Textiles for Residential & Commercial Interiors

Textiles for residential & commercial interiors (3rd edition) by Amy Willbanks, Nancy Oxford, Dana Miller & Sharon Coleman is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Devoted entirely to textiles for interiors, Textiles for Residential and Commercial Interiors, Third Edition, focuses on the most current fiber and fabric information including new fiber technology and nanofibers, the role of the interior designer in selecting textiles, and the environmental impact of textiles.  The scope of the book has been expanded to include in-depth coverage of household and institutional textiles, in addition to commercial and residential textiles for upholstered furniture, windows, walls, and floor coverings.  Newly added full-color line drawings and photographs enhance the text, clearly illustrating fibers, yarns, fabrics, manufacturing equipment, coloring, finishings, and end products and end-use settings.  Textiles for Residential and Commercial Interiors provides students with all the technical information, aesthetic fundamentals, and practical knowledge they need to select textiles for every type of residential and commercial interior.

New to this edition

• More than 500 full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams of commercial and residential textiles and interiors
• New information on embodied energy, indoor air quality, MSDS, environmentally responsible maintenance, LEED, and sustainability
• Updated ASTM and AATCC test methods for evaluating physical performance properties and examining color consistency and retention
• Coverage of newly developed fibers as well as new fiber processing techniques

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md 11 (2010)

The latest issue of md is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Contents:

• EDITORIAL
• REPORT
• md-report
• INTRODUCTION
• Transformations
• INTERIOR SPACES
• Inviting the Outside in Sollberger Bögli Architekten
• Forest on the Facade MYCC
• LIGHT
• Strong Together
• At the Forefront Ingo Maurer und Team
• Either Way Continuum, Sanaa
• Between Yesterday and Tomorrow Goodmorning Technology
• Extended Function Hadi Teherani AG
• UNDER DISCUSSION
• "Everything is Integrated" Deniz Turgut
• HOME- AND CONTRACT FURNITURE
• Wood plus Steel Doriana und Massimilliano Fuksas
• Space-defining Measure Claudia de Bruyn, Achim Nagel
• Formal Lightness Jehs + Laub
• Everything Framed Johannes Scherr
• Plane Emphasises Form Stefan Westmeyer
• Reliable Comfort Marcello Ziliani
• Where to put the Clothes?
• LETTER FROM L.A.
• Leading the Way into Predictable Magic Ingo Werk
• SANITARY
• Systematic Showering
• Wash-basin Shelves Ronan und Erwan Bouroullec
• Free Form, but a Strict Posture
• Connective Character Christian Werner
• Harmonious Interplay
• The Courage to use Colour
• UNIVERSITIES
• POINTS IN FAVOUR OF ... WUPPERTAL Barbara Koch
• Campus News
• SERIES
• NEW MATERIALS Printing in Three Dimensions Christiane Sauer
• DESIGN AND MORE
• Beds
• Heaters and Fireplaces

Domus 942 (December 2010)

The latest issue of Domus is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Trends (Apartment & Living) Vol. 26 No. 9

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Contents:

PENTHOUSES

• As far as the eye can see With its wide balcony, double-height living space and breezeway terrace, this penthouse apartment maximises its oceanfront location
• Second glance Sometimes all it takes to realise the full potential of a property is a new set of eyes
• Setting a new standard This sleek, classical Brisbane apartment enjoys expansive views and high-quality design down to the last detail

HIGH-RISE APARTMENTS

• Garden in the sky There are incentives for developers to provide landscaped common areas in high-rise apartment buildings - and obvious spin-offs for residents
• Embracing architecture These apartments may be in a high-rise, but they still conform to the traditional notion of a home sheltered under its own roof

LOW-RISE COMPLEXES

• On these pages, we profile apartments that offer the best of everything, great views and proximity to the city, yet still provide residents with a peaceful environment

GARDEN APARTMENTS

• Verdant outlook This well-considered apartment blurs the line between its interiors and the great outdoors
• A good look all round Every room in this apartment enjoys views of the harbour, city and a nearby park

