November 20, 2009
New Arrivals · Home Decorating
These titles were recently added to the collection of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County.
Redeeming features : a memoir
November 17, 2009
Haslam, Nicholas.
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
viii, 338 p., [16] p. of plates : ill. ; 25 cm.
From British interior designer Haslam comes a dazzling and witty account of afrenetic and full life--from the 1940s to the present--in Europe and America, in a crowd of friends and acquaintances that includes a who's-who of culturalicons.
Includes index.
Beautiful kitchens.
November 12, 2009
Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley ; Chichester : John Wiley [distributor], 2009.
191 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Better Homes and Gardens Beautiful Kitchens The kitchen is the heart of the home-the place where family and guests always seem to end up. With that in mind, Beautiful Kitchens introduces you to dozens of exquisite spaces. Each kitchen fulfills the primary role of functionality, yet also answers today's call for comfort and elegance. Let the hundreds of stunning photographs and insight from the homeowners and design professionals behind these well-appointed rooms inspire your dream kitchen.
All new bathroom idea book
November 5, 2009
Soria, Sandra S.
Newtown, CT : Taunton Press, c2009.
218 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
There's no doubt: the bathroom is the most renovated room in the house. Loaded with over 360 full-color photographs from today's leading designers and architects, All New Bathroom Idea Book is the one-stop design guide for homeowners and contractors working with any budget or style. Practical and progressive, Sandra Soria's inspiring revision of this best-selling classic tackles it all: bathtubs and showers; toilets and sinks; storage solutions; lighting and heating; and fine finishes for floors, walls, and ceilings. And size is not an obstacle. Remodels featured in the book embrace tiny half-baths, medium-size his-and-hers, and plenty of luxurious home spas. So arm yourself with the best advice and inspiration. Every bathroom redesign should start with this eye-opening book.
Tile designs : more than 100 ready-to-use tiling patterns
November 4, 2009
Adam, Leila, 1959-
Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2009.
157 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm.
Detailed color illustrations show ready-to-use tiling patterns with guidance on how to use the patterns and easy mosaic techniques to create original patterns.Includes a brief section on how to lay tile.
Design rules : the insider's guide to becoming your own decorator
November 2, 2009
Griffin, Elaine (Elaine Joaquina)
New York : Gotham Books/Penguin Group, c2009.
xv, 253 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
The essential do-it-yourself guide, "Design Rules" reveals the tips and tricks used by the pros. Griffin explains how to use their techniques to create flowing, balanced, gorgeous design. Illustrations throughout.
Spaces you live in -- Dining rooms -- Bedrooms -- Powder rooms -- Kitchens -- Bathrooms -- Foyers and entryways -- Basements -- Laundry rooms -- Window treatments -- Flooring, carpeting, and area rugs -- Color cheat sheet.
Includes index.
House beautiful colors for your home : 300 designer favorites.
October 21, 2009
New York : Hearst Books, c2008.
288 p. : col. ill. ; 19 cm.
Includes indexes.
The comfortable home : how to invest in your nest and live well for less
October 21, 2009
Gold, Mitchell.
New York : Clarkson Potter/Publishers, 2009.
224 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Design partners Gold and Williams share their insights on achieving a happy state of living through clever and inspired home design, with an emphasis on achieving serenity via a thoughtful balance of form and function. Full-color photos throughout.
Includes index.
Wallpaper : a history of styles and trends
October 20, 2009
Thibault-Pomerantz, Carolle.
Paris : Flammarion, c2009.
239 p. : ill. ; 33 cm.
Wallpaper was initially used as an affordable substitute for lavish coverings, such as frescoes, tapestries, leathers, or hangings. Its current form debuted in sixteenth-century England, and its popularity took off at the end of the eighteenth century following advances in reproduction techniques. Wallpaper transformed the world of interiors, offering depth and perspective, creating the illusion of panoramic vistas, and incorporating narrative sequences, collections of engravings, or brief morality or history lessons. It eventually developed into the wide range of styles that have marked four centuries of decorative art, from Raphael to conceptual art, and from frescoes to photography. This stunning contribution to wallpaper's current revival offers a comprehensive review of a savoir faire that continues to thrive.
"Translated from the French by Deke Dusinberre and Carolle Thibault-Pomerantz"--T.p. verso.
Woman's handiwork in modern homes
October 20, 2009
Harrison, Burton, Mrs., 1843-1920.
New York : Charles Scribner's Sons, 1881.
xii, 242 p. : ill. (part col.) ; 21 cm.
Copy in Genealogy & Local History Dept., Cincinnati Room, bound in brown library cloth.
Includes index.
Style and substance : the best of Elle decor
October 8, 2009
New York : Filipacchi, c2009.
240 p. : chiefly col. ill. ; 29 cm.
"Style and Substance" offers a unique look at hundreds of dazzling rooms the magazine has showcased during its first two decades. Illustrations throughout.
French interiors : the art of elegance
October 5, 2009
Nicolay-Mazery, Christiane de.
