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David Hovey / KENT, CHERYL
This elegant hardcover monograph celebrates the life, work, and lasting legacy of architect and developer David C. Hovey, FAIA. Spanning over 500 richly illustrated pages, David Hovey presents a captivating journey through four decades of modernist innovation—from sleek single-family homes to sculptural residential towers—designed to elevate how we live.
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This elegant hardcover monograph celebrates the life, work, and lasting legacy of architect and developer David C. Hovey, FAIA. Spanning over 500 richly illustrated pages, David Hovey presents a captivating journey through four decades of modernist innovation—from sleek single-family homes to sculptural residential towers—designed to elevate how we live.
Author Cheryl Kent unveils not only Hovey’s architectural philosophy but also his remarkable contributions as a developer, abstract sculptor, and collector of twentieth-century art. Through critical essays, detailed project photography, and an illustrated art catalogue, this volume pays tribute to a career defined by structural honesty, visionary form, and human-centred design.
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Format: Hardcover
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Dimensions: 304mm H x 254mm W
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Pages: 504
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Publisher: Images Publishing
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Ideal for: Display in living rooms, home libraries, or as a gift for architects and modern design lovers
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Style compatibility: Suits contemporary, industrial, and art-inspired interiors
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