WALLPAPER

Wallpaper has never been more desirable. Throughout their 300-yearhistory, patterned paper wallcoverings have alternated wildly betweenbeing absolutely 'of the moment' or totally out of fashion. Recently,after more than a decade of blank white walls and minimalism, wallpaperhas made a grand comeback - and its popularity shows no signs of abating.In this stunning book - the ultimate guide to wallpaper - CharlotteAbrahams gets to the heart of the exciting contemporary wallpaper scene.Dividing the book into the three main areas of design - pasted pictures,fabulous florals and architectural illusions - she starts each sectionwith what is happening now, then traces the history back through the keymoments, developments, designers and manufacturers to the origins of thestyle. New young designers and established manufacturers, funky newlayered images and classic designs, the latest visual technology andhand-painted historical scenes - all are discussed and illustrated. Eachsection also explains how to use this type of wallpaper in a variety ofways and rooms to obtain different effects. Expert advice on working outcolour schemes, mixing florals with geometrics, using large and smallprints, zoning and other techniques is included. Each section ends withfull-page photographs of the 48 best wallpapers in this area (a mix ofcontemporary and classic). Over 200 wallpapers are included and every oneis itemised in an illustrated source list giving details of design andmanufacturer, with contact details, websites and where to purchase. Allthe wallpapers featured are available worldwide. Illustrated throughoutwith stunning wallpaper designs and beautiful rooms, this book really willbe the ultimate guide to wallpaper.