Designer's Guide to Furniture Styles (3rd Edition) (Fashion Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.41 (669 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0132050412 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 250 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-09-15 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
. This book is for homeowners who appreciate the historic character of their old house, whether Colonial, Cape Cod, or Saltbox style. The numerous examples are from actual homeowners who updated their 17th or 18th century homes with a sense of the past without sacrificing modern amenities or luxuries. It is meant to inspire homeow
Lots of thorough info. Including what was going on Lots of thorough info. Including what was going on historically during the time a style of furniture was made. Wished for a few more pictures at times.. Rebeka Kibby said Color Photographs and Detailed. I bought this for my Interior Design class (History of Furniture) and thought it was great. There's a ton of color photographs and very detailed information. I definitely recommend this one.. "Useful" according to Mrs. Pink Tulip. This book was a required text book for two of my Interior Design courses. It has quite a bit if useful information and will hang on to it for the future.
Valuable websites and bibliographic information are provided for further exploration, and a glossary highlights key vocabulary.. Descriptions of period room settings show how the decorative arts complement architecture and interior design. DESIGNER'S GUIDE TO FURNITURE STYLES, 3/e augments the study of art and architectural history by discussing the function and aesthetic purpose of furniture, pottery, glassware, lighting, textiles, mirrors, metalworking, clocks, and wallcoverings; as well as their integration into interior design. The author presents crucial contextual information on political and social events and the technological advances that influenced each period’s design trends, and compares objects from different periods, demonstrating how ideas and concepts progress through their stylistic development. This image-rich text introduces significant movements in the evolution of the decorative arts, including furniture, design motifs, and accessories related to interior design and architectural settings from the Neolithic Age to the 21st century
. About the Author This book is for homeowners who appreciate the historic character of their old house, whether Colonial, Cape Cod, or Saltbox style. The numerous examples are from actual homeowners who updated their 17th or 18th century homes with a sense of the past without sacrificing modern amenities or luxuries. It is meant to inspire homeowners to learn about the inherent qualities of these older homes while making it loveable and liveable for themselves in the 21st century