Terence Conran's New House Book: The Complete Guide To Home Design [Paperback]

Terence Conran (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 31, 1999

More than 1,000 photos showcase elegant ideas for restoring interiors. Learn what to do before decoration starts, including assessing a home, putting in adequate storage, and adding heating, wiring, and plumbing. “Excellent resources...speaks to all issues surrounding home design.” —Christian Science Monitor.

Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (December 31, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1840911123
• ISBN-13: 978-1840911121
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,210,034 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #69 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Expert Advice > Terence Conran

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars 20,000 ft. view, August 28, 2000

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Richard C. Morgan (Palo Alto, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Terence Conran's New House Book: The Complete Guide To Home Design (Paperback)

I was hoping to get insights from the mind of an interior design artist. My disappointment grew as I made my way through the book. I did not once stop to ponder on advice that was given, I read about simplistic rules, "the use of space is important", "functionality over conventionality". The book is filled with photos but no unifying text that brings a flow of ideas. I would only recommend this book if you want a condensed "how-not-to" book. Otherwise, keep browsing and please let us know of any good finds.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice reference book, October 25, 2000

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secrethalo (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Terence Conran's New House Book: The Complete Guide To Home Design (Paperback)

Although the text can be a bit tedius at times, this is a good reference book for building a home. I have been searching for a book like this for sometime. While I expected this to be directed a bit more towards the decorating aspect of the home, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it answered many of my questions concering home building. Not a complete reference, but a great start nonetheless.