Living Modern: The Sourcebook of Contemporary Interiors by Phyllis Richardson.
From New York to the Gold Coast, Phyllis Richardson has scoured the planet for fine examples of design-conscious contemporary interiors. Her finds sum up the characteristics of modern design. These are creative environments with a fluid arrangement of space that adapt easily to modern living. Elements are often juxtaposed, with bold patterns on wallpaper and upholstery sitting beside simple and natural décor. The result is interiors that speak of harmony and balance. Comprising ten chapters, the book works through a series of elements with which modern interiors are created. This includes “Place,” where the interior’s relationship to its setting is explored, and “Style,” focusing on themes such as rustic and sleek minimal.
Phyllis Richardson, Thames & Hudson, 2010, 368 pp. RRP $65.00.
