Influential Styles: From Baroque to Bauhaus-Inspiration for Today's Interiors [Hardcover]

Judith Miller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2003

Influential Styles demonstrates how some of the world's most talented designers create gorgeous interiors that are historically influenced, yet fresh and relevant as ever. Covering the main design influences from medieval times to today, each chapter begins with an introduction to each style, accompanied by an overview of the architectural, furnishing, and decorative details that typified the interiors of that period-for example, moldings and columns, colors and furniture shapes, porcelain and china. Next, scores of dazzling photos of real homes display these styles in a modern setting, such as the simplicity and practicality that's a throwback to Shaker; vibrant colors and fabrics that echo Victoriana; and white walls, chrome, and dashes of color that scream art deco. This invaluable reference tool provides a wealth of creative inspiration for anyone who wants to capture the art, architecture, and visual drama of a period style in any room of their own home.

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About the Author

Judith Miller started collecting antiques in the late 1960s when studying at Edinburgh University. Her knowledge of antiques grew and in 1979 she was cofounder of the best-selling Miller's Antiques Price Guide. A regular contributor to newspapers and magazines, she is cohost of BBC TV's The House Detectives. She resides in North London.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Watson-Guptill (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823025276
• ISBN-13: 978-0823025275
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #259,331 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #41 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Interior Design > Style

More About the Author

Judith Miller began collecting in the 1960s while a student at Edinburgh University in Scotland. She has since extended and reinforced her knowledge of antiques and design through international research, becoming one of the world's leading experts in the field. In 1979 she co-founded the international bestseller Miller's Antiques Price Guide and has since written more than 100 books, which are held in high regard by collectors and dealers. Judith Miller appears regularly on TV and radio. She is an expert on the BBC's "Antiques Roadshow" and co-hosts the popular BBC TV series "The House Detectives," "ITV's "Antiques Trail," and Discovery's "It's Your Bid." She has appeared on "The Martha Stewart Show" and CNN. She is a regular lecturer and contributor to numerous newspapers and magazines, including Financial Times, BBC Homes & Antiques and House & Garden. She has lectured extensively, including at the V&A in London and the Smithsonian in Washington.