Interiors

A. J. Bicknell & Co.   If you're buying or remodeling a Victorian home, or just interested in the subject, this book belongs in your library. Hundreds of... [read more]

Charles Faudree,M. J. Vandeventer,Jenifer Jordan   Faudree is the expert on French country interiors. Using classic French textiles, strong colors and textures, and charming antiques from 18th-century French... [read more]

   Everything you need to know to make your painted walls truly unique. Learn by watching how to mix faux finishing glazes; keep... [read more]

Kira Obolensky   A novel idea for many of us is that the garage is ill used space for simply parking a car! Convert it... [read more]

Charles L. Eastlake   Here is insight into the rise of the Arts & Crafts movement, in which Eastlake was a precursor. Especially helpful to anyone... [read more]

Christopher Dresser   Written by influential commercial and industrial designer of the 19th century Christopher Dresser, this book is a comprehensive work on the aesthetics... [read more]

Heather E. Adams,Earl G. Adams   A comprehensive and easy-to use guide to bringing natural stone into the home. A buyer's guide suggests the right stone for specific... [read more]

Alexandra Black,Noboru Murata,Alexander Black   This well-photographed book presents the traditional Japanese interior alongside contemporary spaces. Also, the rooms display art, screens, indigo fabric and ikibana in... [read more]

Kerry Skinner   The Paint Effects Bible: 100 Recipes for Faux Finishes. A very useful library of 100 different faux finishes is described on a single... [read more]

Sharon Stasney   Introduce harmony and serenity into your home with the ancient Chinese principles of Feng Shui. Create retreats and secret spaces for spiritual... [read more]

Douglas A. Wilson   With this book, "Trading Spaces" star and interior decorator extraordinaire, Doug Wilson, comes into your home to do his thing. Here are... [read more]

Sara Bliss   Spice up your living spaces with this excellent book that shows you how, with small or large changes, you can integrate objects... [read more]

Elizabeth Wilhide,Ray Main   In the dark about designing appropriate lighting for your home? Here's a newly revised design idea book that will turn on your... [read more]

Roy Barnhart,Tim Snyder,Lori Wendin,Cathy Cassidy,Charles Lockhart   Your "stuff" is cascading off the walls and counters, and out of the closets. This book will help you get hold of... [read more]

Annie Sloan   Even beginners with paint can give their kitchens a whole new, fun, and welcoming look with Sloan's projects, for little effort and... [read more]

Ingrid Cranfield   Here is a useful guide to the maintenance and renovation of Art Deco homes. Covered are furniture, fabrics and decorative detail and... [read more]

   Learn the difference between Color washing and Glazing, several variations of these techniques. Using water-based paint products, the beginner or professional finishers... [read more]

Victoria Ellerton,Simon Brady   Well-illustrated text on the techniques of mural and trompe l'oeil ("fool the eye") painting. Good for beginners at this craft, with exact... [read more]

   Most of this book is about indoor lighting. It offers design ideas, how-to instructions and trouble-shooting for installation, and task and general... [read more]

Vinny Lee   Touring 40 homes worldwide, the author illustrates the principle that our home should reflect our personality. From minimalist decor to the collector's... [read more]

William P. Spence   These are the best methods of installing and finishing flooring, whether it's elegant parquet in the dining room, sturdy vinyl tiles in... [read more]

Randall Whitehead   Ideas and inspiration for professional lighting designers. Covers residential and commercial spaces, including offices, stores and restaurants. An interesting text, on a... [read more]

Tim Snyder,Melanie Powell   Here are complete, well-illustrated, step-by-step-instructions for homeowners at all skill levels to upgrade lighting or install new fixtures. The tools and materials... [read more]

Edward R. Turner   Whether you're a novice or an expert woodworker, you'll find plans in this book for a variety of Japanese style lamps-- including... [read more]

Aurora Guito   Lofts in industrial spaces are increasingly being refurbished and modified for living and studio space, by and for artist, designers, and craftsmen.... [read more]

Tim Snyder,Melanie Powell   Using a can of paint and a few readily available tools, you can make a big change in a room's decor. Here... [read more]

Brian Santos,Ken Sidey   Learn how to paint like a professional, using the tips and techniques of Brian Santos. Lots of information on color, special decorative... [read more]

Sally Storey   Here's a book that will flick on that idea light bulb of yours. Lots of information, photographs, and creative ideas for each... [read more]

Pierre Finkelstein   With paints and brushes you can make any surface look like any other material. This excellent colorful technical manual reveals how it's... [read more]

Wendy Hitchmough,Martin Charles   Grab your hats for a tour of grand estates that exemplify the beauty, sensitive colors, and craftsmanship of the revolutionary Arts &... [read more]

Mark Aldbrook,Charles Hemming   The Folding Screen traces the changing form and function of the folding screen, from its conception in the Orient during the eighth... [read more]

Casey Ellis,Randall Koll   Will 3 minutes pickup at the end of the day restore order to your home, be it a tiny apartment or 10... [read more]

From Robert Lang, author of the popular Shop Drawings Series, comes this guide to adding... [read more]

Millions of Americans live in "cookie cutter" houses, but they can be remodeled within a... [read more]

The Netherlands is currently a center for great modern design, in architecture, urban planning, industrial... [read more]