Casa Florida: Spanish-Style Houses from Winter Park to Coral Gables

In my hunt for more information on Spanish Style homes, (I own a bungalow in California), I have been frustrated at the limited amount of books out there. I work at a Library, and many of the patrons share the same frustrations. In order to be able to find books on these subjects, I have had to self-teach about the many surrounding subjects; ie, tiles, Mexico, Moorish, Morocco, Spain, etc. This book is one of the better ones. It has beautiful pictures on how to decorate and landscape. I learned that air-conditioning changed architecture in a substantive way. I had also never heard about concrete ceilings made to look like wood before, apparently a Florida staple, due to humidity. These houses are oh-my-Gorgeous! The only problem was that the author frequently discussed beautiful rooms and details of the houses, then didn't show pictures. Maybe/hopefully, they're saving those pics for a follow-up book on interiors and details? I agree with the previous reviewer, how about a book now on Florida Spanish bungalows?

Excellent photographs and text. I love the coverage; only wish the book were larger to encompass more houses in each location. That would be a fantastic book. Each location - Coral Gables, Palm Beach, Winter Park deserves a book of its own.

OK-- not great, not bad. Many of the photos are not Spanish Revival houses. Seems the author tried to copy the look and publisher of superior "The California Casa" which I also purchased. Casa Florida is smaller, lower quality and much lower quality photography. In hindsight I would not purchase again. See my review of "The California Casa" for a much better book on Spanish Revival architecture.

The book itself is in great condition. The service, speed and condition of the book was excellent. I was disappointed in the content. The "homes" photographed didn't demonstrate locations that one could envision practical applications from and was not as inspirational as I had hoped. I would not have named the book "Casa Florida", a title that is indicative of a much less ostentatious show. I have visited some of the locations featured in the book, these are by no means "casas".

If you have plenty of funds in your office library account thsbook might "make the cut."

Loved the entire book

GREAT PHOTOS AND TEXT - REALLY LOVELY BOOK FOR A FAN OF SPANISH/FLORIDA STYLE

Perfect!