We create something very satisfying when we make the place we live in express our taste, interests, and personalities..." (from the Introduction)

{HISTORY}

Beautifully bound in a design taken from 18th-century wallpaper found in Colonial Williamsburg this 1954 interior design book is tremendous in scope of content. 1950's decorating tastes and styles may greet you at the surface of this book, but dive into the content of its pages and you'll soon discover classic, simple, uncomplicated decorating advice that defies age.  

Color, balance, personality, and proportion are the building blocks of putting together a great room that is beautiful, comfortable and timeless. Step-by-step, through pictures, history, reference materials and worksheets Elizabeth guides home decorators towards designing and laying out their ideal home spaces for all rooms of the house, kitchen included. It is chock-full of colorful mid-century interiors as well as reference diagrams on all types of historical styles and design aesthetics ranging from American Traditional to French Provencal. Topics addressed include furniture, lighting, storage, floor coverings, textiles, architecture, wall art, accessories, color arrangement, and composition as well as a detailed glossary and index. 

{SPECIAL FEATURES}

- Large coffee-table size

- Clean, bright appearance

- Un-used worksheets

- Gorgeous cover featuring oak leaves and acorns

- 22 chapters, 237 pages, illustrated throughout

{CONDITION}

In wonderful vintage condition. There are a few small, light beige smudge marks on a couple of pages and some light water stains in the corners of a few pages but other than that this book has been wonderfully cared for over 60 years. All pages are intact, spine is tight and illustrations are bright and clear.

{SIZE} 

Measures 10.5" inches (width) x 13.75" inches (length) x .6" inches (depth)

{WHY IT IS MARVELOUS}

It's a fantastic reference tool and useable guide for any design lover!

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Ladies Home Journal Book of Interior Decoration by Elizabeth T. Halsey. Published by Curtis Publishing Company, Philadelphia and Doubleday & Company, Philadelphia. 1954. 237 pages.