Name: 100 Interiors Around the World
SKU: 309464

Successful interiors tell stories of how the world of the early 21st century chooses to live, providing insights into how the world of the early 21st century chooses to live. They range from the urban skyline seen from a Singapore tower block to the idyllic island landscape of rocks, pine trees, and water surrounding one family's holiday home near Stockholm. The external environment inevitably influences the ambience inside, and the era of its architecture is just as crucial to the character of an interior. Interiors all over the world exhibit the effects of an aesthetic evolution that has been shaping our built world for over a hundred years.

Format: Hardback
Length: 720 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2020
Publisher: Taschen GmbH

Successful interiors tell stories, be they of an industrial loft, a luxury penthouse, or a grand old villa. When presented together, as in this book, they tell us much more besides, providing insights into how the world of the early 21st century chooses to live. What does a Zurich dining room look like? Or a bathroom in Niigata, Japan? How might a Miami art collector paint his bungalow's walls? And what awaits you in a St. Petersburg apartment? We went inside a hundred homes around the globe and found answers that amazed, intrigued, and enchanted us.

The locations could hardly be more diverse - nor could the views. They range from the urban skyline seen from a Singapore tower block to the idyllic island landscape of rocks, pine trees, and water surrounding one family's holiday home near Stockholm. Whatever the topography, the external environment inevitably influences the ambience inside. It's with good reason, for example, that Sylvia Avontuur describes her windows overlooking Amsterdam's docklands as the most important picture in her apartment. Just as crucial to the character of an interior is the era of its architecture.

From Instanbul via Paris to Barcelona, a great many of the spaces featured are in apartments dating from the late 19th century, whose occupants-cum-curators have breathed new life into old walls. Elsewhere, we find others taking similar care of Modernist houses built in the revolutionary spirit of the International Style. And then there are the contemporary homes, with all their clever technical innovations, designed to meet the specific needs of their owners - such as the riverside villa in Dresden of the house on stilts in Nagano. But whether their shells are historic or brand-new, interiors all over the world exhibit the effects of an aesthetic evolution.

The interiors featured in this book are a testament to the diversity and creativity of the human imagination. From the sleek and modern to the traditional and timeless, each space has been carefully designed to reflect the unique personality and lifestyle of its inhabitants. Whether it's a minimalist apartment in Tokyo or a grand mansion in the countryside, the elements of design are used to create a sense of harmony and balance.

One of the most striking features of these interiors is the use of color. From bold and vibrant hues to soft and muted tones, the colors used in each space create a mood and atmosphere that is both calming and energizing. The use of natural light is also crucial in creating a sense of space and depth. Many of the interiors feature large windows and skylights that allow natural light to flood in, creating a bright and airy feel.

Another important element of interior design is the use of texture. From rough and rugged surfaces to smooth and polished finishes, the textures used in each space add depth and interest. The use of materials such as wood, stone, and metal can also add a sense of warmth and luxury to a space.

In addition to the visual elements of design, the use of scent is also an important aspect of creating a successful interior. The use of essential oils and candles can create a sense of calm and relaxation, while the use of fresh flowers and plants can add a sense of vitality and freshness.

Finally, the use of space is an important consideration in interior design. The use of furniture and accessories can create a sense of flow and movement, while the use of negative space can create a sense of calm and tranquility.

In conclusion, successful interiors tell stories, be they of an industrial loft, a luxury penthouse, or a grand old villa. When presented together, as in this book, they tell us much more besides, providing insights into how the world of the early 21st century chooses to live. The locations could hardly be more diverse - nor could the views. They range from the urban skyline seen from a Singapore tower block to the idyllic island landscape of rocks, pine trees, and water surrounding one family's holiday home near Stockholm. Whatever the topography, the external environment inevitably influences the ambience inside. It's with good reason, for example, that Sylvia Avontuur describes her windows overlooking Amsterdam's docklands as the most important picture in her apartment. Just as crucial to the character of an interior is the era of its architecture.

From Instanbul via Paris to Barcelona, a great many of the spaces featured are in apartments dating from the late 19th century, whose occupants-cum-curators have breathed new life into old walls. Elsewhere, we find others taking similar care of Modernist houses built in the revolutionary spirit of the International Style. And then there are the contemporary homes, with all their clever technical innovations, designed to meet the specific needs of their owners - such as the riverside villa in Dresden of the house on stilts in Nagano. But whether their shells are historic or brand-new, interiors all over the world exhibit the effects of an aesthetic evolution.

The interiors featured in this book are a testament to the diversity and creativity of the human imagination. From the sleek and modern to the traditional and timeless, each space has been carefully designed to reflect the unique personality and lifestyle of its inhabitants. Whether it's a minimalist apartment in Tokyo or a grand mansion in the countryside, the elements of design are used to create a sense of harmony and balance.

