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- catalog abstract "In The Spirit of African Design, authors Sharne Algotsson and Denys Davis explore a number of stunning homes, successfully capturing the many possibilities that exist for African-inspired design. Text and photographs reveal the strong, distinctive motifs that distinguish the different areas of the continent: the dazzling geometric patterns of North Africa, the rich earth tones of East Africa, the bold graphics of West Africa, as well as the elegant style of Afro-European design and the eclectic interpretations of contemporary designers. Each area of the home is examined - entrances, living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and gardens - with detailed explanations and captions offering essential design guidance and expert suggestions. There are also stunningly illustrated chapters that look at African textiles, furniture, paint and pattern techniques, housewares, and art, with practical advice on how to collect, use, and display these remarkable items. A detailed resource listing of stores, books, and outlets ensures that Africa's bounty can enrich any home. With its emphasis on natural materials, expressive folk art, and hands-on creativity, The Spirit of African Design embraces and brings home the many rewards of African-inspired decorating.".
- catalog contributor b10050272.
- catalog contributor b10050273.
- catalog contributor b10050274.
- catalog created "c1996.".
- catalog date "1996".
- catalog date "c1996.".
- catalog dateCopyrighted "c1996.".
- catalog description "In The Spirit of African Design, authors Sharne Algotsson and Denys Davis explore a number of stunning homes, successfully capturing the many possibilities that exist for African-inspired design. Text and photographs reveal the strong, distinctive motifs that distinguish the different areas of the continent: the dazzling geometric patterns of North Africa, the rich earth tones of East Africa, the bold graphics of West Africa, as well as the elegant style of Afro-European design and the eclectic interpretations of contemporary designers. Each area of the home is examined - entrances, living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and gardens - with detailed explanations and captions offering essential design guidance and expert suggestions. There are also stunningly illustrated chapters that look at African textiles, furniture, paint and pattern techniques, housewares, and art, with practical advice on how to collect, use, and display these remarkable items. A detailed resource listing of stores, books, and outlets ensures that Africa's bounty can enrich any home. With its emphasis on natural materials, expressive folk art, and hands-on creativity, The Spirit of African Design embraces and brings home the many rewards of African-inspired decorating.".
- catalog description "Includes bibliographical references (p. 174) and index.".
- catalog description "Introduction -- Entrances and halls -- Color, pattern, texture -- Living rooms -- Furniture forms -- Kitchens and dining rooms -- Art and objects -- Bedrooms -- Textile tradition -- Outdoor spaces -- Resources.".
- catalog extent "176 p. :".
- catalog hasFormat "Spirit of African design.".
- catalog identifier "0517599163".
- catalog isFormatOf "Spirit of African design.".
- catalog issued "1996".
- catalog issued "c1996.".
- catalog language "eng".
- catalog publisher "New York : Clarkson Potter,".
- catalog relation "Spirit of African design.".
- catalog spatial "Africa, Sub-Saharan.".
- catalog spatial "United States".
- catalog subject "709/.67 20".
- catalog subject "Art, Black Africa, Sub-Saharan.".
- catalog subject "Decoration and ornament Africa, Sub-Saharan.".
- catalog subject "House furnishings United States African influences.".
- catalog subject "Interior decoration United States African influences.".
- catalog subject "NK1488.75 .A43 1996".
- catalog tableOfContents "Introduction -- Entrances and halls -- Color, pattern, texture -- Living rooms -- Furniture forms -- Kitchens and dining rooms -- Art and objects -- Bedrooms -- Textile tradition -- Outdoor spaces -- Resources.".
- catalog title "The spirit of African design / by Sharne Algotsson and Denys Davis ; written by Yanick Rice Lamb ; photographs by George Ross ; design by Helene Silverman.".
- catalog type "text".