Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Excellent ideas and inspirational content...., 26 Sep 2002
This is a must for everyone attempting to renovate or decorate a period building. It is always daunting; respecting the age, style and feel are never easy and often tricky. This book provides an inspirational and honest companion when designing or approaching tasks. Having a concise insight to the past, a "bench mark" allows you to inject your character while maintaining a consistent respect and theme throughout the house. Read, Create and have fun!

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Excellent ideas and inspirational content...., 26 Sep 2002
This is a must for everyone attempting to renovate or decorate a period building. It is always daunting; respecting the age, style and feel are never easy and often tricky. This book provides an inspirational and honest companion when designing or approaching tasks. Having a concise insight to the past, a "bench mark" allows you to inject your character while maintaining a consistent respect and theme throughout the house. Read, Create and have fun!

not enough information on sitting rooms/lounges, 14 Nov 2007
I was disapointed with this book, it has more detail relating the outside
of the house than the inside.
i bought it looking for inspiration for a redecoration project on our
lounge and it didn't have enough pictures to give me the inspiration i was looking for.

Essential Reading, 26 Feb 2004
Six months into the restoration of a 1909 Edwardian house, I couldn't recommend this book highly enough. There are substantial differences between the Edwardian & Victorian styles, as well as confusing similarities. This book is invaluable for guidance and a great source of inspiration.
Whilst it cannot cover everything it should be your first point of reference.

Highly recommended for anyone restoring Edwardian home, 10 Dec 2002
Well written with beautiful photos.

This has been a vital reference book for our 3 year project to refurbish our 1905 in Worcestershire, UK.

The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that many of the pictures of stained glass designs are in B/W. We had to get a lot of stained glass remanufactured, so we had to guess colours.

Edwardian House Style, 19 Jun 2002
I have just purchased an Edwardian home which until I read this book thought was very similar to the Victorians - Not so! The book quite clearly sets apart the architecture and lifestyle differences between the two eras.

The chapters are well categorised into useful sections. The photos and illustrations were very comprehensive and it was nice to see the contrasts between UK and American architecture of that time. Illustrations from catalogues of the day were both amusing and useful.

From a renovating point of view this book has truly inspired me. I can now recognise the difference between Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces, furniture and iron work! The only unfortunate realisation this book brought home to me is that my house no longer contains some of the fantastic features typical of this era, to which I will endeavour to put back!

Ace reference book on Edwardian decoration and architecture, 11 Dec 2000
I have an Aussie Edwardian home (here it falls into the Federation Era architecture) and want to know how to decorate it.

This book had heaps of excellent photographs of Edwardian houses from the UK and America (but sadly few, if any from Oz). But my favourite parts were the drawings or sketches from catalogues of the day. The commentry is useful too.

The chapters deal with different regions of the house: exterior; hallway; bedrooms; fittings etc. It also had a helpful index of places where you can buy period bits and pieces for you home. This coveres UK, USA and Australia. For Oz at least it was sufficiently up to date.

The reason why it didn't get 5 stars is there wasn't quite enough for me on living rooms, and I couldn't find any pictures of Aussie houses.

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Excellent ideas and inspirational content...., 26 Sep 2002
This is a must for everyone attempting to renovate or decorate a period building. It is always daunting; respecting the age, style and feel are never easy and often tricky. This book provides an inspirational and honest companion when designing or approaching tasks. Having a concise insight to the past, a "bench mark" allows you to inject your character while maintaining a consistent respect and theme throughout the house. Read, Create and have fun!

not enough information on sitting rooms/lounges, 14 Nov 2007
I was disapointed with this book, it has more detail relating the outside
of the house than the inside.
i bought it looking for inspiration for a redecoration project on our
lounge and it didn't have enough pictures to give me the inspiration i was looking for.

Essential Reading, 26 Feb 2004
Six months into the restoration of a 1909 Edwardian house, I couldn't recommend this book highly enough. There are substantial differences between the Edwardian & Victorian styles, as well as confusing similarities. This book is invaluable for guidance and a great source of inspiration.
Whilst it cannot cover everything it should be your first point of reference.

Highly recommended for anyone restoring Edwardian home, 10 Dec 2002
Well written with beautiful photos.

This has been a vital reference book for our 3 year project to refurbish our 1905 in Worcestershire, UK.

The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that many of the pictures of stained glass designs are in B/W. We had to get a lot of stained glass remanufactured, so we had to guess colours.

Edwardian House Style, 19 Jun 2002
I have just purchased an Edwardian home which until I read this book thought was very similar to the Victorians - Not so! The book quite clearly sets apart the architecture and lifestyle differences between the two eras.

