| Author |
Wood, Grace |
| Author |
Burbank, Emily |
| Title |
The Art of Interior Decoration
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Stan Goodman, Karen Dalrymple, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team
|
| Summary |
"The Art of Interior Decoration" by Grace Wood and Emily Burbank is a guidebook focused on the principles and techniques of interior design, likely written in the late early 20th century. This book serves as an instructional manual for those interested in creating aesthetically pleasing living spaces, covering various styles, colors, and furnishings in a way that emphasizes personal expression and harmony within a room. At the start of the book, the authors introduce foundational concepts that govern the art of interior decoration. They emphasize the importance of visual harmony through line and color while advocating for a practical approach to interior decor that includes rearranging, creating, and utilizing personal objects in a thoughtful way. The opening chapters outline methods for effectively using space, selecting and arranging furniture, understanding color schemes, and implementing decor without compromising functionality or comfort. There is a clear encouragement for individuals to develop their taste and style through experimentation and personal involvement in their decorating process. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
|
| Subject |
Interior decoration
|
| Subject |
Furniture
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14298 |
| Release Date |
Dec 8, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
179 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
