Interior Design Books

This is an interesting and lovely coffee table book. I wouldn't say it's good to actually learn anything about Tokyo architecture, as there really isn't much in the way of text, but it is an inspiring book all the same.

I've gone through a few of the Icons series design books and have liked them quite a bit. much like the others, the Tokyo Style book provides nice photography fitting the theme well. beautiful, simplistic interiors with muted colors and textures. I got this as a gift and can suggest it to anyone interested in modern japanese design and architecture.

This purchase was one in a million! From the initial contact from the seller, to the delivery of the book in fabulous condition- Absolutely an Outstanding experience!
I feel like I've made TWO new friends - One, with the Book, and one with the Seller... Best of luck to you, Nina, Thank you for your kind emails and updates. I promise to take as precious care of your beautiful book as you did! Through your manifesting your dreams into reality, you will continue to manifest NEW dreams into reality.... Your love for Interior Design and Photography will continue to grow through others that are as fortunate to "meet you" as I was.
Best wishes for Happy and Safe Travels...
I can give my personal guarantee to everyone else that purchases from you - "You will NOT be disappointed"! A++++++++++ :-)

Tricia Guild's Country Color is a refreshing view of country life in England. Tricia portrays her style through dymanic cominations of rustic furniture and bold contemporary colors. Country Color stimulates all five senses throughout the book. From vibrant pictures of country meadows and cozy cottage corners, to mouth watering recipes. Every time you open this book you will discover something new and intriguing. Country Color functions well as a coffee table book or on a cluttered book self. It will always be noticed. It is a great addition for the novice collector, or the perfect start for the beginner interested in interior design literature.

Wonderful book on contemporary tropical design. Just looking at the pictures transports me to another place! I've even incorporated some of the simple design ideas into my own home. From the simple & serene to the eclectic, you won't be disappointed.

In short, this book has exceptional photos and displays wonderful furniture and design of natural materials. It's amazing to see how these materials can be formed into such beautiful and practical pieces of furniture. It's functional art!

I bought this book one week ago and already have completed 4 projects from this book. It is perfect for the non-sewer. I just couldn't believe the things I could do to decorate my new home. So so easy and looks no-sew, no-sew professional.

I absolutely love this book. this book had great ides that any one can actually make. Half way through the book, you would have hundreds of your own ideas ignited in your mind. Ideas are not only specific for "The Million Dollar" but all american middle class home. As an ammature, this is the answer to my sewing machine fear. The ideas are fun and easy on our pocket. the thing that i liked most about the book, was that it triggered my mind and how these ideas can work for me.

I have long thought that the interior decorating books on the market were very overwhelming. Not only are there so many as to confuse the regular consumer, but the contents of most can be intimidating and complex. Not so with this book! It is ideal for the novice or weekend decorator. What it basically does is separate the styles by their periods: Edwardian, English Country, Art Deco, etc. Then, it breaks down each one by giving a history of it and examples of classic pieces, even the "essential colors" of each period. Better yet, it includes useful tips on how to bring this style into your home. While it does not go into the "how-to" details (nothing about how to re-do your walls or floors, etc.), it is extremely helpful in helping the reader understand what elements are important in making the home look a certain way. It truly is an Ultimate Home Style Guide!

I'm glad I've purchased this book! While I read it, it was like a time-travelling experience. The first part of the book is about how the different historical styles have developed and it talkes about such interesting things as how the way of life affected this whole procedure. I've learnt here a lots of interesting things! But the main purpose of the book of course is to help achive a certain style whether it is Historical or Global. Whithin each Historical period (Medieval, Tudor, Baroque, etc.) and each Global style (English country, French chic, Mediterranean and so on..) you will find advice on creating the look; Walls, Floors, Lights, Colours, Soft furnishings, Accessoires, Fabrics, Furniture and at the end Summing up the style. I didn't buy this book because I wanted to redecorate but because the author has such a way of telling these information that it fascinated me...I wanted to know the story behind other cultures styles and other hisotrical styles. But when I redecorate next, I will definitely use this book. Very well written and well organized book, easy to understand and aims to help the non-professional, which in my opinion, does a great job!

This is a beautiful book with lots of decorating ideas and recipes. It will inspire you to get ready for Christmas.

