Luminous Interiors: The Houses of Brian McCarthy
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.90 (530 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1617690430 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-17 |
| Language | : | English |
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McCarthy is a member of Elle Decor's A-List, and his work has been featured in many publications, including House Beautiful, Elle Decor,New York Magazine (100 Best), the New York Times, and Veranda, as well as in several books.. Additionally, he has designed an array of stunning private residences, many for clients so high profile they wish to remain anonymous. About the AuthorA former partner of the legendary design firm Parish-Hadley, award-winning designer Brian J. James. McCarthy graduated from New York City's Pratt Institute and has worked on projects around the world. In 2005, McCarthy designed the private quarters and refurbished the State Rooms in Winfield House, the official residence of
McCarthy graduated from New York City's Pratt Institute and has worked on projects around the world. McCarthy is a member of Elle Decor's A-List, and his work has been featured in many publications, including House Beautiful, Elle Decor,New York Magazine (100 Best), the New York Times, and Veranda, as well as in several books.. Additionally, he has designed an array of stunning private residences, many for clients so high profi
"Spectacular" according to Joe G. Wonderful book with great pictures. What an eye for detail. Great antique/vintage furniture often paired with great contemporary art.. The Best of Everything What becomes a legend most? Who is Brian McCarthy? Having just read the wonderful forward by Bunny Williams - I now know he's a force - a tour de force. I received my copy today from Amazon. Mr. McCarthy has produced a stunning book of his work. Each project carefully photographed and his commentary included along the way. Decorators always use too much of the same looks and objets. McCarthy truly adapts to the clients' wishes. You can tell. The pages are beautifully produced and the settings are beyond stunning. The best part of all of this is that nobody knows. Luminous Interiors: A Very Light Art Cornelia Why buy a book when you can hire Brian J. McCarthy to give you a taste of the eighteenth century, a segue into Modernism, a look at Neo-Gothic, or a bronze crocodile by Claude LaLanne? This book is to whet the appetites of those that can, and leave the rest of the planet to dream about fabrics, pillows, and the occasional small fluffy white dog, all of which support a vision of living that is grander than most of us, and a good thing for those fed up with minimal chic.McCarthy rightly rejects pseudo-simple, and faux-Soho shabbiness, even if peppered with the occ
Meticulously layering interior architecture, finishes, furniture, art, and decorating objects, McCarthy creates rooms that seem to have lived lives of their own. Known for his attention to detail and love of texture, he brings a refreshing, unique perspective to each of his projects, living and working by the motto that no two homes are ever alike. . McCarthy creates dynamic personalities within each home he designs. In the tradition of Parish Hadley alumni such as Bunny Williams and David Easton, renowned interior designer Brian J. This beautiful volume explores nine of his favorite projects around the country, from the Hamptons to Southern California. Gorgeous, inspiring photographs, alongside McCarthy's personal, informative text, take the reader through his creative process, offering insight into his inspiration and the design decisions by which his plans become reality