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21st Century Architecture: Beach Houses by Stephen Crafti
Category: Non-Fiction
Australians and New Zealanders are drawn to the coast. Whether it's a permanent abode or a simple fibro shack, the sound of the surf and the feel of sand beneath one's feet are perennially appealing. This latest beach house book by Stephen Crafti features 50 architect-designed homes along the coast. Fro ...Show more
A Pocketful of Beach Houses by Images Publishing Staff; Stephen Crafti
Category: Architecture | Series: Pocketful Ser.
This latest addition to IMAGES' Pocketful series offers more than 50 examples of the best residential beach architecture in Australia and New Zealand today. Superb architect-designed homes, which in many cases have been adapted to harsh beachside environments, are explained and illustrated with beautifu ...Show more
Affordable Architecture: Great Houses on a Budget by Stephen Crafti
Category: Non-Fiction
This new book by Stephen Crafti showcases innovative budget-driven architecture. These new houses, extensive renovations, and kit homes illustrate how dreams can be achieved with restricted funds. Rather than attempting to fulfill endless wish lists, the architects and designers of these budget-consciou ...Show more
Architects Houses - Twenty Australian Homes by Stephen Crafti
Category: Architecture
Discover how architects design and live in their own homes
Beach Houses Down Under by Stephen Crafti
Category: Art
A stunning collection of residential beach architecture. This volume has selected some superb architecturally designed homes in a variety of beach locations.
Chefs' Kitchens: Inside the Homes of Australia's Culinary Connoisseurs by STEPHEN CRAFTI
Category: Home Interiors | Series: G - Reference,Information and Interdisciplinary Subjects Ser.
Great food culture starts at home especially when it's from the chef's home kitchen and garden! Be inspired by this unique and visually stunning book, which takes a behind-the-scenes look into the home kitchens (and gardens) of 22 of Australia's celebrity chefs. Notable mentions include Frank Camorra ( ...Show more
Courtyards for Modern Living by Stephen Crafti
Category: Gardening
Gardens have changed significantly over the last couple of decades, and clever architects and designers know that incorporating an outdoor living space can improve a dwelling's aesthetic, not to mention its value. In the 1980s, manicured lawns framed with box hedges and annuals were a common site. It se ...Show more
Designing with Black: Architecture and Interiors by Stephen Crafti
Category: Architecture
Stephen Crafti has always been drawn to black houses, irrespective of the materials they are constructed in, be they zinc, timber or simply painted. Unlike most houses, which scream for attention, black houses sit quietly, accentuating the often-verdant
Eclectic Collections by Stephen Crafti
Category: Art
People have been collecting things for centuries. Whether it's something precious, or simply things that recall childhood memories, collections can turn a hobby into a lifetime obsession. This latest book by Stephen Crafti, Eclectic Collections looks at a number of great collections: contemporary art, v ...Show more
Interior Designers at Home: Inspiration, Aesthetic, and Function with 20 Top Global Designers by STEPHEN CRAFTI
Category: Architecture
This book takes you on a guided tour of 20 leading interior designers' homes with tips and insights for creating spaces that work and look great. Learn how interior designing is as much about problem-solving as it is about inspiration, aesthetic, and function as leading interior designers share the cha ...Show more
Melbourne Secrets : Cuisine, Culture, Fashion, Interiors by Stephen Crafti
Category: Architecture
Melbourne is a stately European-style city that emanates elegance and charm. The city's lane-ways are filled with surprises, and the generous parklands and wide boulevards make for an enjoyable afternoon stroll. The city's vibrant cafe culture and sartorial splendour add to this European sensibility. By ...Show more
Reviving: Great Houses from the Past by Stephen Crafti
Category: Gardening
'Reviving' is a detailed study of significant restorations and remodels of houses built between 1900 and 1950 in Australia. Now highly sought-after, structures from this era are being cleverly reworked by architects to reveal stunning contemporary spaces within. The book includes fascinating stories fro ...Show more