“A new house acquires the soul of the past when it tells a story that converts its newly minted form in a mantle of make believe.”
Russell Versaci’s book Creating a New Old House by The Taunton Press delivers on its promise of delivering the secrets of yesterday’s character for today’s homes. Mr. Versaci is a principal in the firm Versaci Newmann & Partners in Middleburg, Virginia and Washington DC. He has built a reputation as a designer of new homes in traditional architectural styles.
In a world filled with modern architectural expression, it is refreshing to find a book, as well as a career, committed to the rich vocabulary of traditional home design. Firmly rooted in Versaci’s 8 Pillars of Traditional Design, the book explores these themes using an expansive portfolio of New Old House designs.
“A new old house combines the emotional comforts of yesterday with the creature comforts of today.” This emotional comfort is the goal in the search for a connection with the past and, at the same time, establishing a responsive relationship with modern life.
Filled with great photographs and extensive detailed discussions, this book provides a well-informed resource for those interested in traditional design. Enjoy a glimpse of history which is firmly rooted in the moment.
