Overview
Hand Hewn is a gorgeous celebration of the traditions and artistry of timber-frame building, a 7,000-year-old craft that holds an enduring attraction for its simple elegance and resilience. Internationally renowned timber-frame architect and craftsman Jack A. Sobon offers a fascinating look at how the natural, organic forms of trees become the framework for a home, with profiles of the classic tools he uses to hand hew and shape each timber, and explanations of the engineering of the wooden joinery that connects the timbers without a single nail. Inspiring photos of Sobon's original interior home designs, as well as historical examples of long-lived structures in Europe and North America, make this a compelling tribute to the lasting value of artisanal craftsmanship and a thoughtful, deliberate approach to designing buildings.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781635860009
- ISBN-10: 1635860008
- Publisher: Storey Publishing
- Publish Date: October 2019
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.3 x 1.2 inches
- Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
- Page Count: 272
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