Think Colour: Mood and Colour for Modern Living - Softcover

Tricia Guild; Elspeth Thompson

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9781844001569: Think Colour: Mood and Colour for Modern Living

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844001563 ISBN 13: 9781844001569

Publisher: Quadrille Publishing Ltd, 2005

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Tricia Guild uses her instinctive understanding of light and space to create dynamic and inspirational settings for contemporary living.

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Interiors domestic goddess --The Times

Beautifully presented and wonderfully uplifting --Homes and Gardens

The UK's reigning doyenne of all things bold and brightly hued --YOU Magazine

Synopsis:

Colour is the most difficult problem facing the home decorator. In Think Colour, celebrated designer Tricia Guild uses her instinctive understanding of light and space to create dynamic and inspirational settings for contemporary living. Colour can be used to create of change the mood of a room and the six chapters feature an exhilarating mix of moods highlighting the choice of colours with which they are created: Joyful and Vivacious - citrus and cerise; Serene and Pure - aqua and sea-green; Soulful and Contemplative - neutrals and naturals; Dynamic and Sexy - rich berry shades; Relaxed and Restful - lavender and blues; Fresh and Stimulating - turquoise and lime. In each chapter, Tricia explains how she creates rooms, from the first assessment of their atmosphere and dimensions, to the choice and juxtaposition of colours, materials and furniture, not forgetting the all important details such as flowers, table settings and display. Settings vary from open modern spaces to contemporary town houses and apartments to gracious country houses. Personal insights and stunning illustrations of the ideas, places and paintings that inspire Tricia complete this beautiful book.

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