Give your home a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere with a stunning electric fireplace. The finish, darkened bronze hardware, and generous storage of this midcentury modern style will do any room justice. One open shelf and two cabinets with adjustable shelves provide ample storage for electronics, media, and decorative accessories. The firebox has realistic, multicolor flickering flames and glowing embers with an interior brick design for a more lifelike look. The chic, architectural design of this media fireplace works well in traditional to contemporary homes and is ideal for the living room, bedroom, or home office. This electric fireplace features energy efficient LED and requires no professional installation, making it a cost effective way to upgrade your living or media room. Easy to use remote control offers 4-way adjustability to warm the room conveniently. Safety features include automatic shutoff and glass that remains cool to the touch. Turn off the heat to enjoy the fireplace ambience year round! Features: Features 1 media shelf, 2 cabinets, and 2 adjustable shelves Midcentury modern style Supports up to: 85 lb. (mantel), 20 lb. (media shelf), 10 lb. (per cabinet shelf) Assembly required Supplemental heat for up to 400 square feet Use without heater for year round enjoyment Once powered off, logs and flames slowly turn down Firebox front: 23W x 20H Temperature ratings: 62-82 degrees at 4 degree intervals Batteries: 1 CR2025, included Materials: Poplar, MDF, Particle Board, Veneer, Metal, Glass, Resin Dimensions: 47.75"L x 17"W x 34.5"H Weight: 138 lbs

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Island Endcap Display wine rack can give you some extra organized storage to your showcase your wine. It holds 24 bottles of wine and includes an endcap frame and two WS41 wine racks. Because of the unique architecture of this wine rack the labels are.

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Architectural lines create a beautiful but hardworking outdoor bar set with six stools and a Parson's style table for happy hour or meals. Crafted of all-weather PE woven rattanwith tie-back cushions, this set is truly easy care. Features: -Constructi.

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Oriental Furniture - Room Dividers - CVSAIL - Nautical photography is a science and an art, and catching this beautiful skiff with her sails full, against such a dramatic sky was quite the feat. Because the image is so striking, we have reproduced it here in black and white as well as a pale sepia tone print. High quality wood and fabric covered room divider- well constructed, extra durable kiln dried Spruce wood frame panels covered with tough, tear and puncture resistant, stretched poly-cotton blend canvas. Wood frame encased in durable canvas. Nautical theme perfect for beach houses and family rooms. Blocks light and provides privacy. Browse our collection of double sided canvas room dividers for a wide selection of art, nature, wildlife, architecture, travel and floral images. Finish: black and white Made of kiln dried spruce wood and durable poly-cotton blend canvas Tear and puncture resistant Nautical theme perfect for beach houses and family rooms Blocks light and provides privacy Specifications: Overall Dimensions: 71 H x 48 W x 1 DProduct Weight: 11lbs

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Computer desk, writing table or work station. whatever you choose to call it, the all new Dorset Desk is certainly much more than just a study and reading area. Inspired by the trestle style sawhorse desk of the last century, this modern and affordable reinterpretation of that classic design beams with architectural attitude tempered with a classic warm cider finish. Constructed with two spacious easy-glide drawers outfitted with antique pewter style handles, the entirely new Dorset Computer Desk will conveniently house all of your important paperwork, writing utensils, and stationary. Situated atop two "A" frame style Solid Wood legs, the sophisticated black leatherette top of this desk is further supported by two bisecting half arch industrial style metal reinforcements. This finishing touch lends an air of fresh and updated appeal that is certain to be appreciated by those of even the most refined taste. Add to cart now and start enjoying the redesigned Dorset Desk for years to come. Ready to assemble Solid wood and veneer Two storage drawers Intended for residential use only Assembly Required: Yes Collection: Dorset Color: Cider Country of Origin: China Depth: 22-1 4 Height: 31 Outer Materials: Solid Wood, Veneer, Vinyl Inlay Top Style: Transitional Weight: 39 Weight Capacity: 50 Width: 44

