Simple Rules

"The second volume in a series, following are reviews of the first volume: Publisher's Weekly said: ""This thoughtful and thought-provoking little gem outlines 25 crucial design principles that the author believes have been jeopardized as domestic architecture has become dominated by developers. Scarlett, who runs an architecture firm in Wellesley, Mass., aims to 'remind those in the building community that simple beauty and meaning... is still reproducible in new homes, and that many traditional building techniques are still applicable in today's economy, and within current construction practices.' In this, she succeeds terrifically."" Put an End to Bad Architectural Design and Building Ken - The Old House Guy ""An abundance of bad design over many years has resulted in a population brainwashed into believing what we see is good and correct. The time-tested rules of design that resonate within our inner senses have been thrown out the window in revolt in a preference for artistic freedom. Studies show that traditional architecture is still favored by many. What some consider ""traditional"" design is merely random elements, thrown together, to vaguely represent a traditional building just as Frankenstein resembled a human at first glance. This book explains these time tested rules of design that resonate within our inner senses. Following these ""simple rules"" is a requirement for a well designed building. In my business and website I help many people correct design errors and improve curb appeal on their homes. With this book and following these simple rules there is hope for better architecture. I hope that many architects and builders can understand the importance of this book."" Just What Architecture Ordered... Ryan D. Hayward ""Architects, Builders, Designers and Homeowners: if you are thinking about and/or are designing buildings...GET THIS BOOK! I have been designing traditional style buildings for a number of years. I often use time tested methods and materials, most of which have been employed for hundreds of years. I tell my clients that using the same methods as the old timers makes a huge difference: not only in how a building looks, but also how it acts functionally. Everyone has been satisfied with the way I design, but I have never been able to explain and/or show them the rules that I follow for the simple reason that they are scattered amongst multiple texts. Not anymore! Scarlett's book Simple Rules is the perfect summary of the foundational ideas of architecture. Most of these are no longer taught in architecture school, which explains why architecture built today looks tasteless, tacky and importantly, supersized. This illustrated book s a great pocket reference in how to create a building that will last indefinitely. You will not regret purchasing it. It is the first in a series, so I cannot wait to see more!"""