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Jamie Drake's New American Glamour

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At last! A book describing the new master of design at work. For the many fans of Drake's work, waiting for this book for years, it was well worth the wait. The modern maximalist distills his broad magic to a few core principles, instructing us how to get the Drake look on our own. The contradictions of his approach-the clean lines, the saturated hues, the old world luxury, the modern efficiency-all come together to create what is exactly as he describes, the new American glamour. Clearly, Drake is leading the pack. Well done!

The Orlando Sentinel called this "a study of sophisticated style with touches of what we see as Hollywood Glam." Think gold and satin and curves. I like adding a few glamour touches to a room, but guess I'm not ready to redecorate the whole house like a Hollywood scene. If you like oversized accessories and bright colors, this is the book for you.
Another book to consider is Modern Glamour: The Art of Unexpected Style by Kelly Wearstler.

This is a great book for anyone interested in "glam". Once you read you understand why Jamie is so highly acclaimed. He is not bashful to share his knowledge with those of us who are self taught decorators. I highly recommend this book. The photograph's are awesome.

MR. DRAKE MUST BE A FUN PERSON TO KNOW....HIS INTERIORS ARE VERY, VERY COLORFUL AND FUN TO LOOK AT ..I WOULD NOT WANT TO LIVE DAY TO DAY WITH ALL THAT BUT IT'S FUN TO KNOW HIS CLIENTS LIKE TO LIVE THAT WAY....THE COVER OF THE BOOK IS VERY CREATIVE JUST LIKE THE MIND OF MR. DRAKE ...LOOK AT THE BOOK ON A CLOUDY,RAINY DAY AND YOUR SPIRITS WILL BE LIFTED.......

Jamie isn't fond of beige or bland interiors and it shows in this new book. Very well executed and photographed. The cover is made of vinyl in a shagreen look. Very nice. I wish more publishers would do this.

I bought this book at Borders and I love the way this book is laid out, I even like the cover and the leather feel. The pictures are bright and colorful. I love Jamie Drakes' designs!!!!

photograghy is beautiful. the context is very brief in description of the various furniture, lighting, and other objects. loved jamie drake's personal stories of his life which lead him to be the great designer and artist he truly is.

From the cover to the last page there was nothing I didn't love. I was warmly brought into Drake's world by the sweet memoir-like background and explanations given. He is wonderfully specific about what he's included and why. You do not have to be a a fan of the flashy or particularly modern style to appreciate the luster of his look and find elements to emulate in your own home.

This elegant tome beautifully tells us how to think through design in all it's aspects from color to shape, form and texture. It is not only visually stunning, but a very worthwhile read. Love his drawings as inspirations.

The images in Jamie Drake's New American Glamour are fabulous. I have been fortunate enough to be in one of his rooms. I particular like the fact the he included a lot of colored sketches of his ideas for rooms and then we get to see the finished room. This is a fabulous picture book for interior inspirations.