The Finer Things

Description

With a foreword by Miles Redd, this lavish decorating resource trains the eye to recognize quality, durable household items and use them with a stunning design effect.

Quality matters. In the same way that the foundations of a house must be built to withstand the passage of time, the furniture, objects and elements of our rooms must also transmit a lasting sensation of beauty and comfort. They must last longer than trends and our loving daily use. But how do you recognize quality and judge whether something is well done?

Christiane Lemieux set out to answer this question by interviewing the best experts in the world. Weaving the ideas and guidance of dozens of wallpaper and paint specialists, textile manufacturers, accessory artisans, and interior designers, Lemieux has cured an unrivaled education in recognizing the hallmarks of timeless quality pieces. Hundreds of elegant home interiors, iconic examples from the past, and impressive residences today, represent the range of luxurious and personalized settings that can be created with elegant decor.