APARTMENT RENOVATIONS

• Inner-city sanctuary A former SoHo gallery is transformed for its new owners into a residential haven from the hustle and bustle of everyday life
• Slice of heaven New windows, pivoting doors and louvres improve access to panoramic harbour and city views in this remodelled apartment
• Living with the view Huge windows give this condominium maximum exposure to sea and mountain vistas, while a simple interior provides a neutral backdrop
• Coastal attraction This Spanish Mission duplex, which has dress circle views over Bondi Beach, presents a chic restoration that reflects the coastal setting

INDEX

Elle Decoration (December 2010)

The latest issue of Elle Decoration is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Contents:

SHOPPING

• Buy of the month Colourful new plates from historic porcelain brand Richard Ginori 1735
• Wish list Ten must-haves not to be missed this month
• Shopping news Hot shops and what to buy right now
• Present time Our pick of the most fabulous Christmas gifts around
• All the trimmings Pretty paper, cute cards and dainty decorations
• 9 of the best... Side tables that can double as stools

DECORATING

• Instant inspiration Going for bold with MissPrint's latest wallpaper
• Decorating news Hot new kit to help transform your home
• Purple reigns This month's palette is all about richness and depth
• The ten commandments of Christmas Steer clear of tacky fads and aim for timeless seasonal style
• Blaze of glory Six ways to make a fireplace the heart of your home
• Best cellars Top tips on wine storage

LIVING

• The big idea The Christmas wreath gets a modern makeover
• Living news Things to make both you and your home feel great
• Cool contrasts Danish fashion designer Malene Birger invites us into her home
• The dark side Choose deep, moody hues for dramatic winter glamour
• 24 ways to make guests feel at home Be the host with the most
• My favourite things French creative Ramdane Touhami on his eclectic tastes

NOW

• Need to know Super-soft cashmere throws by Alexa Lixfeld
• Anatomy of a classic The Castiglioni brothers' 'Taccia' lamp
• Design hero Influential British furniture master Ernest Race
• 10 minutes with... Dutch design maverick Marcel Wanders
• The book list Stylish tomes to treasure
• Precious stone John Pawson's serene installation comes to the UK
• The height of style A hotel hideaway
• The British Design Awards 2010 We reveal this year's winners!

HOMES

• Natural high Magnificent mountain views surround this unusual alpine apartment, which uses natural materials and soft textures for a feeling of warm, understated glamour
• Hidden depths Careful planning and clever design make this Swiss holiday home surprisingly light and spacious, despite being concealed almost entirely underground
• A break from tradition Two Belgian designers have transformed the interior of their period property into a sleek, contemporary space
• The entertainer In Milan, a minimalist, open-plan loft within a one-time carpet warehouse has become the ultimate party pad
• Grand proportions Luxurious furnishings, high ceilings and ornate detailing inject an air of opulence into a Parisian apartment

FOCUS

• Casual dining special Sleek statement furniture, feature lighting and elegant tableware for dining in style.  Be inspired to eat in this winter with our edit of the most delicious looks around

FINALLY

• Address book Love it? Here's where to buy it
• Style icon The whimsical world of decorator Madeleine Castaing

Trends (New Home) Vol. 26 No. 5



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The latest issue of Trends is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Contents:

LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES

• Pressed to perfection Precision-built down to a screw turn, this distinctive, copper-clad lodge echoes regimented vines and the colour of the sea
• Look to the hills With its gabled pavilions and battened weatherboards, this hill-country compound puts a contemporary spin on traditional rural buildings

MODERN FAMILY LIVING

• Line of sight This waterfront house is designed around a central axis that allows a tantalising glimpse of the view beyond
• Tropical outlook Making the most of the views and the climate for an easy family lifestyle

TRADITIONAL SUBURBAN HOMES

• Young at heart This spacious suburban home presents a traditional face to the street, but the interior aesthetic has a more contemporary sense of connection
• Time after time This French-style house references several architectural eras, from classical Roman through to the 1920s

SEASIDE HOMES

• Watchtower Like a traditional holiday home that has been added to over time, this new house rises out of the sand dunes to capture an expansive ocean view
• Mission possible Despite 8m height restrictions, the designer of this house was able to maximise an ocean view by elevating the key living spaces and creating a rooftop terrace