Well, it finally was released. I was so excited to see that this book was on the way and I certainly haven't been disappointed. I just love all the decorating ideas in this book - my husband grabbed it and off he went to the store to buy the stuff it recommends. Sure was beautiful when he was done. This book makes decorating elegantly so very beautiful for the holidays, and it just gives you so many nice ideas. But, the RECIPES! Yikes! Better buy those elastic waisted pants because you'll need them after these awesome dishes. You know it's bad when you want to start with the first recipe and just make everything else afterwards. That's how it is with this book. It's really that good! You won't be disappointed with this book. I just love it!

"Under the Sun" has become my southwest decorating bible. I bought the book when I was looking for decorating and architectural ideas for a desert home I was building. The book explores and exposes all the of varied and amazing orgins and styles of desert and southwestern design. The photos are stunning and intriguing and the text is rich with information and sources. I have since used the book for paint and decorating tips in several homes. This is one book in my library that has become a favorite loner, and has ultimately become my best gift book -- mostly to assure it will return to my shelf.

I was searching for a book on desert homes and architecture styles. This book is broken into several chapters on homes around the world living under desert regions. Thoughout the books there are dazzling and breath taking photos along with informative background on every country and building construction for the desert home. I was pacticularly interested in the great USA (Arizona, New Mexico & California) because I am planning to build a home in a desert region. I needed a reference to help me understand and view a desert style of living and this book has helped. You'll find some interior decorating, color schemes, landscaping and several ideas of bringing the dry outdoors into your unique home.
I love looking at this impressive book, it sits on my coffee table for all to enjoy.

This Rules!! I have personnaly been in that house! in sept 2002. Its mindbogling...totaly breath taking you would never beleive. It's so amazing! And im so lucky to have had the priviledge of seeing everything with my own eyes...AND meeting Dr. May! :D And I owe all of this to my one and only sweetheart Stace! See her dad is the Doc's carpenter and he is the reason I had this awesome priveledge of seeing and Meeting Dr. Martin May.
Haha thanx Marty.
Jeff

An unusual blend of decoration and collecting guide is revealed in Victorian Décor, a beautifully presented title which surveys home furnishings of the late 19th century. From stained glass windows and art glass to match holders and poster art, Victorian period antiques are highlighted in full color. Assessments of item practicality and style round out the excellent background history and values guide.

This survey of Victorian beauties of California's San Francisco Bay Area provides a blend of regional history and architectural insights, surveying the changing Victorian house styles of the region and featuring a wealth of fine color examples. From architectural roots to hybrid styles, Book Of The Courtesans is packed with detail.

I attended college in the Bay Area in the early `60s and have been nostalgically in love with San Francisco and Marin ever since. I spent many, many hours hiking around the city with a couple of friends, climbing the hills, exploring narrow passages between buildings, and generally gawking at the 19th century architecture. I also knew a girl whose grandmother (or aunt, or something) lived in one of the "Painted Ladies" on Alamo Square, the strip now known as "Postcard Row," so I actually got to see the inside of one of the gorgeous homes detailed and depicted in this book. If you're not from there, you likely lump together all of San Francisco's historic domestic architecture as "Victorian" -- but you would be wrong. There's Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Stick Style, Shingle Style, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival, plus various hybrids among and later additions to all of those. Duchscherer is a longtime resident of the city and a highly regarded architectural historian and he leads the reader through the art and business behind these homes, while Keister's lush photography of busy (and occasionally overdone) Victorian interiors will have you drooling on the page. One of my personal favorites is the Westerfeld House in the Western Addition, built in 1889, which includes a fifth floor (!) tower room with an amazing view. Another is Falkirk (originally the Robert Dollar Mansion), built in San Rafael in 1888, a much more rambling Tudor extravaganza filled with a king's ransom in paneling and wainscotting; it was saved from demolition and entirely renovated (thank God) after I left the area, and I shall have to go and visit it the next time I get out there. What a book!

This is a great book about a talented artist more people should know.
The illustrations are plentiful and lush. The text puts Benson in perspective. The book was not available at my local library, but I would have made the purchase even if I had been able to check it out first.

The book was perfect just as the seller stated. Shipped
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