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Options galore - choose and enjoy. Available in clear all heart or B grade redwood. Choose your finish. Optional wheels for easy move. Optional sliding table or snack tray. The two independently controlled, four-position adjustable backrests on the Best Redwood Double Sun Chaise Lounge make this a summertime essential. This lounger is crafted of solid redwood and is cut from your choice of either A or B Grade wood in your favorite of the four finish options. Make it even better by adding an optional sliding table under the seat and adding wheels for easy mobility. About Best RedwoodSince 1992 Best Redwood has been designing and crafting high quality outdoor furniture. Their outdoor furniture is crafted of solid redwood and either stained or sealed for optimal protection from the elements. Products come in either B Grade or Clear Heart cuts. B Grade cuts come from the outside of the tree and have character from the limited number of knots and sapwood. Clear Heart cuts are the finest architectural redwood grade and come from the oldest and hardest part. They are free of all defects on the face side. All Best Redwood picnic tables, chaise loungers, side tables, garden benches, and all other products are made well for years of use. Color: Heart.

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Features: -Door with see through glass-2 Shelves-Material: MDF-Product Type: Accent cabinet-Installation Service Approved: No-Style: Country/Cottage-Collection: -Top Finish: -Base Finish: -Mirrored Finish: No-Hardware Finish: Magnetic latch,.

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This Bosch RBS003 1/2 in. Carbide-Tipped Ogee Door and Cabinetry 3-Piece Router Bit Set is ideal for the professional woodworker looking to create elegant cabinetry. It includes the stile and rail bit as well as the panel raiser bit needed to make ogee profile cuts for cabinet doors and all varieties of frame-and-panel assemblies for furniture and architectural applications. The fully hardened and tempered steel shank provides ultimate durability, while the premium-quality micro-grain carbide tips are ground on specialized CNC equipment for an extra-fine finish with maximum sharpness and edge retention to ensure consistently smooth and tight-fitting joints for the best finish. This set allows you to build doors from wood ranging between 3/4 in. to 7/8 in. thick. Close-tolerance manufacturing to ensure consistently smooth, tight-fitting joints. Micro-grain carbide tips provide superior wear resistance and long life. Precision-ground carbide tips for sharper edges and smoother finish. Reusable storage case with a solid wood base and clear plastic top. Includes: 1-5/8 in. x 41/64 in. Carbide Tipped Ogee Stile Bit - 85626M, 1-5/8 in. x 13/16 in. Carbide Tipped Ogee Rail Bit - 85627M, 3-3/8 in. x 9/16 in. Carbide Tipped Ogee Raised Panel Bit - 85640M, Reusable Storage Case.

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Fun acrylic shapes fit into light base White and 12 colored light options Dimmer controls 4 brightness levels Sleep button automatically lowers brightness1-hour timer turns light off Rainbow button cycles through all colors Choose from many kid-themed shapes Comes with remote and power adaptor Low voltage low heat long-life LED bulbs. Light up your little one's face - at least until the Sandman comes - with the aloka Sleepy Light. Bright white and colored lights as well as a fun plastic shape that corresponds with your child's favorite activity or animal distract kids from the stress that sometimes arises when the lights go down. A cool acrylic shape fits into this nightlight's base and is illuminated by either a a white or one of 12 colored light options; a rainbow button lets you cycle through all the colors. A dimmer function controls four levels of brightness while a sleep button automatically lowers the light to a level ideal for sleeping. A one-hour timer shuts the light off automatically. With a safe low voltage low heat level and long-lasting LED bulbs this nightlight is your child's best bedtime companion. Includes remote control and power adapter. Choose bear butterfly cat dragon elephant fairy fish giraffe heart hippo horse lion monkey owl pirate pony puppy racecar rocket toadstool or train. About aloka Founded by Michael Atkinson and Madeleine Webb aloka combines a passion for design and innovation with the latest in environmental LED technologies. Atkinson is an electronics engineer who launched a previous brand of children's nightlights as well as a specialist trained in residential and commercial lighting engineering and design. Webb is a graphic designer with roots in architecture and interior design. Together they're lighting up your home.

