The Abrams Guide to Period Styles for Interiors

By Richard Olsen and Judith Gura

Book Overview

This elegantly produced compact desk-and-field reference combines unprecedented depth of content with unparalleled ease of use, making it the only book of its kind that will be indispensable to both the home style-conscious layperson and the seasoned design professional. Each of the book's thirty-two color-coded featured styles are presented in concise texts that present the history of the particular style and a detailed discussion of its hallmarks, followed by a bullet-pointed list of typical characteristics that one should be aware of, a meticulously chosen selection of striking representative images (soft and hard furnishings), and a characteristic color palette and fabric swatch. Further distinguishing this volume is its unprecedented consideration of the various sub-styles of the Modern period, including International Style, Midcentury Modern, Italian Modern, Scandinavian Modern, and Sixties Style - what are today the trendiest of all the period styles.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0810959143
• ISBN13: 9780810959149
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: ABRAMS
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 2.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 7.1" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Wow! Every interior designer should have one!

Hey! I love this book. It has all the different era's of interiors and furniture an Interior Designer should know. You need this book.

Pleasantly Surprised!

I ordered this book having never seen it - based soley upon the reviews and description (which was risky). I must say, however, that when I received the book I was pleasantly surprised! It is a nice size (to carry to project sites - it is not too large), yet it has a ton of information packed into it's 424 pages. Beautifully assembled and high quality of printing. Many color photos. Separates each period, gives examples of colors for the period, home furnishing examples and architectural details.

Well Written and Expert Photography

The perfect reference book. Judith knows her stuff and doesn't mince words when trying to relate distinctive styles. Expert comparisons and differences between periods and countries. I've had the pleasure of having Judith as an instructor at NYSID. Superb photography.

Abrams Period Styles for Interiors

Beautifully conceived and designed, with great images and concise cogent texts. An engaging introduction to elite furniture and interior styles.

fantastic

a beautiful and intricate look at the period styles from the baroque to modern looks. Very interesting and high quality pictures. I also liked the inclusion of palettes and swatches.