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  • The Decoration of Houses

    Series series New York State Series
    Edith Wharton’s The Decoration of Houses (1897), co-written with the architect Ogden Codman Jr., brought transatlantic fame to a writer best known as a chronicler of Gilded Age New York. In their decorating guidebook, Wharton and Codman, who collaborated on the design of the author’s Massachusetts home, The Mount, advocated for simple but classically informed choices that resonate profoundly today ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    "The Decoration of Houses" by Ogden Codman and Edith Wharton is a seminal work that explores the principles of interior design and decoration. The authors emphasize the importance of harmony, proportion, and the thoughtful arrangement of space. Their insights reflect a deep understanding of aesthetics and functionality, making the book a valuable resource for both professionals and enthusiasts. ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    The Decoration of Houses by Edith Wharton and Ogden Codman is a timeless guide that transforms the way we understand interior spaces, blending classical elegance with practical wisdom. Rooted in architectural harmony and refined taste, this masterpiece moves beyond mere decoration to emphasize proportion, balance, and purpose in every room. It invites readers to step into a world where beauty is ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    First published in the year 1897, 'The Decoration of Houses' is a joint effort of renowned writer Edith Wharton and his friend Ogden Codman. This book guides the readers about ways in which one can design the aesthetics of their dream house. ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    The Historical Tradition Rooms in General Walls Doors Windows Fireplaces Ceilings and Floors Entrance and Vestibule Hall and Stairs The Drawing-room, Boudoir, and Morning-room Gala Rooms: Ball-room, Saloon, Music-room, Gallery The Library, Smoking-room, and "Den" The Dining-room Bedrooms The School-room and Nurseries Bric-à-Bracooms may be decorated in two ways: by a superficial application of ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    Transform your living space with the timeless insights found in ""The Decoration of Houses"" by Ogden Codman and Edith Wharton. This classic guide is a masterclass in creating elegant interiors that marry functionality with aesthetic beauty.As Codman and Wharton share their expertise, you'll discover the principles of design that have stood the test of time. From the harmonious arrangement of ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    Rooms may be decorated in two ways: by a superficial application of ornament totally independent of structure, or by means of those architectural features which are part of the organism of every house, inside as well as out. In the middle ages, when warfare and brigandage shaped the conditions of life, and men camped in their castles much as they did in their tents, it was natural that decorations ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    by Edith Wharton ...
    Series series Classics To Go
    Thousands of books on interior design have come and gone since the 1897 publication of this pioneering manual, but The Decoration of Houses remains, thanks to the insightful and inspiring advice of its co-authors. Before she became the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton was a society matron, remodeling a summer home in Newport, Rhode Island. With the able ... Read more

    $3.12 CAD

  • The Decoration of Houses

    Series series Dover Architecture
    Thousands of books on interior design have come and gone since the 1897 publication of this pioneering manual, but The Decoration of Houses remains, thanks to the insightful and inspiring advice of its co-authors. Before she became the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton was a society matron, remodeling a summer home in Newport, Rhode Island. With the able ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    The Decoration of Houses

    Narrated by Grace Conlin ...

    Unabridged

    5 hours 50 min

    One of the classic works on interior decoration, Edith Wharton's The Decoration of Houses offers a comprehensive look at the history and character of turn-of-the-century interior design. Cowritten with architect Ogden Codman, Jr., this invaluable reference provides us with numerous keen and practical axioms for house design, such as (1) The better the house, the less need for curtains, and (2) the ... Read more

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  • The Decoration of Houses

    The Decoration of Houses, a manual of interior design written by Edith Wharton with architect Ogden Codman, was first published in 1897. In the book, the authors denounced Victorian-style interior decoration and interior design, especially those rooms that were decorated with heavy window curtains, Victorian bric-a-brac and overstuffed furniture. They argued that such rooms emphasized upholstery ... Read more

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    The Art Of Money Getting

    Unabridged

    1 hour 40 min

    The Art of Money Getting was written by P. T. Barnum, who is widely known as an important historical entrepreneur as founder of the famous traveling circus, but in this publication Barnum shares his knowledge of business and teaches readers how to be successful in making money. This is an excellent book for individuals who are interested in learning from an important historical business leaders ... Read more

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