The chapters are well categorised into useful sections. The photos and illustrations were very comprehensive and it was nice to see the contrasts between UK and American architecture of that time. Illustrations from catalogues of the day were both amusing and useful.

From a renovating point of view this book has truly inspired me. I can now recognise the difference between Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces, furniture and iron work! The only unfortunate realisation this book brought home to me is that my house no longer contains some of the fantastic features typical of this era, to which I will endeavour to put back!

Ace reference book on Edwardian decoration and architecture, 11 Dec 2000
I have an Aussie Edwardian home (here it falls into the Federation Era architecture) and want to know how to decorate it.

This book had heaps of excellent photographs of Edwardian houses from the UK and America (but sadly few, if any from Oz). But my favourite parts were the drawings or sketches from catalogues of the day. The commentry is useful too.

The chapters deal with different regions of the house: exterior; hallway; bedrooms; fittings etc. It also had a helpful index of places where you can buy period bits and pieces for you home. This coveres UK, USA and Australia. For Oz at least it was sufficiently up to date.

The reason why it didn't get 5 stars is there wasn't quite enough for me on living rooms, and I couldn't find any pictures of Aussie houses.

Georgian delights, 28 Nov 2002
When I ordered Georgian House style, I did not know what to expect. We are renovating an old Georgian Lock Keepers House, so needed major help on the Architectural and Interior Design features for the house. This we have found to are delight in this book, it is a constant source of help and information which is needed so we can restore our lovely old house to her former glory.

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Excellent ideas and inspirational content...., 26 Sep 2002
This is a must for everyone attempting to renovate or decorate a period building. It is always daunting; respecting the age, style and feel are never easy and often tricky. This book provides an inspirational and honest companion when designing or approaching tasks. Having a concise insight to the past, a "bench mark" allows you to inject your character while maintaining a consistent respect and theme throughout the house. Read, Create and have fun!

not enough information on sitting rooms/lounges, 14 Nov 2007
I was disapointed with this book, it has more detail relating the outside
of the house than the inside.
i bought it looking for inspiration for a redecoration project on our
lounge and it didn't have enough pictures to give me the inspiration i was looking for.

Essential Reading, 26 Feb 2004
Six months into the restoration of a 1909 Edwardian house, I couldn't recommend this book highly enough. There are substantial differences between the Edwardian & Victorian styles, as well as confusing similarities. This book is invaluable for guidance and a great source of inspiration.
Whilst it cannot cover everything it should be your first point of reference.

Highly recommended for anyone restoring Edwardian home, 10 Dec 2002
Well written with beautiful photos.

This has been a vital reference book for our 3 year project to refurbish our 1905 in Worcestershire, UK.

The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that many of the pictures of stained glass designs are in B/W. We had to get a lot of stained glass remanufactured, so we had to guess colours.

Edwardian House Style, 19 Jun 2002
I have just purchased an Edwardian home which until I read this book thought was very similar to the Victorians - Not so! The book quite clearly sets apart the architecture and lifestyle differences between the two eras.

The chapters are well categorised into useful sections. The photos and illustrations were very comprehensive and it was nice to see the contrasts between UK and American architecture of that time. Illustrations from catalogues of the day were both amusing and useful.

From a renovating point of view this book has truly inspired me. I can now recognise the difference between Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces, furniture and iron work! The only unfortunate realisation this book brought home to me is that my house no longer contains some of the fantastic features typical of this era, to which I will endeavour to put back!

Ace reference book on Edwardian decoration and architecture, 11 Dec 2000
I have an Aussie Edwardian home (here it falls into the Federation Era architecture) and want to know how to decorate it.

This book had heaps of excellent photographs of Edwardian houses from the UK and America (but sadly few, if any from Oz). But my favourite parts were the drawings or sketches from catalogues of the day. The commentry is useful too.

The chapters deal with different regions of the house: exterior; hallway; bedrooms; fittings etc. It also had a helpful index of places where you can buy period bits and pieces for you home. This coveres UK, USA and Australia. For Oz at least it was sufficiently up to date.

The reason why it didn't get 5 stars is there wasn't quite enough for me on living rooms, and I couldn't find any pictures of Aussie houses.

Georgian delights, 28 Nov 2002
When I ordered Georgian House style, I did not know what to expect. We are renovating an old Georgian Lock Keepers House, so needed major help on the Architectural and Interior Design features for the house. This we have found to are delight in this book, it is a constant source of help and information which is needed so we can restore our lovely old house to her former glory.

pretty piece of classic kidston, 14 Apr 2008
I was thrilled to learn that Cath Kidston was bringing out a new book, having been so disappointed buying "vintage tips" and finding out it was a recycling of her first book,"vintage style", I was hoping for something completely different from her.

