SYDNEY HOUSES

In recent years, Sydney has undergone a breathtaking expansion that hastransformed it into one of the most prosperous and diverse cities in theworld. The contrast between its huge skyscrapers and peaceful naturalparks - to some extent archetypes of Australia's European heritage and itsAboriginal traditions respectively - has given it a unique style. Thenatural beauty of Sydney's large bay, often considered the most beautifulin the world, is the spectacular backdrop for a city with a populationdrawn from over 100 different countries. This book takes the reader on atour of Sydney's domestic architecture, which revels in rich contrasts anda surprising mixture of styles. Photographs, floor plans and diagrams, allof which are accompanied by concise yet detailed explanatory text, displaythe youthful spirit and innovative creations of Sydney's most prestigiousarchitects and designers. Text in Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch undSpanisch