Publisher's Synopsis
This is an international sourcebook of the design and interior traditions of Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. There are chapters on architecture, furniture and 20th century movements from Functionalism to Danish Modernism as well as modern living and the decorative traditions that influence Scandinavian style: Gustavian, Neoclassical, Chinoiserie as well as the Middle East and Asia Minor. Finally a chapter on materials explores how modern Scandinavian designers such as Gunilla Allard, Thomas Sandell, and Pia Wall n have used new materials and updated traditional materials to create innovative furniture and products for the home. This is essentially an source of Scandinavian designs that can be drawn together, adapted and applied to the modern interior.
