The Decoration of Houses by Edith Wharton and Ogden Codman
"The Decoration of Houses" by Edith Wharton and Ogden Codman is a manual of interior design published in 1897. The authors boldly reject Victorian-style decoration, criticizing heavy curtains, cluttered bric-a-brac, and overstuffed furniture that sacrifice comfort for upholstery. Instead, they champion classical design principles—symmetry, proportion, and architectural balance—with rooms featuring strong wall treatments and carefully chosen furniture. This groundbreaking work sparked a revolution in interior design, inspiring a new generation of professional
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| Author | Wharton, Edith, 1862-1937 |
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| Author | Codman, Ogden, 1863-1951 |
| Title | The Decoration of Houses |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Decoration_of_Houses |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Interior decoration |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40367 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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