Big Book of Kitchen Design Ideas (Schiffer Design Book) [Paperback]

Tina Skinner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1998 | Series: Schiffer Design Book

More than 300 big, full-color photographs of stunning kitchens provide an encyclopedic resource of design ideas for homeowners, designers, and contractors. The kitchen designs presented here include award winning designs and fancy product showcases designed for many of the nation's leading manufacturers of cabinetry, countertops, windows, appliances, and floors. Many styles of kitchens are covered, from contemporary and country, to classic European looks, early American, retro, and art deco designs. Special needs are addressed for elderly and handicapped users, as well as design issues faced by families with young children. There are designs for people who entertain frequently, and for those who need the kitchen to serve every purpose--from home office to dining room, to laundry room. The book is designed as a reference library for the do-it-yourselfer, or as a bank of illustrations to share with a designer or contractor when seeking the right look for your old or new home. A reference guide at the back of the book lists manufacturers and designers ready and eager to help you on your way to creating the perfect heart for your home.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Bouknight provides a comprehensive look at kitchen design, discussing planning, cabinets, shelves, countertops, appliances, flooring, and light. Information on the choices with the advantages and disadvantages of each is provided. What makes this book especially useful are the numerous photographs that illustrate how all these materials have been used in actual kitchens. Skinner has compiled a picture book of kitchens, dividing the photographs, primarily supplied by product manufacturers, into chapters that cover contemporary, country, classic, and retro styles, and ending with a section of the National Kitchen and Bath Association's design award winners. Bouknight's book makes a perfect complement to Jan Weimer's Kitchen Redos, Remodels & Replacements (LJ 9/15/97) and is a good choice for public libraries and interior design collections.
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About the Author

Tina Skinner is a professional writer and editor specializing in design books. Her other home improvement titles with Schiffer Books include Pure Deck-adence: A Guide to Beautiful Decks, Outdoor Wood Works: With Complete Plans for Ten Projects, Redwood Decks: Ideas and Plans for Contemporary Outdoor Living, and 20th Century Bathroom Design by Kohler

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing (September 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764306723
• ISBN-13: 978-0764306723
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #655,982 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Not as expencted, January 14, 2012

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The book looks like a good resource to design our kitchen remod. In reality, the book was published almost 15 years ago. Most of the views were dated or not very attractive. I expected there to be some good design guidelines to help layout a new kitchen. It is only a picture book.

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed, November 29, 2011

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I must have clicked on the wrong book of the several I was reviewing. This is not the book I wanted. It has no information about the basics of kitchen layout and design. It consists primarily of pictures that are of limited usefulness for selecting a look (many of the pictures appear to be very dated) nor are they helpful in choosing the size and shape of a kitchen. In fact, the pictures are of poor quality. My advice -- don't waste your money on this book. It is not helpful in any way. We recycled it.....

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5.0 out of 5 stars Full color up to date kitchen ideas!!!, August 13, 2001

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This review is from: Big Book of Kitchen Design Ideas (Schiffer Design Book) (Paperback)

This is the book we were searching for! It's loaded with pictures of up to date kitchen ideas. We are planning on redoing our kitchen and this book will be very helpful! I think it is well worth the price!