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Atmosphere: The Seven Elements of Great Design
Hardcover
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ISBN13: 9781419730764
Publisher: Abrams Books
Published: Mar 12 2019
Pages: 272
Weight: 4.00
Height: 1.20 Width: 9.50 Depth: 11.70
Language: English
What transforms a beautiful room into an unforgettable one?
Acclaimed interior designer James Howard reveals the secrets behind creating homes that feel as extraordinary as they look.
Drawing on decades of experience designing sophisticated residences across the United States, Howard breaks down great interiors into seven essential elements, showing how light, color, texture, scale, architecture, furnishings, and personal objects work together to create a powerful sense of atmosphere.
Filled with stunning photography from some of Howard's most celebrated projects, Atmosphere is both an inspiring design showcase and a practical guide to creating rooms that reflect the people who live in them. Whether your style is classic, contemporary, or somewhere in between, Howard demonstrates how thoughtful details, layered textures, and meaningful collections can transform any space into a home with warmth, character, and enduring appeal.
More than a decorating book, Atmosphere explores the emotional power of design. Howard shows how exceptional interiors engage the senses, encourage comfort, and create a feeling of belonging. His approach moves beyond trends and formulas to focus on the qualities that make a room feel timeless, welcoming, and distinctly personal.
Lavishly illustrated and rich with professional insight, this oversized volume is an essential resource for homeowners, interior design enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to create beautiful, personality-filled spaces.
You can feel the sense of atmosphere in the rooms Jim creates. He is a master of making rooms magically come alive. --Newell Turner, Editorial Director, ELLE Décor, House Beautiful, Veranda
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