Asheville's Historic Architecture

by Richard Hansley

Asheville: an architectural gem of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Known for its architectural diversity and intriguing Art Deco style, Asheville has been fortunate in attracting brilliant architects who have created lasting testaments in brick and stone with imaginative foresight and design expertise. Local architectural enthusiast Richard Hansley recounts the history behind dozens of Asheville's most prominent buildings and historical neighborhoods in Asheville's Historic Architecture . Discover how Douglas Ellington, Richard Sharp Smith, James Vester Miller and Tony Lord influenced this busy metropolis, as landmarks like the Jackson Building, the Grove Park Inn and the Art Deco City Building were constructed along the city's thriving streets. These buildings have stood the test of time and remain as breathtaking in concept and appearance today as when first completed.

176 pages, Paperback

First published May 13, 2011

Reviews

[Lavender Dreamer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was very interesting! It helps that I have a home there and have seen most of these buildings. And I love Architecture!

[Mark Bunch · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book about the architecture of Asheville, NC- the nation's second most Art Deco building in the US. This one gives you an inventory with description.

[Brian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overview of Asheville's gems. Brief descriptions of the history and significance of each building. This would be a great guide to use on a walking tour of some of the historic neighborhoods. My only recommendation would be to improve the detail of the maps and also include one full map of Ashville and show how each neighborhood relates.