Book: In The Asian Style, A Design Sourcebook - By Fiona Dunlop

A book that’s been with us for a while now but have not been able to go through the pages. Thus, I’ll post product review/description and down below, some page-caps.

A timely work in tune with today’s resurgence in oriental taste and interest, “In the Asian Style: A Design Sourcebook” discusses and displays the myriad of styles emanating from the East. Accompanied by the stunning photographs of Kim Sayer, Fiona Dunlop takes the reader on a whirlwind tour of the Orient: China, India, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and neighboring countries, highlighting the indigenous arts, the Buddhist influences and craftsmen’s skill. With a colonial feel throughout, the settings are at once glamorous and entirely natural: bamboo screens, teak furniture, lustrous china, glowing textiles, all intermingled to provide a comforting yet spacious whole. With the jewel-like colors of Eastern red and emerald greens set against the neutral backgrounds, there is almost an opulence to be found, even in a fisherman’s stilt house. The richness and beauty of the countryside and seascape are reflected back into the homes through verandas, fretwork and trellis, highlighting the Eastern philosophy of oneness with nature. A superb study for designers and general homeowners alike, full of inspirational ideas backed by solid design experience. – Lucy Watson

East meets West is a strong trend in modern-day interiors, as homeowners seek to create relaxed, harmonious retreats for their families. Asia Style takes the best examples of Oriental design from around the world to show how it can be applied and adapted absolutely anywhere. Full-color images by photographer Kim Sayer capture the different facets of this sensual, yet often distinctly minimalist approach to living. An authoritative, readable text looks at the history of Oriental decorative styles and examines the structure and function of particular spaces in the Asian home. Five in-depth chapters focus on such key materials as bamboo, lacquer and basketware. Inspiring and informative, Asia Style is an ideal reference for anyone interested in design and style. Fiona Dunlop is an interior design, food and travel writer of many years’ experience. Her work has been featured in international design bibles including Elle Decoration, Vogue Decoration and Architektur & Wohnen, and she is a regular contributor to the New York Times, Sunday Times and Daily Telegraph. Born in Sydney, Fiona now lives in London.

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