Past In Presen: Interior Splendour

ILLUSTRATIONS: 282 col., 60 b&w

Past In Present is a book for lovers of interior design, architects and restorers; the exceptional photography shows both interiors and particular workshops, illustrating the perfect combination of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design.
Past In Present is a lavishly illustrated and luxurious book full of inspiration: the book shows interiors from the Netherlands and abroad and gives extra information about such applied disciplines as restoring, furniture making, patinating and forging. The interiors show a great love for tradition in a modern setting. In addition, the book also contains cultural and art historical information, which places the interiors in a historical frame.

Thong Lei and Anne Noordam are the founders and owners of Decoration Empire, a company specialised in interior architecture and building restoration that follows up interior design projects in the Netherlands and abroad. With a team of highly skilled workers, Decoration Empire focuses on the use of carefully selected materials, traditional techniques and art.