Paris : Flammarion ; [New York?] : Distributed in North America by Rizzoli International, c2008.
258 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Waterside cottages
October 2, 2009
Jacksier, Barbara.
Salt Lake City : Gibbs Smith, c2009.
160 p. : col. ill ; 26 cm.
Jacksier, an editor and writer for design and living magazines, describes the interior characteristics of coastal cottages and showcases 13 dwellings, including cottages, bungalows, and a boathouse, through color photos by photographer Dan Mayers. She details their casual design approaches, color choices, and use of patterns, simple motifs, and sea themes and materials and vintage pieces, with descriptions by owners about their decorating choices. Annotation©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Welcome to the water's edge -- Boathouse on the river -- By the beautiful sea -- Island refuge -- Tropical paradise -- Harbor view haven -- Petite retreat -- Lakeside living -- Vintage inspiration -- White house -- Sunset lagoon -- Making waves -- Back river beauty -- Beach bound -- Coastal reflections.
The well-dressed home : fashionable design inspired by your personal style
September 25, 2009
Tatum, Annette.
New York : Clarkson Potter/Publishers, 2009.
255 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Sure to delight fans of "Project Runway" and "Top Design, The Well-Dressed Home" shows how to translate favorite wardrobe influences into stylish home dcor. 350 full-color photographs.
Preface -- Introduction -- Pt. I. Runway to room. Gathering inspiration -- Translating color, pattern, and texture -- Pt. II. Design style guide. Romantic -- Couture -- Classic -- Casual -- Bohemian -- Retro -- Modern -- Eclectic -- Vintage -- Eco -- Pt. III. Mixing fashionable home décor. Royal charm : Couture/Bohemian -- Homecoming queen : Vintage/Casual -- Smooth transition : Retro/Modern --Conscientious retreat : Eco/Bohemian -- Island noir : Resort/Modern -- Man of the house : Classic/Casual -- Earthly elegance : Eclectic/Modern -- La vie en rose : Romantic/Bohemian -- Natural instincts : Eco/Eclectic -- Bouquet fresh : Casual/Romantic -- Life imitates art : Eclectic/Modern -- Summer camp : Retro/Resort -- - The artist's way : Modern/Bohemian -- Safe harbor : Resort/Casual -- A formal affair : Classic/Couture -- Rhythm and blues : Eclectic/Bohemian -- Cooking with color : Retro/Casual -- Compact chic : Modern/Classic -- Second-hand rose : Vintage/Romantic -- Spirit in the sky : Eco/Bohemian.
Includes index.
Rooms to remember : the classic interiors of Suzanne Tucker
September 24, 2009
Tucker, Suzanne.
New York : Monacelli Press, c2009.
254 p. : col. ill. ; 32 cm.
Country color : perfect palettes for every room
September 17, 2009
Miller, Judith, 1951-
New York : Vendome Press, 2009.
176 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Beautiful bedrooms.
September 16, 2009
Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, 2009.
192 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Your bedroom should be a sanctuary--a place to relax and escape from life's stresses. In "Beautiful Bedrooms," real-life luxury bedrooms give you inspiring ideas to add the style and comfort you desire in your own rooms. Browse through hundreds of gorgeous color photographs showcasing high-end bedrooms from around the country and get advice on how to transform your own master or guest bedroom into the ultimate retreat.
Before & after decorating.
September 16, 2009
Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, c2009.
215 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Give your home a fresh, new look. Transform rooms from boring to beautiful with paint, fabric, new window treatments--even new furniture. Learn how to make the most of what you have to bring new style to outdated spaces, improve storage and function, and add luxury to ordinary rooms. Whether you're decorating a new home or redecorating an existing one, you'll find hundreds of exciting ideas to help you infuse every room with your personal style. 43 dramatic transformations including living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, baths, and home offices 3 home tours showing how to solve common decorating problems and unify spaces 26 do-it-yourself projects such as embellishing ready-mades, applying decorative paint treatments, making an ottoman, upholstering a headboard, and installing a tin ceiling practical decorating tips and advice for making old rooms look new and small spaces feel large
"Ideas to refresh every room"--Cover.
Includes index.
Kitchen ideas.
September 16, 2009
Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, c2009.
143 p. : col. ill ; 28 cm.
Affordable ideas for turning any kitchen into an inviting and functional space This book is your guide to designing the kitchen of your dreams. It offers a survey of kitchen trends, ideas for enhancing existing floor plans, advice on how to mix and match materials, and tips on how to achieve a look for less. Whether you're looking to spruce up your kitchen with simple cosmetic refreshes or completely transform your kitchen with a major remodel, you can turn to "Kitchen Ideas" for Hundreds of inspiring ideas in a variety of decorating styles Floor plans and clever storage ideas that maximize space in a small kitchen Budget-minded tips for bargain hunters Featuring traditional to contemporary kitchen designs and a wide variety of layouts, cabinets, fixtures, and countertops, this value-priced book has everything you need to create a beautiful kitchen.
