Description
Book SynopsisSuccessful interior design requires resolving a multitude of logistical and creative problems to produce a coherent, functional and aesthetically pleasing environment. This book, the first of its kind, tackles the problem from a theoretical approach and not in the conventional how-to or inspiring ideas fashion. Categorising design into nine key elements, including space, light, display, storage, and offering new terminology to describe each area, the author breaks new ground in the field of interior design in an approach that brings vitality and clear communication to a misunderstood and often free-wheeling design discipline.
Drawing on more than 45 years'' experience as an interior designer, Anthony Sully provides the ultimate resource in insight and explains best practices from interpreting a client''s brief, to analysing the building, to setting up a design team and work schedule plus a host of other practical aspects. Peppered through this toolkit are illustrations and e
Trade Review
A true educational reference. Although the book is accessible to the established practitioner it is especially relevant to students and startup businesses in the interior design sector. It combines the many and intricate facets of the interior design profession and offers great content for further exploration. I am sure it will create to any interior design student a fundamental guideline along their educational endeavors. * ID-Sphere *
Table of Contents
Preface Acknowledgements Introduction Part 1 Clarification 1. The Present Situation 2. Definition of Terms Part 2 Body and Measurement 3. Human Form 4. Geometry & Proportion Part 3 Visual Understanding 5. Perception 6. Expression & Meaning Part 4 Design Process 7. Theoretical Basis for Design Process 8. Searching for Codes 9. Conclusion Glossary Bibliography Index