DESIGNERS

• The firms showcased on these pages represent some of the best design and build companies in Australia.  They are all full-service companies who offer concept-to-completion homes, designed specifically for your family and lifestyle

THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN DREAM

• Our country boasts some of the best residential architecture on the planet.  This section highlights the companies that design and build these remarkable homes
• New South Wales
• Victoria
• Queensland

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

• Ceiling fans -- Kitchen appliances -- Wine storage -- Paint -- Fireplaces -- Window films -- Marble cladding

INDEX

Wallpaper* (December 2010)

The latest issue of Wallpaper* is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Trends (Renovation Ideas) Vol. 26 No. 7

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Contents:

MODERN ADDITIONS

• Balanced agenda A substantial addition to this property defers to the scale, finishes and form of the main house - the result is a sympathetic pavilion that stands apart
• Designed for the ages A modern addition to this Arts and Crafts-style home ensures architectural relevance for a further 90 years
• Inside out The addition of a veranda to this house has created an all-new lifestyle

HISTORIC RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS

• With respect to the past This colonial villa has been restored and improved, with some contemporary elements woven into the mix
• Logical extension This renovation stays true to the home's 1920s origins on the interior and exterior
• Forever summer As the last beach cottage on the Manly seafront, this heritage-listed property was rip for a renovation in keeping with the past

INTERIOR TRANSFORMATIONS

• Fashion house Haute couture for interiors - this villa has undergone an extensive makeover that juxtaposes the modern with the classic
• Masculine edge This renovation creates contemporary, monochromatic interiors to put guests, as well as furnishings, in the best possible light
• Free-flowing interior Small, cramped rooms are a thing of the past for this household - walls and doors have been removed to creat a much more open, flowing interior that is also a perfect backdrop for the owners' artworks

NEW IDEAS

• Most renovation projects begin with an idea - a way to solve a problem or to make improvements.  We bring you case studies from around the world, and explain the solutions that homeowners and designers used in their own projects

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

• Home appliances -- Sinks and taps

INDEX

Trends (Bathroom) Vol. 26 No. 6

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Contents:

FOCUS ON GLASS

• Personal space Contemporary architecture complements a private courtyard
• Inside the box This master suite creates a sense of light and space
• Bathing beauty Bathers take centre stage on a stone podium

CONNECTIONS WITH THE OUTDOORS

• Open ended A bathroom that offers a chance to get closer to nature itself
• Bright outlook The surrounding view is a seamless extension of the design
• Be my guest Open to both the view and an outdoor entertaining area
• Upon reflection This bathroom can be screened from sight
• Lakefront retreat A private sanctuary high above the lake

MATERIAL RENOVATIONS

• Via Romana A design that merges a 1920s sensibility with an older aesthetic
• Light touch Sleek, modern elements balance a natural ambience
• Black-and-white world Dramatic dark stone contrasts pearl-grey cabinetry
• Riders on the storm An image of a pop legend creates a radical backdrop
• Balinese style Balinese influences are reflected in a remodelled master suite

POWDER ROOMS

• Behind the scenes Sleek design ensures an instant wow factor
• Hidden benefits A floor-to-ceiling door conceals this powder room
• Eye to eye This powder room can make you feel you're not alone

FREESTANDING TUBS

• Out of Africa This master suite is reminiscent of an African safari lodge
• French renaissance A renovation inspired by a chandelier and clawfoot bath
• Room with a view This bathroom creates a relaxing sanctuary
• On vacation A master suite with all the hallmarks of a boutique hotel

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

• Laundry -- Furnishings -- Handbasins, bathtubs and mixers -- Storage -- Heating

NATURAL CONNECTIONS

• It's not unusual for water, wood and stone to feature in a bathroom, but these designs blur the line between inside and out

INDEX

Trends (New Home) Vol. 25 No. 13

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Contents:

CONTEMPORARY STATEMENTS

• Engaging the scenery This low-lying residence reveals its scenic charms by degrees - interacting with the rustic setting in the process
• From the top down To maximise great views and natural light, the designer of this new house upended the floor plan and put the living area on top
• Natural outlook This contemporary residence combines an emphasis on natural materials with a design that melds with the scenery that surrounds it

