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3 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2007

Amazing Brooklyn
I love this book! I received it as a gift for the holidays and I instantly fell in love. The Brooklyn mansion is a gorgeous masterpiece!

Classic Cottages

5 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2004

Romantic & Fascinating Homes
Simple picturesque bungalows, quaint thatched stone and stucco huts, or elaborate marble and plaster palaces - all types of homes have been called a cottage. ~pg. 8 Dreaming about a hideaway bungalow or Victorian mansion seems equally appealing. In "Classic Cottages" an entire world of intricately decorated homes await. The interiors are fascinating on their own and could give you many ideas ...

Scalamandre

8 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2004

Must have for designers!!!!!!
Very informative and loaded with pictures of gorgeous fabrics from one of the top fabric design houses in the world. A must have for designers or anyone in the interior design business who deal with high end fabrics and trims on a regular basis. Would highly recommend this book!!!!

Check the Technique: Liner Notes for Hip-Hop Junkies

8 reviews
Brian Coleman

Villard, 2007

Rap Bible
For all of us who grew up in the Golden Age of rap, the 80's and early 90's, Check The Technique is a must read. When these ground breaking albums broke, I was starved for information on how these artists began and found their inspiration. This book enlightens the reader to the rap scene of the time period, and truly provides an insight into what drove these artists to produce the best rap ...

Extraordinary Interiors

1 review
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2005

Bring an Old World Feel to Your Home
I discovered this book after reading a very favorable review in the Orlando Sentinel. The book shows salvaged items used in "elegant rooms to funky apartments, with practical ideas and whimsical inspiration." You just don't find pieces like an antique Indian swing or Syro-Turkish wall panels at the local Home Depot. The book shows rooms with salvaged items like an ornate painted mirror or ...

Intimate Garden, The
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2007

Visit ten spectacular examples of economically sized gardens in the U.S. and England that shows how any homeowner can create an oasis amidst the rush and tumble of a busy life.

Window Dressings

9 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2006

Beautuful book!
Really lovely examples of window treatments from various locations in the country, from the simple to the ornate. Plus, a dictionary of terms and a list of sources.

Barry Dixon Interiors

3 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2008

Barry Dixon's Designs changed my life
I picked this book up at a local bookstore because I thought the cover and photos inside were intriguing. Upon further investigation, began to realize what a gem this resource truly is... The copy that accompanies each house it informative yet written in such a way that it's hard to put the book down. Addeo's photos are brilliant... captivating.... in a word, lush. An added bonus, Dixon gives ...

Historic Arts & Crafts Homes of Great Britain

2 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, 2005

Ten Magnificant Homes Beautifully Illustrated
This is a beautifully illustrated book depicting ten magnificant houses from the Arts & Crafts period in Great Britain. These homes dating from the late 1800's and early 1900's reflect a time that seems quintessentially England. You almost expect to find Sherlock Holmes or perhaps Lord Peter Wimsey to come around the corner. The homes are architectually impressive, but this book is mainly on ...

Cottages

3 reviews
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2007

lovely pictures but.............
I am all over any type of cottage themed book, so this was definitly going to be on my bookshelf. the pictues are really nice but the only thing that stood out when I first sat down with this book is how the author pretty much limited himself to one particular island on the east coast. There are about 5 or 6 cottages all from this one island, and all were fixed up by the same lady who rescues ...

Rakim Told Me: Wax Facts Straight from the Original Artists--The '80s.

3 reviews
Brian Coleman

Wax Facts Press, 2005

It's good.
I just finished this book and I think it does what it sets out to do. It biographs some of the early days of hip hop, the players, the locations, etc. There is definitely some good info, I think the challenge for the author is that there was so much to get through and it must've been tough to get it all down, decide what to edit, and where to stop. The other part I grappled with, and this ...

Dog Palaces

1 review
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2007

Not what I thought
I was disappointed in the Dog Palaces book. It is not something I will want to read or "look at" over and over. I purchased it more as a "picture" book for design (interior design) and because it was by Brian Coleman... This is, however, a one time glancing. The palaces are NOT really so grand...even for a dog...they are predictable dog beds like the kind you can see on the Internet by ...

The Victorian Dining Room (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

1 review
Brian D. Coleman

Schiffer Publishing, 2003

Beautiful Photos but not much more......Not worth the co$t.
This is a beautifully photographed book of what appears to be the author's collection. Many of the items featured are shown in multiple photos. The "Price Guide" looks like an afterthought - shown as footnotes on some of the pages, not all items. The prices are wild and what I would call "WISHFUL THINKING"! Pretty pictures, but not much substance - Don't waste your money.

Vintage Victorian Textiles
Brian D. Coleman, Linda Svendsen

Schiffer Publishing, 2002

Textiles are an important part of any interior, but one that is frequently overlooked in restorations. See how the author, Brian Coleman, uses vintage Victorian textiles to create a rich and inviting atmosphere. Period textiles on everything from Victorian footstools to portieres are given an inspiring display in the elegant photography by Linda Svendsen. A helpful description of the varied uses to which different textiles were put in the ...

The Best of British Arts and Crafts

Schiffer Publishing, 2004

More than 100 years after the death of designer William Morris, the Arts and Crafts Movement is enjoying a revival, becoming more popular than it was during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Attracted by its attention to quality and design, admirersfrom Hollywood stars to young people furnishing their first homeare appreciate the designs from Morris, De Morgan, Dresser, Tinworth, Marshall, Barlow, Pearson, Bell, and many more. This new ...

Details
Brian Coleman

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 2006

From the authors of Extraordinary Interiors: Decorating with Architectural Salvage and Antiques comes a whole new source of decorating inspiration. No matter the style or location of a home, architectural salvage can quickly add character and charm to any room, whether it's with an old soapstone sink in a suburban bungalow or a Victorian wrought-iron railing recast as a fireplace screen in an urban high-rise apartment. The possibilities are ...

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