Irish Georgian (Ypma, Herbert J. M. World Design, 7.)

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Summary: takes you to Ireland
Review: Everyone in love with Ireland knows about the 18th century Georgian architecture. In Dublin city centre for instance, where whole streets and squares are still lined up with its buildings. And also in the countryside, where its design respectfully matches Ireland's beautiful landscapes.

As some of these Georgian houses have been converted to Bed & Breakfast's, any tourist has a fair chance to see them from the inside. If the opportunity arises, just do so. You'll appreciate their great and rich atmosphere, originating from a well-balanced architectural planning long ago. An atmosphere breathing respect for everyone's conviction about human life and destiny. An atmosphere urging you not to have yourself rushed.

For those living away, 'Irish Georgian' makes an almost perfect substitute. This book's wide range of details, its penetrating photo's and its expert-text give you a few hours of sincere enjoyment. While reading, don't being rushed up.

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Summary: Georgian houses in Ireland (UK edition)
Review: I have a simple Georgian house in Ireland so this is the perfect book for me. Most books are about either Georgian stately homes in the UK or American Colonial houses. The Irish Georgian houses, on the whole, are smaller and more intimate and therefore whilst still of the period are not quite so fancy. This book covers different types of houses from grand through manor to cottage. The pictures are wonderful, the text doesn't have to be read though it is interesting.
Well worth having if you're investigating Georgian houses in Ireland either from a research point of view or are in the process of restoration. However, it does not have great detail but does give a good flavour through the splendid photographs.