A the art of more Pierce, Louisa creator author. Ward, Emily author. Pierce, Catherine other. text nyu 2020 1st edition. monographic eng

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234 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm. "The whimsical, layered, incredibly chic, and livable interiors and the fresh and original insights of the coolest design duo fill every page of this treasure chest of a debut interiors book. Every Pierce & Ward home tells a story. Emily and Louisa believe that there is a beauty in the unfolding of a room that takes the eye dancing from one piece to the next, swirling over velvets of peach and gold, gliding over glass and marble, and stopping to take in the homeowner's precious sentimental favorites. As the designers for such Hollywood powerhouses, supermodels, and rock stars as Brie Larson, Leonardo DiCaprio, Dakota Johnson, Kate Hudson, and Karen Elson, Pierce & Ward artfully blend classic elements and fanciful touches, creating an irresistible kaleidoscope of patterns, textures, art, and objects. Stately striped wallpaper mixes with French florals. Brass-lion bookends sit beside trays inlaid with glinting mother-of-pearl. Milk-glass globes hang down hallways like glowing moons to guide one's path. Humble finds from eBay and lovingly worn textiles mix with museum-quality art and family photos. This book will teach readers about organized abundance and un-gaudy decadence, with a dash of restraint for good measure: it's an evocative and inspiring ode to the art of more"-- A tale of interiors -- In the beginning -- Twin flames -- Keep it classy -- Eclectic avenue -- Organized abundance -- God is in the details -- Chic with a dash of shabby -- Magic hour -- There will be blood -- Acknowledgements -- Credits. Louisa Pierce and Emily Ward. Pierce & Ward (Firm) Interior decorators Interior decoration Interior decoration Pictorial works 747 P611t 9780847863839 2020935913 DLC 200330 20250813100008.0 21484062 eng