Classic Contemporary

Name: Classic Contemporary
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780500517833
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The DNA of Furniture Design

By Tim Gosling

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Classic Contemporary by Tim Gosling explores the fusion of historical design with modern tastes in interior decoration and furniture making. Drawing on his renowned expertise, Gosling delves into styles from the 18th to the 20th century, including Regency, Victorian, Art Deco, and Modernism, revealing how these influences can be skillfully adapted for today’s homes. The book offers a detailed look at Gosling's craftsmanship, inspired by British traditions, and his creative responses to diverse architectures worldwide.
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This book is ideal for enthusiasts of interior design, furniture craftsmanship, and architectural history, as well as professionals seeking inspiration from classic and modern styles.

Tim Gosling is a British interior designer with an reputation for designing interiors and crafted furniture for a range of public and private clients. This book showcases Gosling's work and gives the historical context for his designs, with archive drawings and photographs of the work of architects and designers whose work he admires.

Classic contemporary design by one of the UK’s leading interior designers

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Tim Gosling has an international reputation for designing exquisite interiors and beautifully crafted furniture for a range of public and private clients. Whether it is a Georgian town house or a Victorian mansion, a Venetian penthouse or a Florida residence, Gosling's response to the architecture as well as to the needs of those who commission him results in a look that is both classic and contemporary. Every element is produced using the finest materials and to the most exacting standards by highly skilled British craftsmen.

In Classic Contemporary, Gosling discusses his historical sources, from the 18th century to the 20th, as well as the work of his contemporaries that have influenced him and his work. By analysing in DNA-type depth what made historic styles so successful, so long lasting and often so beautiful, he is able to show how they can be adapted for contemporary tastes.

Through these pages, Regency, Victorian, Art Deco or Modernism can be viewed in a new light, resulting in a book that provides a unique insight into the work of one of today's most popular and respected designers.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

House and Garden praises Gosling as "an authoritative guide, whose passion for craftsmanship, materials and creative expression shine through the lively text." Designer Kitchen and Bathroom highlights how the book "portrays Regency, Victorian, Art Deco and Modernism in a new light," showcasing their reinterpretation for a creatively rich interior design future.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500517833

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 November 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: With 235 illustrations in colour and black and white

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 255.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 1900g

Pages: 240

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Tim Gosling

About the Author

Tim Gosling is a British furniture designer and interior designer. He formed his company Gosling Ltd in 2005, designing bespoke furniture and combining traditional materials, craftsmanship with technology and contemporary interpretations of historical designs.