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Curtains, Shades, Pillows & Covers is the one-stop reference guide to making every kind of soft furnishing for the home. Inspirational image galleries provide hundreds of ideas for fabric, shapes, design details, and more. Every category has practical workshops that give step-by-step instructions for techniques and items, plus essential troubleshooting, design advice, and professional tips. Also included is a review of window shapes and what options for covering them—taking into account needs such as privacy, light, etc. A special section, “Essential Techniques,” ensures readers that sewing expertise is at their fingertips when they need it.

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After a goldmine of cultural and subconscious information, the history of patterns parallels and informs the history of humanity. After decades of modern minimalism and clear lines, people are enjoying a return to more playful design, rich in colors and textures. Pattern-making and pattern design, in particular, has made a major comeback as a way to embellish a surface with their use often displaying unexpected depths. Indeed, we have witnessed a revival in enriched, traditional motifs, and seen them applied in thought-provoking ways, in an unlimited variety of designs and textures. The use of new computer technologies has brought about surprising, often intricate results, on an aesthetic as well as conceptual level. In the most recent years, counter reactions to that which is digital, are visible in the work of crafty designers who embrace illustration and a hand-made, do-it-yourself aesthetic, while taking full advantage of the versatility and speed computer programs can afford them. Cutting-Edge Patterns and Textures is a stimulating book featuring full-page, color images of inspired patterns and boasts an eclectic array of styles from all around the world. This book is destined to become a desktop reference for professional and amateur designers alike.

One of art history’s previously overlooked treasures — the vibrant ceramic tiles of Syria and especially Damascus — are the subject of this fascinating study by a leading Islamic art expert.

The architectural ceramic decoration is one of the most celebrated manifestations of the arts of Islam. Spanning a period from the 13th to the 20th century, the tiles featured in this book exhibit a rich range of influences from Persia, Turkey, China and even Europe. A renowned specialist in the fields of Islamic and Indian art, Arthur Millner explores the historical context that allowed the uniquely creative achievement of Syrian craftsmen to flourish, and why tiles from this region are less restricted in artistic expression than those from better-known centers of production. The complex and interconnected nature of tile designs, techniques and color palettes is explored, highlighting what is distinctive about Damascus ceramics and how they relate to tiles produced in other parts of the Islamic world. Finally, the author traces the journey made by many of these tiles to the West, embellishing the interiors of wealthy clients as Islamic art became both fashionable and influential in late 19th-century art and design.

About the Author:

Arthur Millner is a consultant and independent scholar in the field of Indian and Islamic art. He lectures at the London School of Oriental and African Studies, the V&A Museum, the Royal Asiatic Society and the Oriental Rug and Textile Society. He is the author of Indian Tiles (Prestel, 2021).

Praise for Decorating with Carpets:
“No element in a room is as important as a carpet, and no firm has more beautiful, creative, and original carpets than Stark. Decorating with Carpets brilliantly showcases the full range of Stark floor coverings, offering inspiration and ideas to dream of — and to use. Stark carpets are in every one of my projects — and this sumptuously illustrated book shows why. Page after page of amazing carpets in superbly decorated rooms — years of inspiration. A must for every designer, architect, and aficionado of the best in interior design.” — Howard Slatkin

"Learn the luxe language of carpets — from Aubusson and Axminster to Savonnerie and dhurrie — in this lavish tribute to the largest, most expensive design element in many rooms." — House & Home

"Decorating with Carpets: A Fine Foundation is truly a gem! This visually delightful book demonstrates the importance of carpets in the world of interior design. . . . This fabulous volume shouldn't be missed. Highly recommended to every designer and design aficionados!" — Mix and Chic

"Decorating with Carpets is a great resource on carpets with discussions on types, patterns and textures, but the hundreds of pages of beautiful spaces by renowned designers also make it a real treasure trove of interior design." — From the Right Bank

"Photos capture a range of delectably-decorated interiors, all done by top-notch designers. . . .  If you're like me and appreciate Stark for its notable history, then you will likely find this book a worthy addition to your library." — The Peak of Chic

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In decoration, a carpet’s influence is never outsized. In fact, more than any other element of a room, and as the largest and most expensive component of any design scheme, the effect a carpet has on a space is every bit as great as its size. Decorators have long recognized the importance of a fine carpet, its impact on the colours and textures of a space, its contribution to creating an atmosphere, its feel of luxury, and, with the best examples, its lasting value.

