The Irish Country House : A New Vision

A unique presentation of Irish country house interiors, combining well-preserved historic estates with adventurous contemporary restorations, celebrating some of the most characterful houses in Ireland. Forgoing the criteria of stateliness and opulence, this book is an exploration of the most captivating and unusual interiors in Ireland. Whether in the transformation of a derelict estate, the preservation of an historic hunting lodge, or the re-creation of a Gothic fantasy, each of the homes in this extraordinary book reflects a renewed vitality in the contemporary approach to Irish country houses. Rich in detail and varied in scope, the houses reveal a refreshing dynamism in their decoration by equally diverse owners?rom the ornate refurbishment of a castle by a Mexican financier to the bold palette of a contemporary artist? renovation to an Elizabethan Revival house. The sparse interiors of a mansion in Westmeath reflect its painstaking restoration by descendants of the original owners, and at Coollattin?reland? largest country house, part restored, part still in disrepair?he building? baroque splendor is amplified by its raw, unfinished state. Accompanying photography of the houses made specially for the book, the author guides readers through fifteen exceptional spaces, elucidating the remarkable aspects of each?nd in doing so celebrates the unexpected eclecticism and reinvigorated spirit of Ireland? historic interiors.

Author: Robert O'Byrne

Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Publication Date: Sep 10, 2024

Number of Pages: 274 pages

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover

ISBN-10: 084783283X

ISBN-13: 9780847832835