One of the most striking features of these interiors is the use of color. From bold and vibrant hues to soft and muted tones, the colors used in each space create a mood and atmosphere that is both calming and energizing. The use of natural light is also crucial in creating a sense of space and depth. Many of the interiors feature large windows and skylights that allow natural light to flood in, creating a bright and airy feel.

Another important element of interior design is the use of texture. From rough and rugged surfaces to smooth and polished finishes, the textures used in each space add depth and interest. The use of materials such as wood, stone, and metal can also add a sense of warmth and luxury to a space.

In addition to the visual elements of design, the use of scent is also an important aspect of creating a successful interior. The use of essential oils and candles can create a sense of calm and relaxation, while the use of fresh flowers and plants can add a sense of vitality and freshness.

Finally, the use of space is an important consideration in interior design. The use of furniture and accessories can create a sense of flow and movement, while the use of negative space can create a sense of calm and tranquility.

In conclusion, successful interiors tell stories, be they of an industrial loft, a luxury penthouse, or a grand old villa. When presented together, as in this book, they tell us much more besides, providing insights into how the world of the early 21st century chooses to live. The locations could hardly be more diverse - nor could the views. They range from the urban skyline seen from a Singapore tower block to the idyllic island landscape of rocks, pine trees, and water surrounding one family's holiday home near Stockholm. Whatever the topography, the external environment inevitably influences the ambience inside. It's with good reason, for example, that Sylvia Avontuur describes her windows overlooking Amsterdam's docklands as the most important picture in her apartment. Just as crucial to the character of an interior is the era of its architecture.

From Instanbul via Paris to Barcelona, a great many of the spaces featured are in apartments dating from the late 19th century, whose occupants-cum-curators have breathed new life into old walls. Elsewhere, we find others taking similar care of Modernist houses built in the revolutionary spirit of the International Style. And then there are the contemporary homes, with all their clever technical innovations, designed to meet the specific needs of their owners - such as the riverside villa in Dresden of the house on stilts in Nagano. But whether their shells are historic or brand-new, interiors all over the world exhibit the effects of an aesthetic evolution.

The interiors featured in this book are a testament to the diversity and creativity of the human imagination. From the sleek and modern to the traditional and timeless, each space has been carefully designed to reflect the unique personality and lifestyle of its inhabitants. Whether it's a minimalist apartment in Tokyo or a grand mansion in the countryside, the elements of design are used to create a sense of harmony and balance.

One of the most striking features of these interiors is the use of color. From bold and vibrant hues to soft and muted tones, the colors used in each space create a mood and atmosphere that is both calming and energizing. The use of natural light is also crucial in creating a sense of space and depth. Many of the interiors feature large windows and skylights that allow natural light to flood in, creating a bright and airy feel.

Another important element of interior design is the use of texture. From rough and rugged surfaces to smooth and polished finishes, the textures used in each space add depth and interest. The use of materials such as wood, stone, and metal can also add a sense of warmth and luxury to a space.

In addition to the visual elements of design, the use of scent is also an important aspect of creating a successful interior. The use of essential oils and candles can create a sense of calm and relaxation, while the use of fresh flowers and plants can add a sense of vitality and freshness.

Finally, the use of space is an important consideration in interior design. The use of furniture and accessories can create a sense of flow and movement, while the use of negative space can create a sense of calm and tranquility.

In conclusion, successful interiors tell stories, be they of an industrial loft, a luxury penthouse, or a grand old villa. When presented together, as in this book, they tell us much more besides, providing insights into how the world of the early 21st century chooses to live. The locations could hardly be more diverse - nor could the views. They range from the urban skyline seen from a Singapore tower block to the idyllic island landscape of rocks, pine trees, and water surrounding one family's holiday home near Stockholm. Whatever the topography, the external environment inevitably influences the ambience inside. It's with good reason, for example, that Sylvia Avontuur describes her windows overlooking Amsterdam's docklands as the most important picture in her apartment. Just as crucial to the character of an interior is the era of its architecture.

From Instanbul via Paris to Barcelona, a great many of the spaces featured are in apartments dating from the late 19th century, whose occupants-cum-curators have breathed new life into old walls. Elsewhere, we find others taking similar care of Modernist houses built in the revolutionary spirit of the International Style. And then there are the contemporary homes, with all their clever technical innovations, designed to meet the specific needs of their owners - such as the riverside villa in Dresden of the house on stilts in Nagano. But whether their shells are historic or brand-new, interiors all over the world exhibit the effects of an aesthetic evolution.