Inside Barcelona: Discovering the Classic Interiors of Barcelona (Inside...Series) - Softcover

Botey, Josep M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0714837598 ISBN 13: 9780714837598

Publisher: Phaidon Press, 1998

Synopsis

Barcelona is the gem of Catalonia, abundant in rich and colourful architecture and design. This book reveals the historic interiors of a wide and varied range of the most interesting historic interiors. Specially commissioned photographs capture the essence of the buildings, from those of Antonio Gaudi and Josep Cadalfach, to the grandeur of the Opera House and the intimacy of an old candle shop. The city's hotels, restaurants, cinemas and civic buildings are also featured. Each photograph is accompanied by a short text which reveals historical anecdotes attached to the interior and points out all the original features and aspects of architectural and design interest. Comprehensive information on buildings open to the public is included.

About this title

About the Author:

Josep M Botey, an architect who lives and practices in Barcelona, has an expert knowledge and love of the city. He has written several architectural books in Spanish, including a monograph on the architect Oscar Niemeyer (1990).

Review:

'If interior design porn like Wallpaper rings your bells, those canny souls at Phaidon Press have come up with some seriously horny stuff for your coffee table this summer. They are releasing their draw-droppingly gorgeous Inside...series in luxury paperback.' (Attitude) 'A set of stunningly illustrated books celebrates the best of interior design through the ages. The Inside series does not contain any prehistoric art, but its beautiful photographs capture manmade interiors over 2000 years.' (Yorkshire Evening Press) 'Go get the book to go with your T-shirt.' (FX) 'This series throws back the covers to reveal Western interiors that have been languishing in the shadows...they capture the personality of each city.' (The Good Book Guide)

About this edition

• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0714837598
• ISBN 13: 9780714837598
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128