, builders, and homeowners planning to buy a new home or renovate an old one.
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