{"product_id":"9783899556995","title":"Upgrade: Home Extensions, Alterations and Refurbishments","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdding. Extending. Transforming. Upgrade breathes new life into forgotten architecture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eUpgrade\u003c\/i\u003e explores architectural and design concepts that seek to enhance and repurpose our surroundings. From slight changes to complete renovations, the spectrum of possibilities is vast. Extensions upon a rooftop. Factories turned into relaxing retreats. Wood additions contrast with antique brick exteriors. Through engaging anecdotes and inspiriting images, \u003ci\u003eUpgrade\u003c\/i\u003e provides vibrant exemplars and enthusiasm for revamping existing spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepurposing the unused; a dilapidated barn, a raddled townhome, a historical and fading building façade – these can all be starting points for stunning and inspiring homes. \u003ci\u003eUpgrade\u003c\/i\u003e displays transformations: be it sheds into playrooms, a garage to a guesthouse, or an alpine hut into a holiday getaway. Hidden in the walls of old structures are possibilities and inspirations that can be realized with any budget; charm and character become the criteria for titivating a residence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUpgrade\u003c\/i\u003e offers projects that succeed in finding the balance between the traditional and the modern. Architects share their experiences, motivations, and approaches. Before-and-after photos illustrate the metamorphoses. This is a volume for all who desire a new perspective, for those that prefer to preserve rather than to demolish. What are ruins to some become another’s architectural playground.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gestalten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47058992791792,"sku":"9783899556995","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9783899556995_p0.jpg?v=1763702625","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9783899556995","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}