TRADITIONAL DESIGN

• Home counties From the imposing symmetry of the facade to the formal reception rooms, this design pays homage to the classic English manor
• True to form Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio inspired the design of this grand Italianate residence, which is an exercise in authenticity

TIGHT SPACES

• Inside the box To maximise a beachfront site that is just 10m wide, this house was built to the boundaries, with long blade walls providing shelter and privacy
• Do not disturb The brief for this design was to provide a high level of privacy from the surrounding homes, while minimising the impact on the bush-clad site
• Contained within With its bold geometric form and dark cedar cladding, this modern home nestles comfortably and privately into a small suburban site

LUXURY RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

• The modern retirement village has more in common with a resort hotel than a nursing home - this change represents a paradigm shift in client expectations and the subsequent facilites on offer.  Here are some of the very latest

DESIGNERS

• The firms featured on these pages have more than 70 years' industry experience between them, and represent some of the best design and build companies in the country

THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN DREAM

• Our country boasts some of the best residential architecture on the planet.  This section highlights the companies that design and build these remarkable homes
• New South Wales
• Victoria
• Queensland

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

• Bathroom furniture -- Eco-designed homes -- Marble cladding -- Window films -- Home automation -- Paint -- Fireplaces -- Kitchens -- Wine storage

INDEX

Beginnings of Interior Environments

Beginnings of interior environments (10th edition) by Lynn M. Jones and Phyllis S. Allen is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

This classic introductory text explains the profession of interior design for both commercial and residential environments.

New in This Edition

• Consolidated chapter on Health, Safety, and Welfare: Human Factors and Environmental Considerations, including more information on special populations, historical preservation, and the science of spatial behavior
• Technical updates on the following topics: construction, structural systems and codes, lighting, electrical applications, and communications
• Extensive material and product information updates

Continued Relevant Features Include the Following

• Information on the professional organisations ASID, IIDA, IDC, and IDEC
• Design concepts that follow CIDA and NCIDQ requirements
• A practical approach to introductory interior design education that meets the needs for both content and application
• Professional Design Scenarios - actual case histories - tell stories that apply the knowledge
• Special sections on Sustainable Design address environmental sensitivity and the LEED program
• Emphases on multicultural design and universal design applications
• Over 700 images and illustrations

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Interior Design

Interior design (4th edition) by John F. Pile is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

The first edition of John Pile's Interior Design instantly became the standard introduction to the subject.  The second and third editions consolidated that position.  Now, the fourth edition updates current practice in interior design and provides better coverage of professional bodies, environmental and social responsibilities, and commercial spaces.  Through its generous format and elegant design, this book makes a powerful visual impact.  More than 785 superb, carefully selected photographs and drawings of projects by many of the most accomplished and creative designers working today are complemented by 36 handy reference tables, 13 boxed features, and 10 Case Studies of particular note.  Nearly 70 illustrations are new to this edition.

Outstanding Features of the Fourth Edition

• More emphasis upon professionalism in the field with coverage of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER), the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), and other professional regulatory bodies.
• Greater attention to social and environmental responsibilities.
• Further coverage of the growing importance of digital technology.
• More illustrations of commercial interiors and products, thereby providing more balance between residential and commercial spaces.
• Emphasis upon the work of newer designers, thereby making current practice visible.
• Coverage that includes South Asia and new directions in the twenty-first century.
• An expanded, updated bibliography with a list of useful websites, and an enlarged glossary.

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Furniture in History

Furniture in history: 3000 B.C. - 2000 A.D. (2nd edition) by Leslie Piña is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Furniture in History provides an excellent overview of the evolution of furniture in Western culture.  This text places furniture design in its social and historical context, helping students to understand furniture's role as a reflection of society.  Furniture in History is further notable for its comprehensive coverage of the modern era.  In addition to hundreds of visuals illustrating the evolution of stule, this single-volume history textbook includes designer biographies, an extensive glossary, and a chapter on office furniture.

