Materials and Interior Design
Materials and Interior Design

Author: Lorraine Farrelly

Publisher: Laurence King Publishing

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 178067385X

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The choice of materials is critical to the success of an interior. This book examines every aspect of the the use of materials in interior design, from initial concept and selection to visual representation and practical application. Following a brief introduction, the first five sections offer historical context and detailed guidance on selection, application, representation, communication, and sources, while the sixth and final section features case studies by international interior designers. The book includes useful step-by-step sequences, information on properties and sustainability, and a list of resources, online archives and sample libraries. It is an invaluable practical and inspirational guide for interior design students.

Interior Design Materials and Specifications
Interior Design Materials and Specifications

Author: Lisa Godsey

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2012-12-14

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 1609012291

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Written from the viewpoint of the working designer, this textbook describes each material's characteristics and teaches students how to evaluate, select and specify materials.

Materials for Interior Environments
Materials for Interior Environments

Author: Corky Binggeli

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2013-08-26

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 1118421604

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Organized by types of materials and applications, this guide helps designers successfully address material evaluation and selection of interior components. Engagingly written, highly detailed, and helpfully illustrated with more than 550 color illustrations, Materials for Interior Environments is a comprehensive guide to everything a designer needs to know about the materials available for interiors—from aesthetic qualities to manufacturing and fabrication, applications, installation and maintenance, and specifications for materials used in commercial and residential applications.

Interior Materials & Surfaces
Interior Materials & Surfaces

Author: Helen Bowers

Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9781552979662

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Comprehensive reference to every type of surface material for floors, walls and ceilings. Interior surfaces add beauty, structure and comfort to homes. Available in a stunning range of natural and synthetic materials, these surfaces are both cosmetic and functional. Interior Materials and Surfaces covers the full range of home surfaces from three points of view: technical, practical and aesthetic. The book provides comprehensive details on each material, featuring their pros and cons, general uses, and alternative applications. Chapters cover a wide range of options for do-it-yourselfers and professionals alike: Wood -- hard and soft, wood composites and veneers Plastics, resins, rubber and linoleum Metals, iron, steel, copper, brass, aluminum, zinc, lead and gold leaf Glass Fabrics and papers Leather and suede Paints, varnishes, lacquers Stone, ceramics and tiles Concrete and cement Plaster and plaster composites. Each material is profiled with details about its properties, use and maintenance, safety tips, availability and relative cost. Jargon-free text with color photographs provide easy installation instructions and important advice on uses. Interior Materials and Surfaces is an indispensable guide for homeowners and for professional renovators, decorators, interior designers and stylists.

Materials and Components of Interior Design
Materials and Components of Interior Design

Author: J. Rosemary Riggs

Publisher:

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13:

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"If you're a student, designer, or prospective builder and you need concise, practical answers to questions on the issues of materials and their methods of installation, then look no further. The new 2nd Edition of Materials and Components of Interior Design gets down to the 'nuts and bolts' of the industry by fully covering all of the exciting finishing and structural materials available on the market today. Once you've read the 2nd edition, you'll be able to talk knowledgeably with architects and contractors about these materials, including their installation and maintenance. Then you can use your know-how to decide which materials and methods are best instead of what's the easiest to do." -- Back cover

Ceramic Material Systems
Ceramic Material Systems

Author: Martin Bechthold

Publisher: Birkhäuser

Published: 2015-08-31

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 3038210242

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Far beyond its long-standing decorative and protective use, architectural ceramics has matured into a material system of great potential. Triggered by material research, design computation and digital fabrication methods, the innovations in ceramic technology are enabling expanded applications for ceramics as a multi-functional, performative material system. Ceramic material systems comprise the full ecosystem from material extraction and processing to the assembly of construction elements and their eventual reuse and recycling. This book establishes the state of the art of this quickly emerging field, with a particular interest in presenting the knowledge needed for developing project-specific solutions that often involve custom ceramic elements. The authors provide a rigorous background of the materials and associated technologies as well as inspiration from the very best contemporary buildings using ceramic systems, along with an overview of emerging ceramic technologies and research. The main section of the book is supplemented with a descriptive and critically commented listing of the most interesting and innovative ceramic products on the market today, ranging from interior tile products to complex active façade systems and roof products.

Smart Materials in Architecture, Interior Architecture and Design
Smart Materials in Architecture, Interior Architecture and Design

Author: Axel Ritter

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2006-11-21

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 3764382279

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The use of smart materials in architecture is a dynamic and innovative area merging research, development, and use. Smart materials, with their reversible characteristics, respond to stimuli such as light, temperature, and electrical field by changing their form, color, viscosity, etc. One of the most fascinating developments is the advent of Phase Change Materials. These materials make it possible, for example, to develop self-acting, kinetic facades and wallpaper that changes its color and pattern based on temperature and light. The book presents the development of these materials and also describes their use in the contexts of architecture, design, and art. It offers a systematic overview with a detailed discussion of properties, technologies, products, and projects based on twenty groups of smart materials.

Material World 2
Material World 2

Author:

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2006-07-25

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 9783764372798

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Following the overwhelming success of Material World, European material experts MatériO have compiled and described innovative materials for architecture and design in the sequel: Material World 2. Once again architects, interior architects and designers can look up the ideal manufacturer, and gain inspiration for their building exteriors, interiors, and innovative products. Material World 2 is as comprehensive as the first volume: here architects and designers will find detailed product information, addresses, and contact details of manufacturers for every material featured. In addition, each material entry is accompanied by case studies, which show the material in specific applications.

Estimating for Interior Designers
Estimating for Interior Designers

Author: Carol A. Sampson

Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9780823016297

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The first edition of Estimating for Interior Designers quickly became the “bible” for interior designers everywhere. This completely updated and revised edition provides all the basic, nuts-and-bolts information readers expect, along with all-new sections on faux finishing, including trompe l'oeil; Roman shades; and using upholstery fabrics for drapery and bed coverings. There is also a completely new chapter on hard floor coverings, including marble, stone, wood, painted canvas, and vinyl. Of course, all materials and labor cost figures have been updated.

The Interior Design Directory
The Interior Design Directory

Author: Elizabeth Wilhide

Publisher: Quadrille Publishing

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781844007097

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The Interior Design Directory is a comprehensive guide to the very latest in materials technology, which has entered a whole new dimension in the last few years. Alongside tried-and-tested surfaces and finishes that have graced our interiors for centuries - fine hardwoods, polished stone, carpets and rugs - are exciting innovations that stretch our understanding of what a material can be. Concrete that is light and translucent, fabric that responds to its environment by lighting up, tiles that can be moved from place to place at will: what it is, where to get it, what to do with it - each material has its own comprehensive entry enabling you to fill your home with the very best of what is on offer.The book is divided into four parts, opening with a section on classic natural and composite materials including wood and stone, brick, ceramic, and carpet. The next two sections deal with crossovers from industrial to domestic - building materials that have been refined and updated for home use from glass, concrete and metal to rubber and tiles. The final section is devoted to sustainable materials, as we are all increasingly aware of the environmental impact of our choices, and looks at wood alternatives, eco glass, recycled fabric and natural textiles. Throughout the book, smart design, photographs of contemporary interiors and detailed close-ups of each material make this as visually inspiring as it is unfailingly practical.