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Brand New Upgraded 50Ft Flexible LED Neon Tube Rope Lights! The flex neon lights are suitable for indoor or outdoor use and easy to bend into shapes to create mesmerizing effects. Ideal for commercial or home use, such as lighting solution, any architectural, holiday decorative and indicator application, walkways, landscaping, gardens, furniture, creating signs, borders or vehicles and watercraft lighting. All of our neon rope lights are guaranteed to be the highest quality. *Package Contents: 1x 50Ft Neon Rope Light; 2x End Caps; 2x PVC Splice Connectors; 1x 5Ft Power Cords with Connectors(As Free Gift); 1x Waterproof Silicone Glue(As Free Gift); 6x Splice Connectors(As Free Gift); PVC tube covers(As Free Gift)

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Features: -Material: Acrylic-Color: Red-Assorted diamond stones-Comes with gift box-No dishwasher safe-Gift boxed-Style: Contemporary-Theme: Architecture and landscape-Subject: Home decor and furniture-Finish: Red-Hand-Made: No-Distressed: N.

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Kohler Blade Style Trip Lever, Left HandMemoirs Collection The Memoirs Collection draws its design inspiration from traditional furniture and architectural elements, bringing refined elegance to your bathroom. The design of this durable left-hand trip lever accents the crisp lines of the Memoirs Comfort Height toilet. Features: Left-hand trip lever Premium metal construction for durabilityKOHLER finishes resist corrosion and tarnish For use with the Memoirs Comfort Height toilet Coordinates with other products in the Memoirs Collection

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* Smooth and quiet running epoxy coated slide * Adaptable to frame mounting and "system 32" mounting * Captive roller reduces sideplay * Positive stop, liftout disconnect, stay-closed design * Suitable for kitchen cabinets, vanities, desks, architectural woodwork, institutional and residential furniture * Requires 1/2" (+ 1/32" - 0) side clearance per side * Almond * Individually poly packaged with screws and installation instructions

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With a nod towards Mediterranean architecture, ancient Roman and Italian heritage and old world European influences, La Bella Vita makes a sophisticated statement. This signature collection brings together classic design elements and grand scale. Feat.

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This Californian design odyssey features some of the finest Mediterranean mansions from the pages of HOUSE BEAUTIFUL. It is one of the most popular architectural styles around, versatile, warm and welcoming. And in California, the MEDITERRANEAN LIVING is particularly strong. Join the editors and experts of America's premiere home design magazine, House Beautiful, for a fascinating tour of some of the Golden State's finest Mediterranean mansions. First up is an eclectic, Tuscan-inspired home by Phillip Nimmo, who effortlessly blends whimsy and comfort in his design. Next, we'll tour supermodel Kathy Ireland's 7,000 square foot Italian villa, decorated with her exquisite furniture line. And finally, we'll see one of the most influential of all Mediterranean homes, an early 20th century masterpiece by famed designer John Saladino. With features on roses and wrought iron, as well as a visit to the famed gardens of the Hotel Bel Air, this is a relaxing retreat into the tiled and sunny world of Mediterranean design.

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Dealers of antiques and vintage furnishings are the ultimate design trendsetters, setting the styles that are followed by decorators, manufacturers and, ultimately, consumers. With extensive knowledge of design history and an instinct for sniffing out undiscovered treasures and diamonds in the rough, the leading dealers hand-pick the furniture, artwork and objects that personalize the spaces we inhabit. In their own homes, these dealers have the opportunity to let their imaginations run wild and to display what is, for them, the cream of the crop. With exquisite samples of rare furniture; exhaustingly curated collections of art and objects; an innate sense of taste, color, scale and proportion; and a bit of humor, the dealers design environments for themselves that can serve as compelling examples to anyone striving to create a singular home. Dealer's Choice: At Home with Purveyors of Antique and Vintage Furnishings features lush color photographs of the homes of the world's foremost antiquaires. Included are the houses, apartments, lofts, and even castles of dealers specializing in mid-century modernist furniture and objects, antiquities and antique European decorative works. These residences in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, East Hampton, Paris, Istanbul and elsewhere illustrate the finest and most personal creations of the leading tastemakers in interior design.