Despite their essential role as the bedrock of any design scheme, beautiful carpets have lived in the shadows of recognition. Decorating with Carpets: A Fine Foundation aims to change that oversight, tapping the extensive and remarkable archive of Stark Carpet for interior design’s greatest examples.

Over the course of its 75 years, Stark Carpet, the premier purveyor of carpets to the trade in the country, has worked with the each era’s most notable designers, from Billy Baldwin and Dorothy Draper to Sister Parish and Albert Hadley to Mark Hampton and Mario Buatta to contemporary leading lights such as Diamond Baratta, Victoria Hagan, Katie Ridder, and Stephen Gambrel. These designers offer imaginative solutions to practical problems ranging from the selection of appropriate carpeting for high-traffic areas, such as stairs and corridors, to using faux wild cat and fawn motifs to unify colour and design, and countless other challenges.

Carpets produced by Stark demonstrate decorating trends at their highest level. Decorating with Carpets: A Fine Foundation delves into types of carpets (Oriental, Aubusson, Savonnerie, Dhurrie, French velour, Moroccan, French Petit and Gros Point, Portuguese and Greek needlework, Axminster, Wilton, flatweave, hand-carved) and explores patterns (geometrics, florals, plaids, animal prints) and textures, illustrating all through the work of the most talented American designers. Decorating with Carpets: A Fine Foundation promises be the definitive book on carpet, a handsome, richly illustrated volume that, like its subject, captures great beauty and has timeless value.

About the Authors:

Heather Smith MacIsaac is a New York-based critic, editor, and writer. A long-time contributor to Elle Decor, House & Garden, and AD, she is the author of Vendome’s Lars Bolander’s Scandinavian Style and Katie Ridder Rooms.Ashley Stark is creative director of Stark Carpet, Inc.
Chad Stark is senior vice president of Stark Carpet, Inc.

More than 4,500 objects on 415 plates illustrate a remarkable variety of decorative ironwork from Roman times to the 19th century. Drawn from a rare 1924 source by a noted scholar and collector, it runs the gamut from door knockers and grilles to jewelry and religious symbols.
Reprint of the J. Schemit, Paris, 1924 edition.

Beautiful hand-wrought iron gates, grilles, architectural details, and fireplace equipment feature scrollwork and floral embellishments, from many ancient towns in Italy.

Medieval and rococo elements are plentiful.

487 full-page, black and white photographs illuminate details that will inspire blacksmiths and designers today.

The original locations of the ironwork are identified in the text.

Who can resist the magic of beautiful wrought ironwork? What artists in iron have wrought over the centuries in ornaments and decorations is shown in this book through hundreds of captivating photographs. Thorough attention is paid to the restoration of wrought iron through discussions of techniques and various materials.

The ironwork examples are organized according to the uses of ironwork, such as gratings that protect doors and windows, entries and gates from Europe in the Middle Ages, through the artistic creations of the 17th and 18th centuries up to works of our own day.

Balconies and stairways, arbors, fencing, and church gratings provide exceptional opportunities for beautiful wrought iron artistry. Look and learn, and be inspired.

Le but de ce livre est de faire découvrir le décor àtravers les siècles, depuis l’Antiquité jusqu’à la deuxième moitié du XIXesiècle. Les nombreux documents reproduits montrent les différentes formes dedécors dont on peut s’inspirer pour réaliser sa propre composition. Suivent desexplications techniques pour la réalisation du ou des décors tels que la prisede mesures, la confection des rideaux, la coupe des décors, la suspension dudécor et le métrage.