The books' layout is lovely with vintage prints forming the background to the easy to read text which tells you how use scraps and pieces of printed fabric for projects around the home...even how to make some of Caths' latest offerings for sale in her shop. The back section is particulary good in that it explains where to look for all these fantastic vintage fabrics and gives you sewing tips and full instructions to make the items featured.

Although the book is visually stunning, (Pia Tryde takes gorgeous photos of Caths' home) some of the photos have been used before in her other books or catalogues which is a little disappointing.

This is a lovely Cath Kidston "coffee table" book which would make a great present for a follower of her distinct style!

(this article has been copied from the 'In Print' s/b book reviewed anonymously by me in Nov 2005)

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Excellent ideas and inspirational content...., 26 Sep 2002
This is a must for everyone attempting to renovate or decorate a period building. It is always daunting; respecting the age, style and feel are never easy and often tricky. This book provides an inspirational and honest companion when designing or approaching tasks. Having a concise insight to the past, a "bench mark" allows you to inject your character while maintaining a consistent respect and theme throughout the house. Read, Create and have fun!

not enough information on sitting rooms/lounges, 14 Nov 2007
I was disapointed with this book, it has more detail relating the outside
of the house than the inside.
i bought it looking for inspiration for a redecoration project on our
lounge and it didn't have enough pictures to give me the inspiration i was looking for.

Essential Reading, 26 Feb 2004
Six months into the restoration of a 1909 Edwardian house, I couldn't recommend this book highly enough. There are substantial differences between the Edwardian & Victorian styles, as well as confusing similarities. This book is invaluable for guidance and a great source of inspiration.
Whilst it cannot cover everything it should be your first point of reference.

Highly recommended for anyone restoring Edwardian home, 10 Dec 2002
Well written with beautiful photos.

This has been a vital reference book for our 3 year project to refurbish our 1905 in Worcestershire, UK.

The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that many of the pictures of stained glass designs are in B/W. We had to get a lot of stained glass remanufactured, so we had to guess colours.

Edwardian House Style, 19 Jun 2002
I have just purchased an Edwardian home which until I read this book thought was very similar to the Victorians - Not so! The book quite clearly sets apart the architecture and lifestyle differences between the two eras.

The chapters are well categorised into useful sections. The photos and illustrations were very comprehensive and it was nice to see the contrasts between UK and American architecture of that time. Illustrations from catalogues of the day were both amusing and useful.

From a renovating point of view this book has truly inspired me. I can now recognise the difference between Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces, furniture and iron work! The only unfortunate realisation this book brought home to me is that my house no longer contains some of the fantastic features typical of this era, to which I will endeavour to put back!

Ace reference book on Edwardian decoration and architecture, 11 Dec 2000
I have an Aussie Edwardian home (here it falls into the Federation Era architecture) and want to know how to decorate it.

This book had heaps of excellent photographs of Edwardian houses from the UK and America (but sadly few, if any from Oz). But my favourite parts were the drawings or sketches from catalogues of the day. The commentry is useful too.

The chapters deal with different regions of the house: exterior; hallway; bedrooms; fittings etc. It also had a helpful index of places where you can buy period bits and pieces for you home. This coveres UK, USA and Australia. For Oz at least it was sufficiently up to date.

The reason why it didn't get 5 stars is there wasn't quite enough for me on living rooms, and I couldn't find any pictures of Aussie houses.

Georgian delights, 28 Nov 2002
When I ordered Georgian House style, I did not know what to expect. We are renovating an old Georgian Lock Keepers House, so needed major help on the Architectural and Interior Design features for the house. This we have found to are delight in this book, it is a constant source of help and information which is needed so we can restore our lovely old house to her former glory.

pretty piece of classic kidston, 14 Apr 2008
I was thrilled to learn that Cath Kidston was bringing out a new book, having been so disappointed buying "vintage tips" and finding out it was a recycling of her first book,"vintage style", I was hoping for something completely different from her.

The books' layout is lovely with vintage prints forming the background to the easy to read text which tells you how use scraps and pieces of printed fabric for projects around the home...even how to make some of Caths' latest offerings for sale in her shop. The back section is particulary good in that it explains where to look for all these fantastic vintage fabrics and gives you sewing tips and full instructions to make the items featured.

