INTERIOR SPACES : A Pictorial Review of Significant Interiors in the U.S.A.

Melbourne, VIC, Australia: Images Publishing Group, 1992. 253pp., colour photographic illustrations throughout. Book clean, square. Spine firm. Gloss illustrated boards undamaged. Leaves clean. Illustrated dustjacket mildly edge-creased, several small indentations on spine, minor surface scuffs. Dual-language Introduction (English and Japanese), English and Japanese language Contents page, else all text in English. A stand-alone title in the 'International Spaces' series. "Outstanding achievements in interior architecture by American architects. Interior architecture, as opposed to decoration, is the creation of three-dimensional space that serves, and at best, enhances, the use for which it is created. Advances in ergonomics, coupled with increased sensitivity for the needs of persons with disabilities, have resulted in designs that are flexible and universally usable by all people. Likewise, growing concern for the quality of the indoor environment - air quality, lighting, efficient energy systems, and lowering of fire and seismic risks - has resulted in safer and more healthful interiors . . . " Contents include; Introduction (James P. Cramer), Commercial Spaces and Atriums, Hospitality Space and Restaurants, Leisure and Art Centers, Public and Special Purpose Spaces, Retail Space and Showrooms, Transport Facilities, Designers' Biographies, Index, Acks. Book weight approx. 1.66 KG. * Buyers outside Australia - This item will incur extra postage charges as it weighs over 1KG. Please email for quote. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Hardcover and Dustjacket. Very Good +/Very Good.