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Le décor dans l'Antiquité. Le Moyen-Age. De la Renaissance à Louis XIV. De la Régence à l'Empire. Le XIXe siècle. Le XXe siècle. Le décor drapé. La draperie à l'Antiquité. Les festons. Rideaux relevés à l'italienne. Les choux Storemarquise. Store vénitien. Rideau croisé. Le métrage. Les rideaux. Les têtes derideau. Les rideaux doublés. Pose de la passementerie. Bandeau et lambrequin.L’embrase. La suspension des décors. Le montage des tringles.

Dans cet ouvrage, Pascal Amblard vous ouvre les portes de trois demeures de caractère dans lesquelles il a créé des décors muraux dont la variété n'a d'égal que la qualité d'exécution. Ce parcours d'une pièce à l'autre vous procurera des émotions esthétiques que peut-être vous n'auriez pas imaginé ressentir face à des décors muraux. La richesse de l'iconographie ainsi que la précision des textes vous permettront d'approfondir votre compréhension de cet art. Pascal Amblard vous invite à partager les pahses du travail qui sont habituellement ignorées du grand public, ses recherches, ses recettes. Une telle découverte de l'art des peintres décorateurs n'avait jamais été proposée sous cette forme. Le plaisir de l'œil y rejoint celui de l'esprit.

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Hôtel particulier à Fontainebleau : décor mural de style XVIIIe, interprétation contemporaine des dessins de Léonard de Vinci, décor de treillage en trompe l’oeil. Villa Claudinon : plafond orné style Louis XV, grotesques, panneaux décoratifs d’inspiration 1900, décor de statues classiques. Château Lagallée : salon Directoire, salon à décor panoramique, bibliothèque baroque. Galerie.

One of the most striking and beautiful aspects of any room can be its fireplace. This superb volume is the ultimate guide to latest materials, products and styles in fireplaces and wood and gas-burning stoves. Packed with over 450 full-colour photos, it provides expert advice on all aspects of fireplaces and fuel-burning stoves.It also includes: tips on how to choose the right fireplace or woodstove; advice on how to treat the fireplace as a decorating element; expert information on all aspects of fireplace safety; and, much more!

The colors black and white have for centuries represented inimitable luxury and unparalleled glamour. Think of tuxedos and little black dresses, or beautifully styled interiors featuring a mix of high white period ceilings and black, mid-century modern furniture.
Designers have known about the power of this impeccable pairing for years, and these monochromatic tones are again at the forefront of international design.

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Kit Kemp is back with another colourful and exciting interiors book that showcases her unique approach to design.

For over 20 years, Kit Kemp has been at the forefront of the international design community, developing a signature style which mixes contemporary works of art by both well-known artists and unknowns -- all of whom paint with soul as much as skill -- with Kit's own furniture designs, antiques and junk shop finds, all set against a layered backdrop of luxurious fabrics, bespoke wallpapers and hand-finished detailing which creates instant impact. In Design Thread, Kit shares the inspiration behind her creative process: whether it's a house in the country or a city pied-a-terre, a hotel suite or beach bar, her unique eye for design shines through. Kit considers every element of her interiors in detail, each one treated as a work of art in its own right, with an emphasis on creating personal, authentic, handcrafted spaces which capture the imagination and stand the test of time.

Alongside the stunning images of room sets and detailed close-ups, from her hotels to her private residences, there will be great insight into the inspirations behind Kit's work, including her design collaborations.

About the Author:

Award-winning interior designer Kit Kemp is known for her stylish and witty interiors. With her husband, Tim, she owns Firmdale Hotels, a group of luxury hotels in London and New York, including The Whitby Hotel which opened in New York in 2017. She has collaborated with prestigious brands around the world, including tableware for Wedgwood, furniture and accessories for Anthropologie, fabrics and wallpapers for Christopher Farr, Chelsea Textiles and Andrew Martin, and carpets for Wilton Carpets. She has also created the RIKRAK range of bath and body products