Elizabeth Wihide Livres

The second specially photographed book from the BBC's Top Ratings Hit The Repair Shop, in which theexperts explain the importance of heirloom restoration crafts.

Now in paperback, this celebration of one of the world's most popular and innovative modern designers is a reasonably priced, comprehensive, and thoroughly illustrated survey of the artist's life and work. Here we are treated to magnificent Mackintosh sketches, paintings, and etchings, as well as photographs of his buildings, interiors, furniture, glasswork, fixtures, ironwork, tile, sculpture, kitchenware, fabrics -- even such novelties as a tea room menu, a grandfather clock, and a rustic garden gate. Author Elizabeth Wilhide explores the artist's early days, his inspiration and education, and his later works of mastery, as well as many of his lesser-known pieces. In addition, she includes a valuable list of Mackintosh sites to visit abroad. With interest in the Arts and Crafts style at an all-time high, and major exhibitions of Mackintosh work touring throughout 1998, this is a solid addition to any design and decor collection.

Rich, natural colours, light airy rooms and simple wooden furniture are all radical principles of the Arts and Crafts movement pioneered by Morris. This guide presents a variety of simple and cost-effective ways of creating a "Morris" style that will complement any modern living space.

Elizabeth Wilhide presents a complete compendium of materials for home design - from the familiar to the cutting edge. Each entry looks at the different domestic uses for the material as well as providing information on wear and tear and advice on care.

This guide to period decorating gives an introduction to the great stylistic movements, from early styles to Georgian and Art Deco. It describes the best methods of recreating each one using architectural details, fabrics, finishes, colours and furniture, as well as ornaments and artworks.

A series of projects aimed at those with little time to spare for decorating.

Scandinavian Modern was the most influential and enduring design movement of the 20th century, dominating the international scene in the 1950s and continuing to shape the way we live today. Architects and designers from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland, were responsible for a range of contemporary homes, furniture, textiles, ceramics, glassware, and other products that defined an entire approach to modern post-war living. What characterizes Scandinavian Modern is its approachability; the use of natural materials and organic forms combined with clean lines and attention to basic practicality and comfort. Scandinavian Home demonstrates this elegant, yet informal design at its best and most accessible.

Living in a small space is no excuse for cramped quarters or a lack of style. This handy guide provides instructions on making the most of available space and demonstrates how careful consideration and a unique approach can turn any room into a luxurious accommodation. Clever design strategies that clear up usable floor area and produce better spatial quality are included along with a slew of tried and tested ways to making a small space appear bigger through the use of decoration and furnishings.

This overview of French interior design, from ultra-modern Parisian apartments to cool Provencal interiors, analyzes what constitutes true French style and suggests ways of creating versions of continental style in your own home under three main headings - purity, contrasts and harmony.