Instant Interiors: Quick Fix, Cheap Chic, Fast Style

by Randall, Richard

• ISBN13: 9780715310960
• ISBN10: 0715310968
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-07-01
• Publisher: F & W Media Inc

Summary

Bursting with more ideas than cash? Desperate for an instant re-style? Interior designer Richard Randall shares his secrets and down-to-earth decorating advice in this collection of hip and easy ideas. From fast fabric wall hangings to funky party lighting, every project is fast, simple and inexpensive. A must for the cash-strapped, style conscious decorator.

Author Biography

Following an early career in set design for the retail fashion world, Richard Randall gained a following in the field of interior design with his regular appearances on television's Big Breakfast and the BBC's DIY SOS. Richard contributes articles to a variety of national publications such as Living etc and writes a monthly column for Homes & Ideas. Richard lives in Birmingham

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 6
Walls and floors	p. 14
Quick fixes for walls and floors	p. 16
Connecting frames	p. 22
Retro rug	p. 26
Contemporary canvases	p. 30
Windows	p. 34
Ways with windows	p. 36
Minimalist blind	p. 40
Draped sheers	p. 44
Bamboo blind	p. 48
Concealment	p. 52
Clever cover-ups	p. 54
Radiator cover	p. 58
Trellis screen	p. 62
Fabric panel with pockets	p. 66
Storage	p. 70
Stylish storage solutions	p. 72
Customized shelving	p. 76
Folding shelf-unit	p. 80
Cd holder	p. 84
Furniture	p. 88
Fast furniture	p. 90
Op-art bench	p. 96
Dining table	p. 100
Cage coffee-table	p. 104
Lighting	p. 108
The lowdown on lighting	p. 110
Block taper-holder	p. 114
Industrial-style lamp	p. 118
Chicken-wire globe	p. 122
Resources	p. 126
Index	p. 127
Acknowledgements	p. 128
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