Includes index.
"Your affordable dream book."
How to start a home-based interior design business.
September 16, 2009
Phillips, Nita.
Guilford, Conn. : Globe Pequot Press, 2009.
vii, 197 p. : charts, forms ; 24 cm.
Learn how to develop a business plan, estimate your start-up costs, price your services, and stay profitable once you're in business. Read all about getting clients and referrals, outshining the competition, bidding competitively, establishing your daily schedule, organizing your business, getting paid, and much more.
Includes index.
Speed decorating : a pro stager's tips and trade secrets for a fabulous home in a week or less
September 16, 2009
Vegas, Jill.
Newtown, CT : Taunton Press, Inc., c2009.
202 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Staging a house for resale? Planning a party? A college roommate calling to say she's in town? Speed Decorating is the ultimate guide to making a house look great fast. Professional stager Jill Vegas offers a wealth of down and dirty decorating advice that can turn any room in the house from blah to beautiful in just a handful of days. Based on years of professional experience, Jill reveals her seven staging essentials flow, light, color, clutter, condition, cleanliness, and lifestyle and takes readers on a high-energy house tour bursting with her invaluable insider advice. In this current economic environment, selling a house is more difficult than ever. Plus, more people are entertaining at home to save money. Speed Decorating couldn't be timelier.
A welcoming entry -- A living room for all occasions -- The cook's kitchen -- A dining room with style -- The luxurious bedroom -- Is it a bath or a spa? -- Beyond curb appeal.
Includes index.
Shabby chic interiors : my rooms, treasures, and trinkets
September 16, 2009
Ashwell, Rachel.
London : Cico, 2009.
1 v. : col. ill. ; 30 cm.
With rooms combining flea-market finds and objects of pure functionality, this book celebrates all that is wonderfully Shabby Chic. Photographs throughout.
Best magazine.
September 11, 2009
Cincinnati, OH : Maverick Publications, c2005-
v. : ports., col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Each issue features homes and residents of various Cincinnati neighborhoods. Generally issued 3 times per year at varying intervals. Neighborhoods that are featured again highlight different homes and people in the subsequent issues. Without ISBN, ISSN, or specific month on issues.
[v. 1] 2005. The homes and people of Hyde Park -- [v. 2] 2005. The homes and people of Indian Hill -- [v. 3] 2006. Greater Cincinnati's fabulous kitchens -- [v. 4] 2006. The homes and people of Wyoming & Glendale -- [v. 5] 2006. The homes and people of Hyde Park, Mt. Lookout & East Walnut Hills -- The homes & people of Anderson Township -- [v. 6] 2007. The homes and people of Mariemont & Terrace Park -- [v. 7] 2007. The homes and people of Montgomery -- [v. 8] 2007. The homes and people of Indian Hill -- [v. 9] 2008. The homes & people of Mt. Lookout -- [v. 10] 2008.The homes & people of East Walnut Hills -- [v. 11] 2008. The homes & people of Hyde Park -- [v. 12] 2009. The homes & people of Indian Hill -- [v. 13] 2009 The homes & people of Anderson Township - [v. 14] 2009. Fantastic views: The homes & people of greater Cincinnati --
Marianne Sandhage, editorial director, 2005-
"Volume 5. Issue 1" - Cover of Vol. [13]. Previous issues have no vol. or issue information.
150 best bathroom ideas
August 28, 2009
New York : Collins Design, c2009.
599 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Showcasing an extensive collection of full-color photographs, "150 Best Bathroom Ideas" provides an in-depth review of exemplary bathroom designs created by internationally renowned architects and designers who have achieved innovative and stunning solutions adapted to the specific needs and tastes of their clients. Included here are the most attractive, functional, and cost-effective bathroom designs from around the world, all approached in a practical and artful manner. These beautiful pages explore the most attractive and reliable materials, lighting, floor, wall, and window treatments, along with a wealth of ideas for the shower, toilet, sink, and bathtub. An essential reference, and the latest in the popular and inspirational "150 Best" series, this lush volume covers the diversity of current trends and is a wonderful source ideas for the homeowner, designer, interior decorator, and architect.
First published in 2008.
Glamorous rooms
August 26, 2009
Showers, Jan.
New York : Abrams, 2009.
207 p. : col. ill. ; 31cm.
"Glamorous Rooms "showcases the elegant eclecticism of renowned designer Jan Showers's interiors, including many projects unpublished until now. Illustrated with dazzling photography, Showers's accessible and useful design tenets will inspire readers to create their own luxurious yet relaxed homes. Showers's attention to detail seamlessly blends Hollywood high style, midcentury modernism, and classic 18th-century French styles with the local flavors of St. Barth's, Paris, and Rome. Her modern and timeless interiors, never overdone, have earned her a dedicated fan base of top designers, celebrities, and power brokers from Palm Beach to Del Mar. A must-have addition to any design enthusiast's library, "Glamorous Rooms "is sure to be an instant classic.
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