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McAlpine: Romantic Modernism

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A celebration of the recent work of McALPINE, the award-winning architectural and interior design firm, with a collection of residences embracing modernism, classicism, and romanticism.

The work of renowned firm McALPINE has always communicated the power of romanticism, speaking directly to the heart through the beauty and poetry of the home. Tapping diverse influences, the residences draw from architectural languages ranging from Elizabethan and Dutch to colonial Caribbean and agrarian American. The book opens with Bobby McAlpine’s own newly designed house, featuring exquisite spaces that are modern in expression but classical in order and balance. Other projects include a white-on-white neoclassical pavilion-by-the-sea in the Bahamas; a masonry dwelling in the rolling hills of Virginia; a quintessential American country house in Tennessee that combines the familiarity of a farmhouse with crisp minimalism; and an exuberant house sited on the edge of a pastoral golf course in Alabama. Freely choosing from architecture’s treasury, the assembly of houses is familiar, bold, and surprising, all at the same time—reflecting the complexity of the human experience.


Editorial Reviews

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"Design can be poetic, and so can designers. In this Rizzoli book, architect BOBBY MCALPINE, writing with Susan Sully, engages in flights of fancy in a series of chapters that are more discursive than descriptive; at the end of the volume is an actual poem he penned, “On Intimacy.” Of the 1STDIBS 50 HONOREE’S own Nashville home, which shows his penchant for white exteriors, high ceilings and squared-off volumes, McAlpine writes, “There is a recurrent feeling in the house of its being a vessel — a ship, an airplane, a cathedral.” Among the other projects in the book are a neoclassical Bahamas retreat and a wood-planked minimalist farmhouse in the Tennessee countryside. Veteran photographer Simon Upton captures the distinctive look and scale of McAlpine’s go-to features, like highly pitched white gables, and manages to harmonize with the inspiring text. The book is a good gift for anyone who has a true romance with their own home." —1STDIBS

"In his latest tome, Bobby McAlpine showcases the recent projects by his award-winning architectural and interior design firm McALPINE. Inside
McAlpine: Romantic Modernism, readers are not only wowed by the striking photography but also introduced to new viewpoints within the vernacular of architecture." —ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES 

"Some designer’s work speaks for itself. Bobby McAlpine is one of those designers. In his new book,
McAlpine: Romantic Modernism, we get the pleasure of touring 5 incredible homes including the author’s own newly designed residence.  We don’t use the term swooning often, but we are positively swooning over this book. McAlpines homes are always character-filled, luxuriously layered, perfectly patterned… Well, don’t take our word for it. Dive in and take a swim in this work that, just like jumping in the ocean, will leave you breathless." —DESIGN CHIC 

"Architectural and interior design firm McAlpine has garnered attention throughout the country for their distinct ability to design homes that are modern in expression but classical in order. In Romantic Modernism, founder Bobby McAlpine offers an exclusive look at a collection of residences that embrace modernism, classicism, and romanticism." —VERANDA

“The poetic words in his latest release match the images with McAlpine’s signature flair.“ —GARDEN & GUN

“Readers are not only wowed by the striking photography but also introduced to new viewpoints within the vernacular of architecture.”   —ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES

About the Author

Bobby McAlpine is an architect, romantic, poet, and entrepreneur. In 1983, he founded his architectural and design practice, McALPINE. Susan Sully has authored numerous books, including McAlpine’s best-selling titles The Home Within Us and Poetry of Place. Simon Upton is one of the foremost names in interiors photography.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning images from one of the world’s greatest design firms

G. · September 23, 2025

If you’re into incredible neo, classical/transitional, stunning design, buy this book. I cannot put this book down.

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely beautiful coffee table book!

d. · May 13, 2025

We really love this coffee table book! It's a very elegant book to either display opened or closed on any table. The photos are spectacular. Definitely was a bargain for the price.

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this!

S.M. · July 13, 2025

Beautiful as coffee table book and to read and admire the sentiment of a home. Bobby McAlpine continues to stun with his care and beauty he creates.

5.0 out of 5 stars Splendour Galore

y.s. · March 15, 2025

This is a beautiful book, from the photographs, to the layout of the photos and text. Although I live in a relatively small house, there are some ideas I'll be able to introduce which have been appropriated/ influenced by the book. Magical and airy interiors exuding sophisticated elegance. I'm excited to start redesigning. Thank you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth it!

