Paul R. Williams: Classic Hollywood Style by Karen E. Hudson (English) Hardcover

Description: Paul R. Williams by Karen E. Hudson, Michael S. Smith, Benny Chan An intimate showcase of the most spectacular houses designed by legendary architect Paul Williams, focusing on the unique qualities that make them such stunning venues for entertaining. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Over a career spanning six decades, architect Paul Revere Williams came to define what gracious living looked like for the Hollywood elite. Williams mastered an array of architectural idioms—including American Colonial, Spanish Mediterranean, English Tudor, French Normandy, Art Deco, and, of course, the California ranch style—to create the sophisticated yet understated showplaces that are featured here in all new full-color photography.Among the most celebrated architects of his generation, Williams was also the first African-American member of the American Institute of Architects, and he was deeply involved in the black community in Los Angeles and in African-American affairs nationally. Williams moved among many worlds, and with celebrity clients such as Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Tyrone Power, and Barbara Stanwyck, as well as clients who made Hollywood run behind the scenes, not to mention members of Los Angeles high society, Williams left his mark in the citys most glamorous and exclusive enclaves—Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Bel Air, and the Hollywood Hills.Paul R. Williams: Classic Hollywood Style is a dazzling tour of this prolific architects most spectacular houses, by his granddaughter Karen Hudson, with a special focus on their roles not only as places for high living but also as venues for world-class entertaining. Author Biography Karen E. Hudson is Paul Williams granddaughter, an owner of one of his homes, and the author of Paul R. Williams Architect. A third-generation Angeleno, she chronicles the African-American experience in Los Angeles in writings and photographs. Review "This highly anticipated monograph celebrates the inspiring life and works of architect Paul R. Williams. He became a master of many architectural idioms during his 60-year career and defined what gracious living meant for the mid centurys rising Hollywood elite, all while breaking barriers as the first Black member of the American Institute of Architects. This tour of and reflection on Williamss most iconic spaces is written by his granddaughter and features exclusive full-color photography that will make you return to its pages over and over again." —VERANDA.COM Review Quote "Since receiving the book, I have barely put it down. Have you seen me? Im the girl carrying the book like its my new favorite toy. Yeah that was me. Details ISBN0847838471 Author Benny Chan Short Title PAUL R WILLIAMS CLASSIC HOLLYW Pages 240 Publisher Rizzoli International Publications Language English ISBN-10 0847838471 ISBN-13 9780847838479 Media Book Format Hardcover Imprint Rizzoli International Publications Subtitle Classic Hollywood Style Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 720.92 Year 2021 Publication Date 2021-11-09 NZ Release Date 2021-11-09 US Release Date 2021-11-09 UK Release Date 2021-11-09 Illustrations 250 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS Photographer Benny Chan Audience General AU Release Date 2021-11-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:141728802;

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