With an in-depth knowledge of periods and styles, Watson is known for his meticulously researched designs. His rooms always make architectural sense and his work is often inspired by collaborations with architects. Watson strives to uncover and recognize the special qualities found in historic structures and furnishings, and to preserve them while moving them forward into the present. Watson s interiors are noted for their calm and lightness of being, which he achieves through a gracious sense of proportion and a harmonious continuity via subtle repetitions in color, pattern, material, and silhouette. Whether a light and airy seaside home in Connecticut or a modern renovation of a barn in Napa Valley, Watson explains how he translates each owner s lifestyle, the house s history, and the setting into a highly original form of elegance. Also, for the first time, Watson invites into his own homes his richly layered apartment in Manhattan and his light and airy East Hampton retreat featuring his own landscaped gardens discussing how he achieves design harmony and how anyone can discover his or her own. Beautifully photographed and with Watson s thoughtful texts, this inspiring book is a must-have for interior design lovers.
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"Beautifully photographed and with Watson's thoughtful texts, this inspiring book is a must-have for interior design lovers." - THE TARTAN TOPIARY
"With breathtaking photography and thoughtful narration, Watson invites readers to intimate moments in a world of refined design, including a rare glimpse inside his own beautifully curated homes." - CURATED TEXAN
"New York-based designer Marshall Watson delivers a masterclass on understated elegance in his second decorating book. Watson walks through his design principles, explaining how he translates each client's taste into decor while still honoring the home's rich history and environments. Plus, Watson offers exclusive looks into his own homes, a layered Manhattan apartment and a breezy East Hampton escape." - VERANDA
"Watson's timeless interiors draw on his knowledge of history, impeccable eye for detail, and ability to listen keenly to his clients and respond to the architecture and environment, as evidenced by the wide range of locations in these 14 homes-from a waterfront Hawaiian villa to an exquisite Manhattan jewel box." - FREDERIC MAGAZINE
"Watson explains how he translates each owner's lifestyle, the house's history, and the setting into a highly personal form of elegance." - INCOLLECT.COM
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Höhe: 316 mm
Breite: 269 mm
Dicke: 37 mm
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978-0-8478-4370-1 (9780847843701)
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New York designer Marshall Watson received a degree in design from Stanford University. In 1986, he founded his design firm, Marshall Watson Interiors. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Veranda, House Beautiful, House & Garden, Luxe, Hamptons Cottages & Gardens, The New York Times, and Traditional Home. He also received Traditional Home's "Designer of the Year" award and has been featured on Luxe's Gold List. Watson has produced signature lines for Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman and Doris Leslie Blau. He lives in New York City and East Hampton.
