Part of The Time-Life Encyclopedia of Gardening series, this practical guide by James Underwood Crockett details fundamental principles for residential landscape design and planning. The book covers site analysis, space layout, plant selection (trees, shrubs, and groundcovers), hardscaping elements (patios, walks, and retaining walls), and ongoing maintenance strategies to create balanced, func…
Edited by visual merchandising expert Martin M. Pegler, this commercial retail showcase highlights innovative store architecture and interior design trends of the 1990s. Part of The Library of Applied Design series, the book presents photographic case studies of global retail spaces—including fashion boutiques, specialty shops, and department stores—analyzing lighting strategies, material c…
Authored by renowned interior designer Mary Gilliatt, this practical home setup manual guides readers through the essential stages of decorating and furnishing a living space. The text covers spatial planning, color scheme and lighting selection, functional furniture choices, budgeting strategies, and space-saving solutions tailored to create efficient and aesthetically pleasing home environments.
Written by Allison Kyle Leopold with photography by Edward Addeo, this reference showcase celebrates Victorian decorative arts and collecting culture. Featuring detailed historical insights and full-color photographs of Victorian keepsakes, furniture, glass, and curiosities, the book serves as a practical and romantic guide for identifying, preserving, displaying, and integrating 19th-century a…