I.l.b.p.T.y.v.m. · October 3, 2025

This is his latest book I believe, and I liked it so much I ordered 2 more that he wrote!

5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner from McAlpine

D.H. · February 4, 2024

I enjoyed this book. The writing was as poetic as the photography mesmerizing. I would not expect anything less from McAlpine.

3.0 out of 5 stars A Solid Meh

S.J. · July 8, 2023

I’m an avid devotee of architecture and interiors and have always been blown away by Bobby McAlpine’s work. “Poetry of Place” and “The Home Within Us” both draw me back for inspiration again and again. My hopes for “McAlpine: Romantic Modernism” were justifiably high, based on his previous books, but the letdown was immediate and enduring. The only reason I finished it was that it was an expensive purchase. These featured homes are imbued with wonderful symmetry and exquisite materials, but there is a chill of sameness throughout (repetitive color pallet, furniture choices and lighting styles among them). Very little is warm or inviting, and very much seems oppressively wasteful. The interiors include quite a few befuddling decorative objets and quasi-naturalistic collections that make it seem the designers were trying too hard. The final blow was the painfully overwrought text, which self-consciously strove for architectural and philosophical loftiness, but devolved repeatedly into disjointed sentences and meaningless generalizations about truth, faith, identity, joy, materiality and its opposite. I feel terrible reviewing like this, but others need to make an informed decision about spending a lot of money on a book that doesn’t live up to its predecessors.

5.0 out of 5 stars Hands down 5 star

Y. · February 20, 2024

I love this book, not only it looks beautiful styled on a coffee table or console it has a beautiful neural hardcover and every page is full of good info and pictures. Would recommend over and over to my clients.

Libro stupendo

S. · December 30, 2023

Libro pieno di immagini stupende, una fonte di idee

Very nice book

N.w.I.t.I.w.p.t.p.i.d.v.t. · March 1, 2024

Like every page would by again worth every penny

Magnifique

C. · May 9, 2023

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Product ID: U0847869474
Condition: New

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McAlpine: Romantic Modernism-0
Type: Hardcover

AED28672

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Availability: In Stock

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This item qualifies for free delivery

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Imported From: United States

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BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

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All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

A celebration of the recent work of McALPINE, the award-winning architectural and interior design firm, with a collection of residences embracing modernism, classicism, and romanticism.

The work of renowned firm McALPINE has always communicated the power of romanticism, speaking directly to the heart through the beauty and poetry of the home. Tapping diverse influences, the residences draw from architectural languages ranging from Elizabethan and Dutch to colonial Caribbean and agrarian American. The book opens with Bobby McAlpine’s own newly designed house, featuring exquisite spaces that are modern in expression but classical in order and balance. Other projects include a white-on-white neoclassical pavilion-by-the-sea in the Bahamas; a masonry dwelling in the rolling hills of Virginia; a quintessential American country house in Tennessee that combines the familiarity of a farmhouse with crisp minimalism; and an exuberant house sited on the edge of a pastoral golf course in Alabama. Freely choosing from architecture’s treasury, the assembly of houses is familiar, bold, and surprising, all at the same time—reflecting the complexity of the human experience.


Editorial Reviews

Review

"Design can be poetic, and so can designers. In this Rizzoli book, architect BOBBY MCALPINE, writing with Susan Sully, engages in flights of fancy in a series of chapters that are more discursive than descriptive; at the end of the volume is an actual poem he penned, “On Intimacy.” Of the 1STDIBS 50 HONOREE’S own Nashville home, which shows his penchant for white exteriors, high ceilings and squared-off volumes, McAlpine writes, “There is a recurrent feeling in the house of its being a vessel — a ship, an airplane, a cathedral.” Among the other projects in the book are a neoclassical Bahamas retreat and a wood-planked minimalist farmhouse in the Tennessee countryside. Veteran photographer Simon Upton captures the distinctive look and scale of McAlpine’s go-to features, like highly pitched white gables, and manages to harmonize with the inspiring text. The book is a good gift for anyone who has a true romance with their own home." —1STDIBS