Special features include:

• Chapter summaries, chronologies, and key word lists
• Extensive margin notes detailing key historic events for every period
• Dozens of new photographs in full color
• A chapter devoted to office furniture
• An expanded glossary
• Comprehensive coverage of modern design contributions

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Color + Design

Color + design: transforming interior space by Ron Reed is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Contents:
Color + Theory

• What Is Color Theory?
• Let There Be Light
• Properties Of Light Additive Color -- Subtractive Color -- The Many Faces of Color -- Light Reflectance
• Color Systems Isaac Newton -- Albert H. Munsell -- Josef Albers -- Johannes Itten -- Faber Birren -- Natural Color System® (NCS®) -- Pantone® -- Color-aid® -- Electronic Media
• Color Language
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Psychology + Perception

• Color Associations and Perceptions
• Color and Health
• Color Responses
• Color Myths and Biases
• Color Design Process
• Color and Space
• Color Contrasts and Other Phenomena Bezold Effect -- Color Perception Tips and Techniques
• Color Consumerism
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Balance

• What Is Balance?
• What Is Color Balance?
• Types of Color Balance Value Contrast (Light/Dark) -- Hue Balance (Complements) -- Intensity Contrast (Bright/Dull) -- Size of Color Area (Large/Small)
• Location of a Color Palette Within the 3-D Environment Illusion of Vertical and Horizontal Space -- Chroma/Value Factor -- Single-Color Overload -- Multiple-Color Overload 
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Rhythm

• Color and Music
• Nature and Rhythm
• Types of Rhythm Repetition -- Alternation -- Progression -- Continuation or Transition -- Radiation -- Color and Line as Rhythm
• Final Thoughts on Rhythm and Hue
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Emphasis

• Emphasis with Contrast Color Emphasis through Location and Isolation -- Contrast of Hue and Value -- Contrast of Design Feature (Shape and Form) -- Contrast of Texture -- Emphasis with Color Dominance (Focal Point) -- Contrast of Anomaly -- Color Contrast for Safety and Welfare
• Design Tips
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Proportion + Scale

• Color and Proportion
• Color and Scale Practical Applications with Color and Perception of Scale
• Additional Methods for Establishing Proportional Relationships The Golden Section -- Fibonacci Sequence -- Le Modulor -- Nature's Proportions
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Unity + Harmony

• Six Elements of Color Harmony Harmonies of Analogy -- Harmonies of Contrast
• The Seven Color Harmonies Monochromatic -- Complementary -- Split Complementary and Double Complementary -- Analogous -- Triadic and Tetrad -- Multi-hue -- Achromatic -- Color, Space, Harmony 
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Variety

• Variety and Interest
• Color and the Elements Color and Line -- Color and Shape -- Color and Texture -- Color and Pattern 
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

Color + Culture

• Mexico
• Italy
• Pakistan
• Morocco
• Japan
• Key Words -- Learning Outcomes -- Exercises

History of Interior Design & Furniture

History of interior design & furniture: from ancient Egypt to nineteenth-century Europe (2nd edition) by Robbie G. Blakemore is a new book that is now available for loan in the Learning Centre.

"History of Interior Design and Furniture, Second Edition presents a comprehensive survey of the major historical periods of interior architecture and decorative styles.  Now full color throughout, this monumental overview is a breathtaking journey through five millennia of interior space, architectural details, and furniture.

The updated Second Edition masterfully distinguishes between such styles as Queen Anne, Rococo, and Elizabethan, while emphasizing the critical aesthetic elements of the societies that produced these recognizable styles.  Starting in ancient Egypt, this authoritative survey chronicles the ever-changing panorama of Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and nineteenth-century design.  From wall paintings in Pompeii to the luxurious parlours of Victorian England, special attention is paid to the relationships between interior architecture and the objects that define its spaces.

This impressive work offers more than just a history of style - it examines furniture and design from the broader social, political, economic, and technological perspectives exclusive to each historical continuum, this insightful book traces the thread of cultural influence across centuries, from the ancient Roman's retrospective look at their Greek forerunners to the revival styles that characterize the Victorian age.  Thoroughly researched and clearly presented, this book integrates enlightening facts against a backdrop of the evolution of space and the interior aesthetic over time.

