Terence Conran's DIY by design

by Terence Conran

This book develops the principles of basic home improvement to show how to build essential fixtures that combine economy and style. Each section of the book begins with a selection of photographs and advice, and then provides full instructions for a range of original Conrad-designed projects that include a serene "Japanese screen" wardrobe, a kitchen, a tiled bathroom, a bed and wall of display shelving.

Genres: Nonfiction, Design

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1989

About the author

Sir Terence Conran was educated at Bryanston School, Dorset, and trained as a textile designer at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in London. Hand in hand with his much-publicized career as an arbiter of good taste for a whole generation goes a career in cookery and restaurant management. Having learned the basic skills in the kitchens of a two-star Parisian establishment, he opened several small restaurants in London.These were later sold to finance his fast-expanding furniture business, from which grew the hugely successful Habitat stores. No-one has had a greater influence on contemporary living style than Conran. From the outset of his career, in the brilliant era of the '60s, he devoted his talents to interpreting the home-making aspirations of the bright, busy people of his generation - and to providing them with an excellence of craftsmanship and design at a price they could afford.

Reviews

[Apryl Anderson]

the Book of Shelves. London flat 1990. This doesn't apply in the dust of Provence.

[Bookish Enchantment (Katherine Quirke) · Rating 3 out of 5]

We have had this book for many years. Some lovely ideas - most we are yet to try. Always read when a new project is on the go.

[Caitlin · Rating 4 out of 5]

We built our kitchen using the plans from this book and very happy we are with it too! I think that's a pretty strong recommendation in itself :-)

[Michael Heath-Caldwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting book on interior design.