Norman Shaw

Abstract

This Encyclopaedia of Interior Design features 500 + items complete with illustrations. It details an historical account of decoration and design from ancient times to contemporary movements. The descriptions about individuals include their biography, a chronological list of important works or a summary of their career, a primary and secondary bibliography, and an academic essay between 800 and 1500 words on their interior design work. Entries on style and topic feature an identifying headnote, a guide to main collections, a list of secondary sources, and a signed academic paper.