The Specialty Shop (A Guide). [FROM THE LIBRARY OF ARCHITECT EDWARD H. FICKETT]
New York: Architectural Book Publishing Co., Inc., 1955. Second revised. Hardcover. Quarto. 304pp. Original red cloth over coarse linen, with gold lettering on front cover and spine. Ex-libris of world renowned architect Edward H. Fickett on free front endpaper. Scarce and fascinating work on architecture in shop design, destined to assist both merchant and architect in the study and solution of related problems such as: plan, materials, color schemes, of the particular requirements of a specific location, or clientele, or type of merchandise. The material set forth has been selected to clarify the problem and to present a variety of methods of solution. And it has been classified for easy reference into specialized chapters, explaining and analyzing details in non-technical language. This work is profusely illustrated with numerous detail plans and b/w photographic reproductions. Slight discoloration along upper edge of binding. Minor rubbing on corners. Binding and interior in overall very good condition. vg. Item #25052
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