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From the remarkable pen of Peter Connolly comes a comprehensive look at the ancient city of Pompeii. He begins with the scientific facts: How was Pompeii destroyed? How did Mount Vesuvius become an active volcano? What happened during the eruption? How long did Pompeii lay buried and how was it finally rediscovered? What was Pompeii's history before the disaster? Then, Peter Connolly does what he does better than anyone-he rebuilds the past in words and pictures, allowing us to imagine what it was like to live in old Pompeii. Like an archaeological detective, he sifts through the ruins and artifacts to reconstruct one area of the town in minute detail. With maps and cross-sections, photographs, drawings, and engrossing, fact-filled text, Connolly takes us into the very homes of its citizens-into the kitchens, atriums, bedrooms and out into the gardens. We learn what the furniture looked like, how the homes were lighted and heated, what kind of jewelry was popular, and what the gladiators wore. We view the varied styles of architecture and decoration, attend a grand dinner party, visit local shops, go to the theater, to a public bath, and to the gladiators' arena. We gain an understanding of this ancient civilization, and begin to see how much was lost when the city fell prey to the tons of lava and ashes that fell on it during the devastating disaster.

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Poolscaping is a one-of-a-kind handbook overflowing with inspiring ideas and practical advice on how to make your swimming pool the lovely, welcoming centerpiece of your property, whether you are installing a new pool or renovating an existing one. You'll learn how to choose the best spot for the pool and how to design or refurbish the deck and edging that surround it. And you'll find great ideas for dramatic pool lighting (including underwater options); safe and attractive fencing; and spas, furniture, pergolas, and pool houses. Finally, Poolscaping helps you choose the best poolside plants for your landscaping, with a focus on flowers, vines, and shrubs that are low-maintenance and attractive throughout the swimming season.

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The Arts and Crafts Movement espoused values of simplicity, craftsmanship and beauty quite counter to Victorian and Edwardian industrialism. Though most famous for its architecture, furniture and ornamental work, between the 1890s and the 1930s the movement also produced gardens all over Britain whose designs, redolent of a lost golden era, had worldwide influence. These designs, by luminaries such as Gertrude Jekyll and Sir Edwin Lutyens, were engaging and romantic combinations of manor-house garden formalism and the naive charms of the cottage garden - but from formally clipped topiary to rugged wild borders, nothing was left to chance. Sarah Rutherford here explores the winding paths and meticulously shaped hedges, the gazebos and gateways, the formal terraces and the billowing border plantings that characterised the Arts and Crafts garden, and directs readers and gardeners to where they can visit and be inspired by these beautiful works of art.

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In 1901, Gustav Stickley began to create the first uniquely American style of furniture and home design known as Craftsman. Stickley's principles of home design include construction that is in harmony with its landscape, open floor plans, built-in storage, and natural lighting. He was a major influence on Frank Lloyd Wright, and he remains one of the great names in American architecture. Craftsman Homes and Bungalows showcases his work in an affordable, attractive new edition. Featuring hundreds of black-and-white photographs, line drawings, and sketches of cabins, cottages, and bungalows from concept to finished product, it presents easy-to-understand directions on both home construction and improvement. This resource, a combination of three of Stickley's works, is a comprehensive introduction to the design and building of beautiful Craftsman homes.

