home decor

Interior decoration is the art of decorating a room so it looks good, is easy to use, and functions well with the existing architecture. The goal of interior decoration is to provide a certain "feel" for the room; it encompasses applying wallpaper, painting walls and other surfaces, choosing furniture and fittings, such as lightinglight fixtures, and providing other decorations for the area such as paintings and sculptures.Interior decorating is done professionally by interior designers or interior decorators, and by some architects. It is considered a design field. There is sometimes a distinction made between interior decorating and interior design. Interior decorating is generally focused more on finishes, such as wallpaper, paint, window coverings, and furnishings. Interior design tends to be more integrated with the architecture, and in addition to the above areas, might also be involved in cabinet making, room layout, window placement, appliance selection, tile and floor selection, and so on.The role of the interior decorator evolved in the 18th century from the Parisian ''marchand-mercier'' and the upholder in London. In Paris, the gild system that had evolved since the late Middle Ages prohibited a craftsman from working with a material with which they had not undergone a formal apprenticeship. Only a ''marchand-mercier'' (a "merchant of goods") could fit Chinese porcelains with gilt-bronze handles and mounts, combine Japanese lacquer or Sevres porcelain plaques with marquetry and gilt-bronze mounts on furniture. An early ''marchand-mercier'' Gersaint, had his shop-sign painted by Antoine WatteauWatteau. The Rococo interior was taken out of the hands of the architect and the painter and put in charge of the ''marchand-mercier.''In London, a parallel is the rise of the "upholder," a member of the London Upholders' Company who increased his design competence from providing upholstery and textiles and the fittings for funerals, to become responsible for the management of the entire interior. In the great London furniture-making partnerships, a cabinet-maker is usually paired with an upholder: Vile and Cobb, Ince and Mayhew, Chippendale and Rannie or Haig.Palladian architects like William Kent or Matthew Brettingham might provide designs for walls that would be executed by joiners, stuccoists, painters and upholders but often their designs were limited to mantelpieces and monumental side tables, which were considered part of the immovable decor. The Neoclassicismneoclassical architect Robert Adam was prepared to design every detail of his interiors if the client wanted, down to the doorknobs and fire-irons. Sir William Chambers designs for furnishings are often underestimated. James Wyatt 's designs for furniture were gathered into an album, perhaps in preparation for an engraved publication. The French ''marchand-mercier'' Dominique Daguerre moved to London in 1788 and was responsible for interiors for the Prince Regent and worked with the architect Henry Holland (architect)Henry Holland.In the 1830s, interior decorators were responsible for the revival of interest in Gothic and Rococo styles in England. By the later 19th century, some firms set themselves apart as "art furnishers".Modern interior decorators began with Lenygon and Morant in London, Charles Alavoine and Jeanselme in Paris, and Herter Brothers (from 1864) and Elsie de Wolfe and Ogden Codman in New York.Other early interior decorators:

Maud Gwendolen Syrie BarnardoSyrie MaughamAlthough most professional interior designers of today attend accredited interior design schools and pass nationally recognized competency examinations, many of the most famous designers and decorators during the 20th Century had no formal training: Sister Parish, Mark Hampton, Stephen Chase, Mario Buatta, John Saladino, and many others were trend-setting innovators in the worlds of design and decoration.

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Theme - A theme is a consistent idea used throughout a room to create a feeling of completeness. These themes often follow period styles. Examples of this are Louis XV or Art Deco.The evolution of interior design themes has now grown to include themes not necessarily consistent with a specific period style allowing the mixing of pieces from different periods. Each element should contribute to form or function or both and maintain a consistent standard of quality and combine to create the desired design.

On the television - In the UK and elsewhere, interior decoration has become a popular television format, with advocate programs including changing rooms (BBC) and Selling Houses (Channel 4). Famous interior designers include Linda Barker and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen. Category:Interior design DEBUG REDIRECT (interior decoration)

Architectural Ironmongery
Specialists in high class restoration hardware. World wide mail order and retail company. Extensive range of period door and window ironmongery, security, bathroom and electrical fittings.
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Jerusalem Pottery - bathroom, kitchen, fireplace tiles
Hand painted art tile for interior decorating and home decor. Made in Jerusalem since 1922 by the Karakashian family studio.
http://www.jerusalempottery.biz/