"In his latest tome, Bobby McAlpine showcases the recent projects by his award-winning architectural and interior design firm McALPINE. Inside
McAlpine: Romantic Modernism, readers are not only wowed by the striking photography but also introduced to new viewpoints within the vernacular of architecture." —ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES 

"Some designer’s work speaks for itself. Bobby McAlpine is one of those designers. In his new book,
McAlpine: Romantic Modernism, we get the pleasure of touring 5 incredible homes including the author’s own newly designed residence.  We don’t use the term swooning often, but we are positively swooning over this book. McAlpines homes are always character-filled, luxuriously layered, perfectly patterned… Well, don’t take our word for it. Dive in and take a swim in this work that, just like jumping in the ocean, will leave you breathless." —DESIGN CHIC 

"Architectural and interior design firm McAlpine has garnered attention throughout the country for their distinct ability to design homes that are modern in expression but classical in order. In Romantic Modernism, founder Bobby McAlpine offers an exclusive look at a collection of residences that embrace modernism, classicism, and romanticism." —VERANDA

“The poetic words in his latest release match the images with McAlpine’s signature flair.“ —GARDEN & GUN

“Readers are not only wowed by the striking photography but also introduced to new viewpoints within the vernacular of architecture.”   —ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES

About the Author

Bobby McAlpine is an architect, romantic, poet, and entrepreneur. In 1983, he founded his architectural and design practice, McALPINE. Susan Sully has authored numerous books, including McAlpine’s best-selling titles The Home Within Us and Poetry of Place. Simon Upton is one of the foremost names in interiors photography.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning images from one of the world’s greatest design firms

G. · September 23, 2025

If you’re into incredible neo, classical/transitional, stunning design, buy this book. I cannot put this book down.

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely beautiful coffee table book!

d. · May 13, 2025

We really love this coffee table book! It's a very elegant book to either display opened or closed on any table. The photos are spectacular. Definitely was a bargain for the price.

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this!

S.M. · July 13, 2025

Beautiful as coffee table book and to read and admire the sentiment of a home. Bobby McAlpine continues to stun with his care and beauty he creates.

5.0 out of 5 stars Splendour Galore

y.s. · March 15, 2025

This is a beautiful book, from the photographs, to the layout of the photos and text. Although I live in a relatively small house, there are some ideas I'll be able to introduce which have been appropriated/ influenced by the book. Magical and airy interiors exuding sophisticated elegance. I'm excited to start redesigning. Thank you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth it!

I.l.b.p.T.y.v.m. · October 3, 2025

This is his latest book I believe, and I liked it so much I ordered 2 more that he wrote!

5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner from McAlpine

D.H. · February 4, 2024

I enjoyed this book. The writing was as poetic as the photography mesmerizing. I would not expect anything less from McAlpine.

3.0 out of 5 stars A Solid Meh

S.J. · July 8, 2023

I’m an avid devotee of architecture and interiors and have always been blown away by Bobby McAlpine’s work. “Poetry of Place” and “The Home Within Us” both draw me back for inspiration again and again. My hopes for “McAlpine: Romantic Modernism” were justifiably high, based on his previous books, but the letdown was immediate and enduring. The only reason I finished it was that it was an expensive purchase. These featured homes are imbued with wonderful symmetry and exquisite materials, but there is a chill of sameness throughout (repetitive color pallet, furniture choices and lighting styles among them). Very little is warm or inviting, and very much seems oppressively wasteful. The interiors include quite a few befuddling decorative objets and quasi-naturalistic collections that make it seem the designers were trying too hard. The final blow was the painfully overwrought text, which self-consciously strove for architectural and philosophical loftiness, but devolved repeatedly into disjointed sentences and meaningless generalizations about truth, faith, identity, joy, materiality and its opposite. I feel terrible reviewing like this, but others need to make an informed decision about spending a lot of money on a book that doesn’t live up to its predecessors.

5.0 out of 5 stars Hands down 5 star

Y. · February 20, 2024

I love this book, not only it looks beautiful styled on a coffee table or console it has a beautiful neural hardcover and every page is full of good info and pictures. Would recommend over and over to my clients.

Libro stupendo

S. · December 30, 2023

Libro pieno di immagini stupende, una fonte di idee

Very nice book

N.w.I.t.I.w.p.t.p.i.d.v.t. · March 1, 2024

Like every page would by again worth every penny

Magnifique

C. · May 9, 2023

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