Much like the history of art, the history of interior design encompasses numerous styles, movements and the international political and social developments that have informed or challenged its evolution. This lavishly illustrated book will be of interest to anyone who appreciates interior design as well as antiques, furniture design, textiles, ...
In this luxurious new book, best-selling author and acclaimed interior designer Betty Lou Phillips presents fresh and inspiring design ideas from France, Italy, England, Portugal, and beyond, bringing old-world artistry to uptown European glamour. With a chic blend that is traditional yet edgy-and perfect for today's choice-driven design aesthetic ...
An enriching and informative introduction to residential interior design. More than 750 illustrations of contemporary and classic design present a variety of projects, geographic areas, tastes, styles and housing forms. This text also prepares students for the interior design profession by discussing qualifications, licensing, ethics and career ...
"House Colors" is comprehensive guide that takes the guesswork out of choosing an exterior home colour. Selecting paint colours can be overwhelming, and exterior paint colours are particularly tricky-a house is a very large object to paint, colour looks different on large, scale and colours change dramatically under different light conditions. ...
The most beloved designer of Country French interiors, Charles Faudree has been working his magic on homes domestically and internationally for more than thirty-five years. His fourth book, "Charles Faudree Interiors", continues to reveal his versatility in classic and international styles, and showcases his newest signature country French ...
The fifth volume in a series of guides to the French style of interior design discusses the secrets of French designers in creating an authentic French look, including their fundamental design principles, in a four-part handbook that encompasses Passion for French, Art of Living, Savoir-Faire, and F
In "The French room", best-selling author and interior designer Betty Lou Phillips explains the wisdom and fervent beliefs that define French decorating and reveals the principles behind designing the perfect French room. "The French Room" also shares secrets on the ways colour solves irksome design problems without moving walls or making other ...
Nate Berkus, a regular contributor on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," contributing editor to "O, The Oprah Magazine, "and nationally renowned decorator, has created a book inspired by his belief that everyone should love the way they live. This step-by-step guide to achieving one's own beautiful rooms is based on Nate's signature style and innovative ...
The classic presentation of interior design and decoration has been revised and updated for the new millennium...Wide in scope and rich in detail, this book offers a unified treatment of interior design and the fine arts histories. Integrating information about materials and techniques with history, the text has been updated to include the ...
Farrow and Ball is a leader in the luxury paint and wallpaper market, catering to top designers and discerning homeowners who seek the finest quality products to adorn their walls. Offering a unique historical colour palette, stunning depth of colour, great coverage and a wide choice of finishes, Farrow and Ball products are found in many of the ...
Presenting an opulent, upper class rendering of "country French" interior decor which almost borders on caricature, Phillips (a Texan interior designer) volume is a paean to French high culture, with romanticized discussion of the Gallic character. High quality color photographs throughout. Annotati
"Country French Kitchens" inspires you how to incorporate organic beauty, local materials and simple but elegant charm, into the heart of the home-the kitchen. This book provides practical strategies for translating authentic Country French style into the kitchens of those living outside the boundaries of France, where farmhouses and rural ...
The theme that runs through Mexicolor is one of celebration. The author, artist and photographer who cre ated this book offer a resource to anyone looking for inspir ation on colour as they reveal the sights of Mexico and the vibrant colours found there. '
From an elegant, curved modern library with sunny picture windows to a simple apartment library with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, this guide showcases 40 libraries and offers professional advice on editing and categorizing, caring for books, restoring and storing rare books, finding out-of-print books, and more. 350 color photos.
Escape the stress and strain of daily life in a space of your own. All it takes is a little imaginative decorating and "emotional furnishings" devoted to your personal pursuits. For example, you might put a basket with stationery and a pen next to the sofa, or install a cushioned window seat for solitary reverie. Bedrooms and baths emphasize grace ...
Fully international in scope, this book guides the reader through the very best in classical style and reveals how to create gorgeous interiors by adding those decorative touches that make any home special.
With rustic design soaring to new heights, Ralph Kylloe again sets out on a journey of exploration and seeks out original awe-inspiring rustic homes in his newest book, "Cabin in the Woods". Both functional and aesthetically pleasing, each home in this extensive collection was handpicked for its beauty as well as its creative use of recycled ...
Churches and cathedrals were originally built to be read. They are alive with images and symbols--"all of which are packed with meaning. But today few people, from regular visitors to tourists, truly understand the wealth of meaning in what they find there. How to Read a Church is must reading for anybody who wants to know more about what they see ...
With a vast architectural legacy spanning four centuries, Mexican haciendas express a rugged romantic beauty and compelling sense of history. Today, the hacienda's graceful arcaded silhouette, grand-scale proportions, carved-stone ornament, rich colors and natural textures have become an ever-increasing influence for architects and designers ...
A sinister and curious Architectural Colossus is exploding across every continent on earth. The United States of America is at the heart of this incredible surge. Monuments, statues, and buildings are being created everywhere with evil intent and magical purpose. Designed by visionary illuminist architects and based on knowledge of the occult ...
This work is an examination of the way in which a building can embody and create meaning. Visser begins her study with the eighth century Church of St Agnes in Rome, built over the grave of a 13 year-old girl who was murdered. From this starting point, Visser takes us into the realms of history, mythology, culture, tradition, ritual and belief, ...
Give every room in the house a fresh breath of cozy cottage style (minus the gingham) with Sunset's new Cottage Style Decorating. This book is all about the "new" cottage style -- a fresher, lighter approach to cottage colors, fabrics, furnishings, and decorating elements. Filled with over 300 full-color photographs and inspiring text, Cottage ...
This book contains over 2,000 decorating ideas for windows, bedding and accessories - including draperies, shades, blinds, shutters, verticals, bedspreads, pillows, cushions and more. Blending current, popular styles with extraordinary new approaches, the fifth edition of is a must have for designers, from beginner to expert. With more full-colour ...
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