Douglas R Keister Writer-Photographer of books and articles on historic architecture, symbolism and

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Author Biography

Photographer-writer Douglas Keister, has authored and co-authored thirty-five critically acclaimed books. He also writes and illustrates magazine articles and contributes photographs and essays to dozens of magazines, newspapers, books, calendars, posters and greeting cards worldwide.
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Douglas Keister

Courtyards

Date of Review:

08/01/2005

Published Work:

Courtyards: Intimate Outdoor Spaces

Reviewer:

Book News

Source:

Book News Portland OR

Review Excerpt:

Writer and photographer Keister offers a beautifully photographed book which looks at past and present day courtyards around the world. The book examines the history of the courtyard, both private and public, community courtyards, historic residential courtyards, modern courtyards, water features, and outdoor lighting. Keister presents a wide variety of suggestions and solutions for the homeowner wishing for inspiration to help create an intimate outdoor space.