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Mark Ellison shares his journey as a master carpenter in New York, detailing his work on extraordinary architectural projects, including a celebrated staircase and the renowned Sky House. Through vivid anecdotes, he explores the complexities of luxury construction, revealing the hidden chaos behind polished designs, such as overrun budgets and last-minute changes. Ellison's narrative not only showcases his craftsmanship but also reflects on the deeper lessons learned about meaningful living amidst the pressures of high-end architecture.
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Building, Mark Ellison
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- Released
- 2023
- Binding
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- Title
- Building
- Subtitle
- A Carpenter's Notes on Life & the Art of Good Work
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Ellison
- Publisher
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9780593449127
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, True Stories, Biographies, Self-Help, Philosophical Topics, Autobiographies & Memoirs, Design
- Rating
- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- Mark Ellison shares his journey as a master carpenter in New York, detailing his work on extraordinary architectural projects, including a celebrated staircase and the renowned Sky House. Through vivid anecdotes, he explores the complexities of luxury construction, revealing the hidden chaos behind polished designs, such as overrun budgets and last-minute changes. Ellison's narrative not only showcases his craftsmanship but also reflects on the deeper lessons learned about meaningful living amidst the pressures of high-end architecture.