Living Retro
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| Rating | : | 4.31 (587 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1845976142 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 159 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-14 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
ANDREW WEAVING is the owner of Century in London, a gallery which specializes in mid-century modern design. . He is co-author of the bestselling Modern Retro (published by Ryland Peters & Small), which has now sold more than 70,000 copies. Andrew has homes in London, Essex, and Sarasota, Florida
He is co-author of the bestselling Modern Retro (published by Ryland Peters & Small), which has now sold more than 70,000 copies. . Andrew has homes in London, Essex, and Sarasota, Florida. About the Author ANDREW WEAVING is the owner of Century in London, a gallery which specializes in mid-century modern design
philippe said Two Stars. So so. "Mix and Serve: Modern / Living / Retro / Furniture, episode ???" according to Steve Schuh. “Decorating with midcentury modern furniture” could be the tagline of about a dozen titles by this author, photographer, and publisher, together and separately. This reprint of the 2008 installment of the Andrew Weaving franchise continues the theme with 17 Architectural Digest-type articles – part homeowner story, part interior design advertisement – showcasing modernist furniture in several residential settings, from factory conversions to mid. "A Book With SOUL !" according to PAUL HUNT. This book rivals Amy Lau's book Expressive Modern and is a great addition to my library. Inspiring pictures and information on the furniture and accessories displayed. Now let me pop over to Amy's book and write a review :)
In this glorious book, Andrew Weaving visits 18 inspiring and varied locations that showcase the Living Retro style. From the cerebral elegance of mid-century modern and the spare simplicity of Scandinavian retro design to the flamboyant opulence of the 1970s, retro interiors still exert enormous appeal. A glorious celebration of vibrant twentieth-century design, color, and pattern, Living Retro offers a privileged glimpse into a selection of fabulous retro-inspired homes around the world, from Palm Springs to Paris. Take a tour of a minimalist loft in London, admire the spare simplicity of Scandinavian midcentury modern and enjoy the colorful, playful chic of Palm Beach in the 1960s – the carefully chosen locations around the globe illustrate the many facets of a look that ranges from sophisticated glamour to pared-down elegance.. Our passion for retro style shows no signs of fading