Although the book is visually stunning, (Pia Tryde takes gorgeous photos of Caths' home) some of the photos have been used before in her other books or catalogues which is a little disappointing.

This is a lovely Cath Kidston "coffee table" book which would make a great present for a follower of her distinct style!

(this article has been copied from the 'In Print' s/b book reviewed anonymously by me in Nov 2005)

gorgeous little book, 17 Jul 2006
I love Pawson work and loved this compact little book - all his best projects are examined and the essays by people who know him lend real insight. And the best bit about growing up in a Pawson house according to his step daughter?? Being able to skid the whole length of in in your socks of course...

thiiiin book, 26 Apr 2005
First of all this is a book of good photographs, no plans and a compilation of so-so easays. What strikes me at first glance are the credits for the Neuendorf house, both Pawson and Silvestrin (his minimalist first partner) claim it is their own creation and both do not acknowledge the others collaboration. It is time to clear this issue specialy with all the gossip involved in the book.
It is obvious that this is a book about John Pawson, but is it necesary to remind us every two lines? Dejan Sudjic, who has a good standing as an architectural critic, ran Domus for a long while etc. can't stop writting Pawson. This is a small book with huge blank spaces: there are not more than 5-6 words per line and Pawson written down every 5-6 lines .
The essays are by some known critics, artists, a neighbour, a step daughter. It is noteworthy to say that the most fresh and clear where done by the less architecturaly versed writers. The neighbour and step child are worth reading, the others are full of current architectural shop-talk, praise and triple adjectives.

Absolutely Brilliant, 04 Apr 2003
A really great tour through all the ages of architecture & interior design. Goes through all the ages from egyptian through to modern. Brilliant illustrations - mostly in colour. Ideal for any student, or anyone with a passing fancy in interiors. Great buy!

A must read for budding interior designers, 10 Dec 2001
For any up and coming interior designer, history is a very important subject to learn. This book includes all information needed, from Ancient Greece to 20th Century designs. You will not be disapointed. Probably the only history book you will ever need.

Fabulous book, 29 Sep 2007
I am currently considering doing an Interior Design diploma course as a career change and wanted a book that would provide with a good introduction to the subject. This book does just that. It provides an excellent introduction to the subject. I would highly recommend this to someone who wants to find out more about the subject.

Every Architecture student should have a copy., 15 Mar 2001
This book is an excellent read. Provides and absolutely excellent generalisation of the job of an Architect and his/her day-to-day duties. This book is one that offers advise rather than tells you the right from wrong and touches upon the main points of the aspects of the Architects job and the people he/she will work with without snowing you under with technical information. This is a book that EVERY Architecture student or new Architect could make great use of. I'm an Architecture student and it's probably the most useful book I have read in my time at university.

Excellent ideas and inspirational content...., 26 Sep 2002
This is a must for everyone attempting to renovate or decorate a period building. It is always daunting; respecting the age, style and feel are never easy and often tricky. This book provides an inspirational and honest companion when designing or approaching tasks. Having a concise insight to the past, a "bench mark" allows you to inject your character while maintaining a consistent respect and theme throughout the house. Read, Create and have fun!

not enough information on sitting rooms/lounges, 14 Nov 2007
I was disapointed with this book, it has more detail relating the outside
of the house than the inside.
i bought it looking for inspiration for a redecoration project on our
lounge and it didn't have enough pictures to give me the inspiration i was looking for.

Essential Reading, 26 Feb 2004
Six months into the restoration of a 1909 Edwardian house, I couldn't recommend this book highly enough. There are substantial differences between the Edwardian & Victorian styles, as well as confusing similarities. This book is invaluable for guidance and a great source of inspiration.
Whilst it cannot cover everything it should be your first point of reference.

Highly recommended for anyone restoring Edwardian home, 10 Dec 2002
Well written with beautiful photos.

This has been a vital reference book for our 3 year project to refurbish our 1905 in Worcestershire, UK.

The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that many of the pictures of stained glass designs are in B/W. We had to get a lot of stained glass remanufactured, so we had to guess colours.

Edwardian House Style, 19 Jun 2002
I have just purchased an Edwardian home which until I read this book thought was very similar to the Victorians - Not so! The book quite clearly sets apart the architecture and lifestyle differences between the two eras.

The chapters are well categorised into useful sections. The photos and illustrations were very comprehensive and it was nice to see the contrasts between UK and American architecture of that time. Illustrations from catalogues of the day were both amusing and useful.

From a renovating point of view this book has truly inspired me. I can now recognise the difference between Victorian and Edwardian fireplaces, furniture and iron work! The only unfortunate realisation this book brought home to me is that my house no longer contains some of the fantastic features typical of this era, to which I will endeavour to put back!

