Fascination Mountain Living

An inspiring overview of contemporary homes set against the backdrop of high mountains, steep hillsides and picturesque valleys with a focus on architecture and interior design.

From the majestic peaks of the Alps to the green slopes of Japan's Shikoku Range and the rugged heights of the Rocky Mountains: the selected residential buildings at such dizzying heights are a reminder that architecture not only creates spaces, but also shapes the relationship between human beings and their environment. They are creative showpieces that blend harmoniously and respectfully into the breathtaking nature of the mountain landscapes.

Hillside locations present very special challenges and at the same time offer endless design possibilities. On the one hand, they open up spectacular views, while on the other they make innovative solutions for the room program possible. All the oases of modern living featured in this book demonstrate unique ways how esthetics, functionality, sustainability and adaptation to the topography can be felicitously combined.

About the Author

Dana Arnold is a researcher, writer, and broadcaster on art, architecture, and culture. She has published extensively on Art and Architectural History and is the author of two bestselling books: Art History: A Very Short Introduction (OUP, 2021) andBritish Architecture: A Very Short Introduction (OUP 2024) and her British Art: A Very Short Introduction is forthcoming. Her work has been translated into more than 25 languages and she enjoys a world-wide following. She is currently Professor of Architecture at Manchester School of Architecture and her honorary roles include being a Trustee of the Federation of British Artists and the Mall Galleries in London.