Atomic Ranch: Design Ideas for Stylish Ranch Homes

Atomic Ranch is an in-depth exploration of post-World War II residential architecture in America. Mid-century ranches (1946-1970) range from the decidedly modern gable-roofed Joseph Eichler tracts in the San Francisco Bay area and butterfly wing houses in Palm Springs Florida to the unassuming brick or stucco L-shaped ranches and split-levels so common throughout the United States. Authors Michelle Gringeri-Brown and Jim Brown founders and publishers of the popular quarterly Atomic Ranch magazine extol the virtues of the tract split-level rambler home and its many unique qualities: private front facades open floor plans secluded bedroom wings walls of glass and an easy-living lifestyle. From updated homes with high-end Italian kitchens terrazzo floors and modern furniture to affordable homeowner renovations with eclectic thrift-store furnishings Atomic Ranch presents twenty-five homes showcasing inspiring examples of stylish living through beautiful color photographs including before and after shots design-tip sidebars and a thorough resource index. Atomic Ranch reveals: Hallmarks of the ranch style Inspiring original ranch homes Ranch house transformations and makeovers Preservation of mid-century neighborhoods Adding personality to a ranch home Yards and landscaping Plus a helpful resource section and index!

Hardcover: 192 pages

Publisher: Gibbs Smith; 1 edition (August 29 2006)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 9781423600022

ISBN-13: 978-1423600022

ASIN: 1423600029

Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 0.8 x 9.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds