Learn how color, light, and texture shape a room’s mood and daily life.
This practical guide shows you how to choose and apply wall-coverings for lasting cheerfulness and harmony.
The book examines how wall-decorating affects a home’s atmosphere, arguing that color and design do more than ornament a room. It offers clear guidance on achieving Cheerfulness, Restfulness, and Harmony through thoughtful wall-covering choices, lighting, and room layout. Readers will find practical ideas that balance cost, aesthetics, and daily comfort, from selecting tones to understanding how wall-differences influence mood.
Topics covered include how to use color for different lighting, the role of dominant colors, and how to pair walls with draperies, floors, and furniture. It also explains how to correct room shape and light with pattern, stripes, and friezes, plus tips on avoiding overpowering color for steady, inviting spaces.
- How color and light shape mood and readability of a room
- Ways to choose wall-coverings for different exposures and room sizes
- Guidelines on paper quality, coating, weight, and durability
- Practical steps for planning, measuring, and hanging wallpaper
Ideal for homeowners, designers, and anyone reimagining an interior, this edition helps you create a welcoming, balanced home environment.