More than 450 elegant photographs and over 175 new illustrations - many covering furniture types such as beds and storage - support the authoritative text inside.  Stunning three-dimensional plans convey the spatial relationships that are essential to understanding the history of interior architecture, and a historical timeline chronicles the important events that shaped interior design.  Explicit, cogent captions not only identify each figure but also provide insightful commentary that supplements the primary text.  This edition is also complete with a new comprehensive glossary of terms as well as a companion Web site.

History of Interior Design and Furniture, Second Edition is a unique and welcome addition to the canon of interior design literature.  Stimulating to the practitioner as well as the layman, this grand Second Edition is required reading for the serious student and educator of architecture and design alike." -- dust jacket

Domus No. 941 (November 2010)

The latest issue of Domus is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Flooring

Flooring: the essential source book for planning, selecting, and restoring floors by Elizabeth Wilhide is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

"We make more demands on the floor than we do on any other structural element of the home.  It must not only be strong and durable, but also comfortable, safe, and good-looking.  And since your choice in flooring can often require a substantial investment, getting it right is essential.  Elizabeth Wilhide's Flooring is a rich fund of inspiration and sound advice for all the floors in your home, whether it is modern or period, urban or rural, sumptuous or simple.

Flooring celebrates the fabulous range of colors, textures, and finishes widely available today.  Elizabeth Wilhide shows how to select and use the most appropriate floor covering - be it striking and cool, or warm and welcoming - as the basis for truly stunning interiors to suit every budget and way of life.  Overriding design issues including scale and proportion, architectural character, flooring combinations, and detail, are tackled with ingenuity, practicality, and style.

Individual chapters cover the main flooring materials: hard (brick, stone, marble, tile, glass, concrete, metal); wood (both old and new); sheet and soft tile (rubber, linoleum, vinyl, leather); and soft (textiles of every description).  There is detailed, illustrated advice on the installation, care, maintenance, and restoration of each material, as well as instructions for personalizing a floor using pattern and color, from simple contrasts to sophisticated paint effects.

Few other features can coordinate or define interior spaces as well as a carefully chosen floor.  With its 400 up-to-date color photographs, 100 how-to illustrations, and directory of suppliers, Flooring is the most comprehensive and practical volume devoted to this large and important element of the home." -- back cover

The Soft Furnishings Source Book

The soft furnishings source book by Leslie Geddes-Brown is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

"Whether you long for the fresh and muted tones of Swedish minimalism, with sheer white linen hangings at the windows, or plan to upholster your sofa and armchairs in traditional toile de Jouy, The Soft Furnishings Source Book will help you to make your vision a reality.  In this fully revised and updated guide to decorative style, leading interiors writer Leslie Geddes-Brown shares her experience in exploring every aspect of using soft furnishings in the home.

The illuminating first chapter, on Fabric Styles, includes a host of images showing how the various types of fabric - from wools and velvets to suedes to and leathers - create a distinctive look and feel in a room.  The Components considers the different elements of soft furnishings, including curtains, loose covers, cushions and bed treatments, and offers advice about how to find your way through the multitude of choices.  Room By Room shows how these individual elements can be brought together into cohesive decorative schemes.

In Practicalities, Lucinda Ganderton covers basic sewing techniques and gives step-by-step instructions for 12 stylish yet simple projects.  An extensive directory of suppliers puts the finishing touch to this indispensable guide." -- dust jacket

Contemporary Details

Contemporary details: the definitive interior design sourcebook by Nonie Niesewand is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

"Spend a day tramping the streets of London, New York, or Amsterdam looking for contemporary handles or a wooden basin and you will most likely return home empty handed. Type the words "glass ceiling" into an Internet search engine and you will be given a choice of nearly 50,000 websites. In this book products have been sourced at international fairs and reviewed on the net to widen your horizons while narrowing your choices. contemporary details is the definitive guide to sourcing modern fixtures and fittings, providing instant design solutions for the 21st century.

Much more than an illustrated directory of the most beautiful and amazing objects available today, contemporary details features a collection of inspirational interiors designed by architects and designers that show how to get the latest looks, alongside pictures of over 650 products that author Nonie Niesewand has sleuthed from around the world. These are the very best interior design products, yet all are factory-produced, with a long shelf-life, and readily available. A directory of over 800 suppliers ensures that all the products can be easily sourced.