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The pool is an aspirational motif that recurs across the history of residential architecture, no matter which era or location. From the impressive palace baths of Europe and the magnificent pools of luxurious mansions and country estates, to the stylish and contemporary designer terraces and the humble, tucked away inner-city courtyards of the average home-in all structures the themes of style, engineering, and design are standard. In Pools: Design and form with water, renowned photographer Miquel Tres' spectacular full-color images and detailed narratives showcase a wide selection of pool designs from around the world. This book features a multitude of examples in a wide range of styles: natural chemical-free pools with purifying systems; rustic pools which USE local materials and natural depuration methods in sometimes rural settings; contemporary dazzlers and designer pools for interior and exterior spaces, including illuminated designs and other modern features. Pools will help the aspiring landscape or interior designer to determine the latest trends and to consider strong garden contexts and landscape planning, outdoor pool-site plans, materials and furniture.

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A lavishly illustrated personal tour of the great star's homes and collections. For nearly five decades Barbra Streisand has been one of the singular figures in American entertainment. From the cabaret to the Broadway stage, from television and film stardom to her acclaimed work as a director, from the recording studio to the concert hall, she has demonstrated that the extraordinary voice that launched her career was only one of her remarkable gifts. Now, in her first book, Barbra Streisand reveals another aspect of her talent: the taste and style that have inspired her beautiful homes and collections. My Passion for Design focuses on the architecture and construction of her newest homes, the dream refuge that she has longed for since the days when she shared a small Brooklyn apartment with her mother, brother, and grandparents. A culmination and reflection of Streisand's love of American architecture and design between the eighteenth and twentieth centuries, the book contains many of her own photographs of the rooms she has decorated, the furniture and art she has collected, and the ravishing gardens she has planted on her land on the California coast. In addition to glimpses of her homes, Barbra shares memories of her childhood, the development of her sense of style, and what collecting has come to mean to her. My Passion for Design is a rare and intimate private tour into the world of one of our most beloved stars. It will be welcomed by her many fans and all lovers of the great achievements of American design.

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Featuring over 300 beautiful photographs and extensive commentary, China Style blends the chic designs of modern China with the traditional sensibilities of traditional Chinese art. Chinese interior design is a kaleidoscope of competing influences: scholarly gardens versus opium dens, imperial palaces battling concrete-and-steel high-rises, rural simplicity fighting urban chaos China Style gives an insiders" look at the interiors that draw from this vivid and powerful tradition, a tradition that is constantly being reinterpreted to produce a fresh and dynamic style of contemporary design.A gorgeous idea book, China Style illustrates a practical and achievable way to incorporate traditional and contemporary Chinese interior design ideas into your own home decor. The exquisite houses featured in this book demonstrate that Chinese design has truly gone global. Author Sharon Leece explores how contemporary interiors anywhere in the world today-whether in London, Paris, Shanghai, Beijing, New York, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Singapore or Bangkok-can be given a dramatic flair with Chinese furniture and design. Chapters include: - China Style Goes Global - Ming and Qing Elegance Redefined - Chinoiserie Old and New - The New Shanghai Style - China Modern - Decorating China StyleThe featured interiors range from formal metropolitan apartments featuring priceless Ming antiques, to trendy Shanghai art deco homes from the 1930s and Maoist-inspired chic from the 1950s and 60s, to the unique overseas Chinese shophouses of Southeast Asia and the cutting-edge Chinese art minimalism of contemporary Beijing and Hong Kong.

