Terence Conran's New House Book: The Complete Guide To Home Design
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| Rating | : | 4.80 (855 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1840911123 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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H.McGersh said Homely n Heart touching.. Heart warming pictures of some of the coziest interiors you would find. Reminds you of the good days that we all have left behind.All those small things how just mere wooden shelving can create good storage and how not too gaudy fabrics or interior elements can give a homely vibe, all described through beautiful photos from actual houses.A legendary book now out of print, grab a copy for yourself. I bought two :). Feast for the Eyes! What goes around, comes around and style is indeed cyclical. This book is immediately inspiring and it's fun to look at the vintage images and see the funky homes of yesteryear. Don't let the book's age fool you-- there is so much here that's very relevant. Even if you're not decorating or remodeling, this book is a feast for the eyes!. "Native funk and flash" according to Waterman Gap. One of my favorite interior books. Very appealing '60s and '70s interiors that seem to belong to interesting people. This book has an authenticity and appeal that you will not find in other interior books of the period, which often lean too far in the direction of bland professionalism or tacky manufacturer promotions. Also a glimpse of European family life and mores. Veterans of 1970s Northern California will recognize certain tropes, such as diagonal wood siding, rainbow murals, and children with Free to Be You and Me records.
“Excellent resourcesspeaks to all issues surrounding home design.” —Christian Science Monitor.. Learn what to do before decoration starts, including assessing a home, putting in adequate storage, and adding heating, wiring, and plumbing. More than 1,000 photos showcase elegant ideas for restoring interiors
Terence was knighted for his services to design in 1983 and has been provost of the Royal College of Art in London. Today, Conran owns restaurants and shops in eight cities throughout the world and a design business serving many international clients that includes architecture and interior design, product and graphic design and brand licensing. Terence Conran is one of the world's best-known desi
Checklists of safety precautions and building procedures, budgeting suggestions, discussion of the characteristics of different materials for floors and curtains, architectural styles and garden layouts are accompanied by glossy color photos of the vast range of possibilities. From Publishers Weekly Conran claims that "good design is ninety-eight per cent common sense, two per cent aesthetics." In this comprehensive book on decorating and design (an updated, completely revised edition of The House Book), he offers inspiring ideas and outlines the practical considerations necessary for creating a comfortable and beautiful home.