With an emphasis on including the very latest in "smart" technology and eco-friendly products, contemporary details is as inspiring as it is useful." -- dust jacket

Selvedge Issue 36 (September/October 2010)

The latest issue of Selvedge is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

Contents:

INDULGE textiles to buy, collect or simply admire

• Noteworthy Festivals and shows not to be missed.
• Clear purpose Give us the tools, and we will finish the job... Editor-in-Chief Polly Leonard found beautiful sculptural textile tools at the Convergence conference in Albuquerque.
• Symbiotic Anthropologie fill their shops with carefully chosen goods, one-off pieces and the fruits of their relationship with independent designers.
• How to... Be part of The Campaign for Wool by making a pretty knitted rug with Rowan's Purelife British Sheep breeds.
• Fabric swatch A new feature on obscure fabrics, No. 1 serve Sarah Jane Downing tracks down early references to this once commonplace wool cloth. Illustrated by Debbie Powell.

INDUSTRY from craft to commerce

• Returning to the fold Wool is a fibre with friends in high places and has plans to make more... Liz Farrelly finds out why high profile figures such as HRH The Prince of Wales are championing a wool revival and how you can help.
• London Design Festival Diaries at the ready as Origin, Decorex, 100% Design, Tent London et al return to the capital to showcase new talent and favourites from the past.

ANECDOTE textiles that touch our lives

• Scrap of a thing 18th century textile tokens from the Foundling Museum. Shelly Goldsmith uncovers the tiny textile fragments that are our only tangible link to the thousands of unwanted babies that passed through the Foundling Hospital.
• Faithful flock The architectural splendour of the wool churches. Sarah Jane Downing surveys the links between the wool industry and some of Britain's most beautiful churches.

CONCEPT textiles in fine art

• Jones the book Drawing at the National Wool Museum, Carmarthenshire, Wales made by artist in residence, Julia Griffiths Jones.

ATTIRE critical reporting of fashion trends

• Life's Werk: Eley Kishimoto ""Collaboration" says Mark Eley, "was in our DNA from the moment we met." Cynthia Rose finds out how these fashion designers keep things fresh.
• Foraging for fashion Gönül Paksoy approaches art from a different angle, incorporating all that she knows about science, cookery and design.

COHABIT stunning interiors beautifully photographed

• Good Housekeeping Ahead of the opening of Gudren Sjoden's first London shop this autumn, Cia Wedin is invited to discover more about her home and her ethical approach to business. Photographs by Anna Kern.

GLOBAL travel destinations and ethnographic textiles

• Vera Neumann President of the Vera Company, Susan Seid reflects on the art of an American icon Susan has bought Vera's work to a wider audience through collaboration with Anthropologie nd a new coffee table book, 'Vera: The Art and Life of an Icon' We have six copies to give away.

EVENTS a chance to meet with like-minded people

• Join Selvedge for a private view of the Threads of Feeling exhibition at the Foundling Museum on the 26th October. The evening will include two guest speakers, curator and author John Styles and artist Shelly Goldsmith.

INFORM the latest news, reviews and exhibition listings

• bias/contributors A letter from the editor-in-chief and comments from contributors.
• news Textile news: Shelley Goldsmith, Rough Linen, Toast, Pendleton USA, The Hill-Side, Zenzulu, The Textile Society, The Woolsack, Wendy Cramer, OCtavi, Woolrich, The Hermitage Amsterdam and Fleetwood Fox.
• miscellany Felt: A pressing matter.
• Selvedge at the Big Chill A big thank you to our sponsors and those that took part in a bird making workshop this summer.
• international listings Exhibitions, fairs, and events.
• read In the Loop: Knitting Now, Fashion Illustration 1930-1970 from Harper's Bazaar
• view Horrockses Fashions, The Shape of THings, Ainsley Hillard, Lace in Fashion
• resources Websites and reading lists for those who want to know more about the Roving Issue.
• coming next The Evergreen Issue: Age-old traditions and fresh ideas. Eco gifts, pantomime and Santa suits.