Hapa Culture
An online store that offers a unique collection of fusion objects blended in cultures and styles, from bilingual wedding invites to lamps and toys while supporting nonprofits for multicultural communities.
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Southwest Decor
Featuring southwest bedding, bathroom and kitchen decor for a Santa Fe style beautiful home wherever you live.
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Exquisite Collections
Exquisite Collections, is a premier company that features unique gifts ideas for birthdays, holidays, weddings, anniversaries; collectibles, home decor ideas, angels, scented candles, toys for kids, porcelain dolls, sculptures and figurines on the web. We're sure you'll find something you'll like. Why join in the shopping frenzy when you can conveniently shop in the comfort of your own home?
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Mosquito Netting Curtains
Mosquito Curtains are an inexpensive, removable and elegant alternative to a permanent screen porch.
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Lakeside Wood Crafts
Simple Country Woodworking Quality Hand Made Wood Crafts for your Home Decorating Needs We have wood wall shelves, spice racks, doll furniture,curio shelves and other home decor items in our country woodcrafts line. At Lakeside Wood Crafts all of our pieces are hand crafted one at a time.
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Rachana World Collections - Exotic Home Decor
Rachana World Collections is your trusted source for exotic home decor products and accessories. We offer stunning exotic home decor that includes Asian decor, contemporary design, unique gifts, exquisite art and uniquely handmade handicrafts. We are proud to present fascinating cultures of the world through the work of the most gifted artisans to accentuate your exotic home decorations.
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Shop for Area Rugs
Your consumer guide to area rugs with tips, hints and plenty of advice.
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The Treasure Vault
World gifts and specialty items. Things you never though you wuld find. Antiques, books, vintage shoes, art prints, spellcraft candles and much more....
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http://www.smartgardeningtv.com
There's an old adage about new gardens, first year sleeps, second year creeps & third year leaps.Smart Gardening admires the wisdom in that. It applies to gardening television shows as well! Smart Gardening Season Three celebrates new friendships and 104 new stories for gardeners presented in high definition on your local public television station.
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Bali Handicraft Wholesale - Bali Art - Bali Wood Carving
Bali Handicraft Wholesale - Bali Art - Bali Wood Carving :: Bali handicraft wholesale bali handicraft supplier offering, wooden statue, bali mask, bali home decor, wood statue, abstract carving, bali handicraft, stone carving, bali pottery, animal carving
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Heated Carpets n Things
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UNSCENE NAVIGATOR
Featuring maps & guides to navigate through our urban environs, providing direct access to the best shopping, dining and entertainment in numerous cities accross the US, plus an online Calendar of events and newsletter.
http://www.unscene.com/

Sacred Art to live with and wear.
Sacred Silks designs and manufactures silk accessories for home décor, women, and men, that are inspired by the art and architecture of some of the world’s most prominent Sacred Sites.
http://www.sacredsilks.com/

The Tapestry House
Purveyors of fine quality wall tapestries and tapestry wall art for your home decor. Free shipping.
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Arrow Gift Shop - Minnetonka Moccasins, Gifts, Toys and Much More
Arrow Gift Shop offers hundred of gifts from Pirate adventure gifts to cowboy and indian toys. We have Minnetonka Moccasins and Teepee Creepers. We have Mara Coffee Mugs and Dish Sets. You will love our knights in shining armour
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Home Decor Bargains
Unique home decor and bedding superstore, offering a luxurious selection of name brands at down to earth prices.
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Antique Trunks and Chests From Eagle Trunk Designs
Authentic antique trunks and chests as well as other unique home and office decor. From nautical to medieval to rustic we can provide the perfect touch to your home or office decor.
http://www.eagletrunks.com/

Fabrics for home decor
Fabrics for home decor by Top Designers including Waverly PKaufmann and Duralee
http://tonysfabric.com

Music Boxes and Musical Gifts
Music Boxes 1000's Music Boxes to Treasure Huge selection ceramic music boxes include angel, carousels, instruments, custom, religious gifts, reuge and porter disc players, ballerina gifts pianos.
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Garden Accessories, Water Fountains, and Garden Decor
Add some fun and joy to your yard, patio, home, or garden with our garden decor accents, water fountains, home decor, yard ornaments, lawn decorations, and garden accessories.
http://www.water-fountains-and-garden-decor.com/

Candles and scent
Compraidee.it is a shop online. Here you can find and buy products for furnishings complement. All items are made in Italy. We try foreign vendors.
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Wholesale Gifts - A1A GiftsOnline.com
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The Avid Cat Store Search Engine
Your search engine to hundreds of online stores.
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Creating Home Decor
For do-it-yourself decorating and craft enthusiasts. Links, resources, how-to articles and free original decorating and home decor craft projects.
http://www.creatinghomedecor.com/

The Tipperary Stairs Company
Design and manufacturing of extremely high quality staircases and handrailing systems in glass steel and wood.
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An Elegant Connection
Handmade products include kitty cat draftstoppers, placemats, personalized keepsakes, framed angel poems, gel candles and seasonal.
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Harmony Cedar
Offers an assortment of handcrafted Amish furniture wooden and home decorations.
http://www.harmonycedar.com/