Introduction & Essays by Hans Baldauf
Texts by Hans Baldauf, BCV Architecture + Interiors
Principal photography by Bruce Damonte and R. Brad Knipstein
Edited by Oscar Riera Ojeda

Volume one of the The Design Legacy of John Marsh Davis covers the renowned architect’s early years as what Hans Baldauf terms a wood expressionist beginning with the homes he built for himself and his family before moving on to a number of stunning residences for clients in his signature wood-based style. It then covers his larger buildings for California wineries. Today, many of these early works; both the residences and the wineries, are regarded as landmarks of Californian architecture. This book provides a comprehensive biographical overview of John Marsh Davis’ start in architecture including fascinating anecdotes about how the buildings came about as well as insightful architectural appreciations of the buildings with which he made his name. Featuring stunning photography and detailed plans, this is a must for anyone interested in the life of this great architect and the history of modern Californian architecture.

Design Legacy of John Marsh Davis
EARLY CAREER: WOOD EXPRESSIONISM 1961-1979

Book Size: 13 x 11 in / 330.2 x 279 mm
Format: Landscape
Pages: 240
Language: English
Edition: Hardcover (978-1-946226-67-9)

// This book provides a comprehensive biographical overview of John Marsh Davis’ start in architecture including fascinating anecdotes about how the buildings came about as well as insightful architectural appreciations of the buildings with which he made his name.