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The tea cermony-known as cha-no-yu, or literally "hot water for tea"-has touched nearly every aspect of Japanese life. First published in 1933 as Cha-No-Yu, or The Japanese Tea Ceremony, this classic remains the gold standard for books on the five-centuries-old tea ceremony, which is itself "an epitome of Japanese civilization." Abundantly illustrated with drawings and photographs showing every aspect of the tea ceremony, this book takes readers on a complete tour of furniture and utensils, architecture and gardens, and numerous other features of cha-no-ya. Photos of tea bowls, teahouses and gardens reveal the exquisite artistry of the cult of tea. The Japanese Tea Ceremony is a fascinating exploration of one of Japan's greatest arts and details the importance of the tea ceremony's history and traditions, its historical tea masters and its physical manifestations. This book includes: Descriptions of the many disciples contained within the broader framework of tea ceremony, including art, architecture, gardening and exquisite handicrafts The experiences of masters of the art over the centuries Histories of the various schools and traditions of the art of tea

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With over 500 gorgeous photographs and extensive commentary, this book is an exploration of Bali's most most stunning homes and gardens. Bali has long been a creative inspiration for the world-providing exciting new design ideas that are emulated today in homes and hotels around the globe. The open to the elements bathroom with interior courtyard garden, the giant bamboo sofa with handwoven cushion covers, and the garden pavilion or bale with raised platform seating are all examples of concepts that originated on the island. All these-and much more-may be viewed in Bali By Design. Bali By Designs provides coverage of the latest and best design work in Bali today. Featuring 25 stunning contemporary homes, it showcases the ideas of a new generation of talented international and Indonesian designers. Each of these extraordinary houses presents new solutions for age-old challenges-illustrating how stylish modern lifestyles may be achieved through clever architecture and interior design. See the selection of artful furniture and furnishings in open, airy rooms, the inclusion of natural stone in shady courtyards and swimming pools, and the plethora of handcrafted surfaces, objects and artifacts. Many of these Balinese houses explore ways of reducing power consumption for a more sustainable, low-carbon future. Others present a modern urban version of the tropical Bali interior design style that has its roots in a traditional rural environment. All, however, combine modern technology with exotic local materials-Balinese sandstone, volcanic rock, recycled ulin wood-for breezy indoor-outdoor living. With over 300 stunning photographs by Danish photographer Jacob Termansen and an insightful text by British author Kim Inglis, this book is a fitting testament to the originality and talent of Bali's design world.

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The first-ever compilation of the luxurious interiors from the influential designer and philanthropist Ann Getty. For those who are passionate about fine interiors, the preservation of antiques, the highest level of craftsmanship, and respect for architectural integrity, this book offers an insider's view of the exquisite designs of Ann Getty. Fluent in classical styles and periods and known for sourcing her vast array of objects and opulent materials from across the globe, Getty creates interiors that are steeped in historical style yet remain fresh and vibrant for today's clientele.From the exceptional residence she and her music-composer husband, Gordon Getty, use for entertaining and displaying their world-class collection of art and antiques, to the comfortable yet elegant townhouse she designed for a stylish young family, the book showcases richly detailed interiors that are coveted by design enthusiasts and collectors. Featured are pieces from Getty's successful furniture line of original designs inspired by the renowned Getty collection as well as her own extensive travel and design studies.This intimate look, Getty's first-ever monograph, demonstrates how to combine objects from different time periods and styles in a sumptuous atmosphere rich in bold colors, vibrant textures, and classic elegance.

