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A House on the Water: Inspiration for Living at the Water's Edge | 
 enlarge | Author: Robert W. Knight
Publisher: Taunton
Category: Book
List Price: $34.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 146376
Format: Illustrated
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 224
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.9
Dimensions (in): 11.3 x 9.5 x 1
ISBN: 1561586072
Dewey Decimal Number: 728.097409146
EAN: 9781561586073
ASIN: 1561586072
Publication Date: August 2003
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Product Description
There is a universal longing to live near the water... and this inspiring book can make that dream come true. What's it really like to live near the sea (or on a lake or at the river's edge)? Maine architect Robert Knight looks at 25 homes that are enhanced by the water around them; and he presents six design themes to help the reader understand what makes a house on the water work well. Features an outstanding portfolio of homes filled with inspiration.- The book taps into a universal desire to live near the water.- Real-world, well-designed homes with dream appeal--plus, strategies for anyone thinking of building a house on the water.- 300 color photos and site plans bring the homes to life.
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 EXCELLENT ! June 29, 2007
If you are about to build a home...or just enjoy seeing the details that make other structures a "home" then you will love this book...
Very informative...beautifully executed...homerun all the way...
 OK, but not what I was looking for. February 13, 2007
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
I was excited to get this book in the mail, as I thought it would have some real good ideas on how to build a larger home on the water that had some character. I found most of the homes rather odd, homes for people that would name their children Jupiter or Flower. I am back today ordering more books. Also most homes either are RIGHT on the water or set back in rock. Didn't find much in the way of regular 100ft setback from the water, woods, maybe a walkout basement type of MN lakes home. There was one from WI but again, it was right on the water, which you normally can not build now days.
Visually Delicious December 28, 2006
This book is wonderful at capturing the rare beauty of various architectural wonders through vivid photographs and welcoming text. You never get bored flipping through this book and it is incredibly inspiring. It combines several differently designed homes that will appeal to a variety of readers. Reading this book is like daydremaing on paper. Highly recommended.
Architect March 11, 2006
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I found this book both educational and handsome in content and in photography. As an architect practicing in different regions of the country, I'm always thankful for having opportunities to do design work in Maine. Maine, as a place to live, is simply wonderful and unique, but the sense of peace in these "Houses on the Water" is elevated creating a noble inspiration for the reader.
A House on the Water- inspiration for dreaming and designing January 19, 2004
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
As a landscape designer, I was consistenly impressed with how these wonderful houses fit into their site, lifting out the critical views and respecting the nature of the place. Having enjoyed the houses that Robert Knight designs, I was pleased to learn why his houses and those selected for his book are so satisfying to see and experience. O'Rourke's photographs are spectacular and with the plans, really help to visualize the structure and the setting and how they fit together. Design professionals and homeowners alike with whom I've shared this book rave about it. A perfect gift for friends and family!
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