The second edition of History of Interior Design covers the history of architecture, interiors, and furniture globally, from ancient times through the late twentieth century, with expanded global coverage to Latin American, African, and Asian cultures and integration of green design into historic developments. It provides background information on the social and cultural context and technical innovations of the period and place, illustrates their impact on interior design motifs, highlights cross-cultural influences of styles and designs, and shows how interior design is a continuing exchange of ideas.

Format: Multiple copy pack
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

History of Interior Design

The History of Interior Design, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive overview of the history of architecture, interiors, and furniture globally, from ancient times to the late twentieth century. Each chapter offers background information about the social and cultural context and technical innovations of the period and place, and illustrates their impact on interior design motifs. The book highlights cross-cultural influences of styles and designs, showing how interior design is a continuous exchange of ideas. This second edition expands global coverage to Latin American, African, and Asian cultures and integrates green design into historic developments. You will learn to use your understanding of the past to design for the present and find inspiration for your future designs.

New to this Edition

• Expanded discussion and new chronological organization of Latin American, African, and Asian cultures.


• New chapter on Islamic design.


• Additional information on technological developments in materials, processes, and structural design.


• Integration of green design and its historic development.


• Increased emphasis on modern design.

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Weight: 2146g
Dimension: 278 x 217 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501321962
Edition number: 2 Revised edition