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The Iconic Interior

1900 to the Present
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The Iconic Interior offers a vivid journey through over a century of spectacular interior design, showcasing more than 100 remarkable spaces worldwide. The book highlights the work of renowned artists, fashion designers, architects, and set designers, including Piero Fornasetti, Alvar Aalto, Marc Newson, and Matthew Williamson. Arranged chronologically, it features striking colour photography and concise texts that bring each design's story to life, covering styles from minimalism and Art Nouveau to complex Gesamtkunstwerk creations.
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This book is ideal for interior design aficionados, art and architecture lovers, and anyone inspired by creative living spaces across history.

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100 of the world’s most important and influential interiors, by some of the great talents of the 20th and 21st centuries.

100 of the world's most important and influential interiors, by some of the great talents of the 20th and 21st centuries

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This compact volume features over 100 of the most spectacular interiors from across the world, spanning the entire 20th century to the present day. It includes interiors assembled by artists and fashion designers, architects, interior and set-designers, bringing together diverse design talents from Piero Fornasetti to Alvar Aalto, Marc Newson and Matthew Williamson.

Twenty short profiles are presented in the introduction, with a single iconic photograph and a concise, informative text; the interiors are arranged by chronological order, with superb colour photography and texts recounting the stories of these remarkable designs.

Representing every style from minimalism and Art Nouveau to Gesamtkunstwerk creations that defy definition, these interiors are elegant compositions that will endure.

Series: Iconic House Series

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The Iconic Interior has garnered praise for its depth and visual splendour. World of Interiors celebrates it as a definitive guide to styles ranging from West Coast Modernism to Art Deco. The Sunday Telegraph calls it a compelling must-have for interiors enthusiasts, while BBC Culture describes it as a thumping tome exploring the evolution of extraordinary homes. Wallpaper highlights its remarkable craftsmanship and vibrant photography.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500023334

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Edition: New Edition

Illustration: 600 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Photographs by Richard Powers
  • Photographs by Richard Powers

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 208.0mm

Height: 224.0mm

Weight: 1580g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Dominic Bradbury is a journalist and writer specializing in architecture and design. He is the author of many books on the subject, including Mountain Modern, New Brazilian House, Vertical Living, Mid Century Modern Complete, Mediterranean Modern, New Natural Home and The Iconic House, all published by Thames & Hudson. Richard Powers specializes in interiors, architecture and the built environment. His books include Beyond Bawa and New Natural Home, both published by Thames & Hudson.

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