More than 100 color photos take the mystery out of selecting and showing off accents by exploring the guidelines that are the major criteria in all professional design decisions. Determine which pieces go together, how many are enough (or too much), what background highlights a painting or sculpture most effectively, and how to make any arrangement dramatic.
Abundant information, advice, and examples from designers, architects, and homeowners who've used color to advantage in the decor of every room of the house. Illustrated with color photos. No references. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
A sumptuous tour of houses, apartments and lofts [with] striking and imaginative ideas for novice and expert alike.”—Home Style Whether you want to make artwork an integral part of your design, effectively showcase collections, or turn the walls themselves into canvases, you’ll never find a more exquisite guide than this. Every awe-inspiring interior showcases a different magnificent approach and style: they range from tables and floors stacked with sculpture to larger than life paintings to antique furniture and fabrics. A beautiful fifteenth century Milanese palazzo blends real foliage with an imaginary trompe l’oeil overgrowth. In a more playful mode, architect Steve Ehlich transforms a whimsical assortment of 1950s lunchboxes into a veritable work of art. Each image is eye-opening and inspirational.
Sleek contemporary kitchens, country kitchens old and new, kitchens tailor made to your every need: it's the center of your home, so make sure the kitchen's warm, welcoming, and practical too. It's simple, with these affordable, achievable decorating styles--plus actual floorplans. From small city kitchens to expansive spaces, every one illustrates the elements of good design, and will help you make basic decisions about layout, storage, appliances, and lighting, as well as decorative surfaces and finishes.
House Beautiful, the leading design magazine, shows how to combine style with horticulture to create a wonderfully vibrant garden. Profiles of highly individual approaches reveal how each garden evolved from its owner’s vision to blooming reality. More than 200 color photographs of work by leading landscape artists and garden designers display imaginative ways of integrating fences, gates, paths, terraces, hedges, and walls.
Chock-filled with inspiring photos, this exquisite guide covers all the options available to someone planning to renovate or build a custom bathroom. In addition to providing advice on budgets and working with contractors and designers, it also presents House Beautiful’s favorite ideas on surfaces, storage, fixtures, and fittings. The choices range from scene-stealing tubs in unusual shapes to an elaborate Body Spa system with ten water jets that combine whirlpool action with hydro-massage. See how a splash of color gives a vintage bath a new lease on life; how creamy concrete surfaces can create a look that’s both modern and elegant; how his-and-her sinks make the morning rush more manageable; and how acrylic block panels allow in light…without sacrificing privacy. “Style Notes” throughout provide important tips and additional information.
Chock-filled with inspiring photos, this exquisite guide covers all the options available to someone planning to renovate or build a custom bathroom. In addition to providing advice on budgets and working with contractors and designers, it also presents House Beautiful’s favorite ideas on surfaces, storage, fixtures, and fittings. The choices range from scene-stealing tubs in unusual shapes to an elaborate Body Spa system with ten water jets that combine whirlpool action with hydro-massage. See how a splash of color gives a vintage bath a new lease on life; how creamy concrete surfaces can create a look that’s both modern and elegant; how his-and-her sinks make the morning rush more manageable; and how acrylic block panels allow in light…without sacrificing privacy. “Style Notes” throughout provide important tips and additional information.
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