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If you dream of decorating (or redecorating) your home but have no idea where to begin, this decorating workshop-in-a-book decodes an interior designer's thought process on creating a stylish home with vision and flow. The secret to those gorgeous interiors in the magazines lies not in the things that fill the rooms, but in the "decorating story" or point of view that the designer has applied to the space. With How to Decorate, learn how to create your own design concept and implement it with color, furniture, fabrics, lighting, accessorizing, and styling. This book also helps solve a decorator s biggest challenges, from working around a home's existing architecture and organizing a space, to mixing patterns and editing collections. Best of all, 150 color photographs and charming watercolor illustrations-and even a bookplate for personalizing this guide-provide inspiration that makes this book as useful as it is beautiful. Among the insider tips is information on: -Finding a dedicated space where you can organize paint samples, fabric swatches, and magazine clippings -Choosing a sofa wisely -Determining appropriate wall finishes and textures -Identifying what fabrics are right for you -Styling your decor to reinvigorate your space -Plus, the best suppliers for rugs, linens, accessories, and more "Interior design should be about telling a personal story, and Shannon Fricke has nailed it on the head with How to Decorate. Her genius tips ring true for novice and professional decorators alike, and her decorating workshop-in-a-book organization helps simplify what can be a very intimidating process. This book will empower and motivate you to tell your personal story through your home decor. Bravo, Shannon!" - Jenny Komenda, designer and founder of Little Green Notebook "How to Decorate throws out stuffy notions of doing things the 'right' way and instead invites us to imagine our homes as playgrounds for authentic self-expression. Fricke promotes the idea of decorating at its best, as a means of creating surroundings that reflect who we really are and what we love. while having a blast in the process!" - Camille Styles, event designer and editor of CamilleStyles.com "Shannon strikes the elusive balance between visual inspiration and practicable action. This is a book you'll both display and put to constant use." - Anne Sage, blogger and founder of The City Sage

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Stephen Crafti has always been drawn to black houses, irrespective of the materials they are constructed in, be they zinc, timber or simply painted. Unlike most houses, which scream for attention, black houses sit quietly, accentuating the often-verdant landscape. There is also a sense of calm and tranquillity with a black home. Crafti doesn't live in a black house, but he recently upgraded a 1930's home. 'Everything I touched was changed to black, from the timber fences to the timber floorboards'. He even added black curtains and planted black bearded irises in his garden. Using black seemed to unify disparate elements in and around his home. While there are numerous black features in Crafti's home, his ideal scenario would be to live in a contemporary black house, with black furniture and black walls. And maybe even a garden filled with black plants. This book, showcasing black houses, is the starting point to this goal and will be organised according to the following themes: Black Exteriors; Living in Black; Details of Black; Kitchens & Dining in Black; and In Black And White.

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A historical, cultural, and architectural journey through a dozen exquisite and refined French chateaux and residences. A dozen aristocratic French families invite readers to experience their elegant lifestyle, from the royal stag hunting tradition of Louis XI and Louis XIII at the Chateau de Champchevrier to Hubert de Givenchy s elegant Parisian townhouse imbued with grandeur and comfort in the style of Napoleon III. The featured houses, illustrated with specially commissioned photography, represent key periods of French decoration. The exquisite Renaissance architecture of Chateau d Anet and its sumptuous interiors with great fireplaces, silk upholstered sofas, and soft lighting exude the notorious ardor between Henry II and Diane de Poitiers. The hidden sanctuary of a Parisian manor reveals a dignified library and a harmonious blend of antique and contemporary fabrics and sculptures. A grand salon with Versailles parquet is illuminated by a Louis XVI crystal and amethyst chandelier. Meticulously planned gardens beckon contemplation and dining tables replete with crystal and silver are a visual feast. From the architecture, garden designs, furniture, textiles, and art collections, these exclusive private homes are a rich source of interior design inspiration.

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The work of London-based, Persian-born interior designer Alidad is the realization of a fantasy of splendor in elegant brocade and rich damask. Award-winning interior designer Alidad is renowned for creating interiors of comfort made from a warm, glowing elegance with richness, color, and sumptuous materials. His work is associated with the exacting USE of intricately patterned antique and modern textiles, upholstered furniture, and a high quality of craftsmanship. This book presents his unique aesthetic-a kind of controlled glamour that embraces exotic forms, patterns, and fabrics while at the same time evoking the timeless and comforting. Alidad offers a compelling visual survey of his projects, from apartments in London and Paris and villas in Beirut and Kuwait to seaside homes in Sardinia and Cornwall. The work of Alidad is a resplendent tapestry, sewn through with color upon color and texture upon texture. The book also illustrates creatively for the reader Alidad's approach to the practical issues of interior decoration, from architectural alteration and furniture design to choosing appropriate textiles, and it serves as an intimate resource and an entry into the secrets of evocative design.

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