Interior design (Page 9)

The selection of design posts and articles about the last 150 years of Interior Design offers a comprehensive overview of the evolution of this field. From the Victorian era to the present day, these resources provide insights into the changing styles, materials, and techniques that have shaped interior design.

The posts and articles cover various topics, including the rise of Art Deco in the 1920s, the mid-century modern movement of the 1950s and 60s, and contemporary trends in sustainable design. They also explore how interior design has been influenced by cultural shifts, such as the rise of mass production and globalization.

By examining these historical trends and contemporary developments, designers can gain a deeper understanding of their craft and develop new approaches to creating beautiful and functional spaces that reflect their client’s needs and preferences.

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Athena Calderone is a renowned design expert and interior designer who shares her knowledge and connections with interior decorators, fashion designers, and tastemakers from around the world in her book Live Beautiful. Calderone delves into the inspiration behind each homeowner’s design journey and provides practical tips on how to incorporate these sophisticated elements into your own living space. The book features beautiful photography by Nicole Franzen and serves as a valuable resource for creating a thoughtfully designed home.Read More →

Designing Coffee Cover Art

The coffee industry has ignited a cultural and creative movement, leading to the creation of unique and imaginative coffee shops. “Designing Coffee” provides guidance on how to create a unique space that reflects individuality.Read More →

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Isamu Noguchi designed the first of his lamps to be produced by traditional construction methods in Gifu, Japan, known for its manufacture of lanterns and parasols made from mulberry bark paper and bamboo. Akari is handcrafted with washi paper from the inside bark of the mulberry tree and bamboo ribbing stretched across sculptural moulded wood shapes.Read More →

Interior of Newark Works in Bath, designed by Buro Happold as part of a flagship regeneration project featuring open spaces, industrial design elements, and collaborative work areas. Image by TCN.

Buro Happold’s Newark Works project focuses on flexible, sustainable office designs supporting hybrid work. Their strategies enhance health, wellbeing, and operational efficiency for modern work environments.Read More →

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Traditional interior design is a style that began in Europe between the 18th and 19th centuries. Classic, elegant, timeless, and formal are words that describe it. It takes ideas from this time in history and reinterprets them in a modern way, making a polished and well-curated home that feels timeless and has no expiration date. It can be similar to transitional interiors, but traditional interiors use a more classic design. The art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome inspired people in Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries. Read More →

Nursery wall art that inspires creativity

The art in a nursery can have different effects on a child. For example, it can make the room feel warm and calm, encourage visual learning, and make the child feel safe and secure. It can also inspire older kids to make their own versions of the art, giving them a chance to develop their artistic skills and try new things.Read More →

Alastair Morton textile

Morton joined his family’s Morton Sundour Fabrics in 1931 and oversaw the company’s first screen-printed fabrics. He was the artistic director and principal designer of Edinburgh Weavers in Carlisle, which was established in 1928 as Morton Sundour’s creative design unit from 1932 to 1935. From the 1930s, he was a supporter of the Modern movement, commissioning works from well-known painters and artists.Read More →