Ace reference book on Edwardian decoration and architecture, 11 Dec 2000
I have an Aussie Edwardian home (here it falls into the Federation Era architecture) and want to know how to decorate it.

This book had heaps of excellent photographs of Edwardian houses from the UK and America (but sadly few, if any from Oz). But my favourite parts were the drawings or sketches from catalogues of the day. The commentry is useful too.

The chapters deal with different regions of the house: exterior; hallway; bedrooms; fittings etc. It also had a helpful index of places where you can buy period bits and pieces for you home. This coveres UK, USA and Australia. For Oz at least it was sufficiently up to date.

The reason why it didn't get 5 stars is there wasn't quite enough for me on living rooms, and I couldn't find any pictures of Aussie houses.

Georgian delights, 28 Nov 2002
When I ordered Georgian House style, I did not know what to expect. We are renovating an old Georgian Lock Keepers House, so needed major help on the Architectural and Interior Design features for the house. This we have found to are delight in this book, it is a constant source of help and information which is needed so we can restore our lovely old house to her former glory.

pretty piece of classic kidston, 14 Apr 2008
I was thrilled to learn that Cath Kidston was bringing out a new book, having been so disappointed buying "vintage tips" and finding out it was a recycling of her first book,"vintage style", I was hoping for something completely different from her.

The books' layout is lovely with vintage prints forming the background to the easy to read text which tells you how use scraps and pieces of printed fabric for projects around the home...even how to make some of Caths' latest offerings for sale in her shop. The back section is particulary good in that it explains where to look for all these fantastic vintage fabrics and gives you sewing tips and full instructions to make the items featured.

Although the book is visually stunning, (Pia Tryde takes gorgeous photos of Caths' home) some of the photos have been used before in her other books or catalogues which is a little disappointing.

This is a lovely Cath Kidston "coffee table" book which would make a great present for a follower of her distinct style!

(this article has been copied from the 'In Print' s/b book reviewed anonymously by me in Nov 2005)

gorgeous little book, 17 Jul 2006
I love Pawson work and loved this compact little book - all his best projects are examined and the essays by people who know him lend real insight. And the best bit about growing up in a Pawson house according to his step daughter?? Being able to skid the whole length of in in your socks of course...

thiiiin book, 26 Apr 2005
First of all this is a book of good photographs, no plans and a compilation of so-so easays. What strikes me at first glance are the credits for the Neuendorf house, both Pawson and Silvestrin (his minimalist first partner) claim it is their own creation and both do not acknowledge the others collaboration. It is time to clear this issue specialy with all the gossip involved in the book.
It is obvious that this is a book about John Pawson, but is it necesary to remind us every two lines? Dejan Sudjic, who has a good standing as an architectural critic, ran Domus for a long while etc. can't stop writting Pawson. This is a small book with huge blank spaces: there are not more than 5-6 words per line and Pawson written down every 5-6 lines .
The essays are by some known critics, artists, a neighbour, a step daughter. It is noteworthy to say that the most fresh and clear where done by the less architecturaly versed writers. The neighbour and step child are worth reading, the others are full of current architectural shop-talk, praise and triple adjectives.

Beautiful and intelligent book, 24 Jan 2008
This book is the only one written about the subject which is so current at the moment. It is lavishly illustrated, beautifully designed and intelligently written by someone who is clearly an expert on the subject. What I like about this book is that the erudite text is just as compelling as the photos and illustrative material. So many interior design/ fashion books have pretty pictures and drivel for text with the expectation being that nobody will read it anyway. This is well worth reading. Absoloutely recommended.

Beautiful book! , 17 Dec 2007
This book is beautifully illustrated. It gives you a broad view of fashion and makes you start to see style all around you, even if you don't think you're the stylish type! It's a very interesting read - insightful, wide ranging, academic but accessible. If you just want it for the images and for inspiration though, it is easily the haute-couture of coffee table books.

Gorgeous to look at and fascinating to boot!, 11 Dec 2007
I was big a fan of this author's book 'Boutique' and so I was pleased to see she's written another - and this one is equally as insightful and interesting. The subject is an important and fascinating one - you often read about this cross fertilization in magazine editorials but rarely is the subject covered in such an engaging and substantial manner. The pictures too are ravishing - some wonderfully detailed photography which perfectly illustrate the points made by the author. I'd wholeheartedly recommend this book for fans of magazines such as World of Interiors or Elle Dec as well as fashion students and readers of Grazia!