Villa Decor: Decidedly French and Italian Style

by Betty Lou Phillips

In her newest book, Villa Décor, Betty Lou Phillips discusses how to mix styles, furnishings, inspirations, and colors from different eras and locations to create the looks for which the French and Italian people are known-wisps of elegance, hints of regal color, textures that delight and inspire. Villa Décor illustrates the mastery of the fabled French way of melding the past with the present so each is seen in the best possible light, as well as the uncanny Italian knack of linking rooms effortlessly with patterns and palettes without detracting from the furnishings or objets d'art, capturing a trend in American decorating. Betty Lou Phillips demonstrates how to virtuously juxtapose various periods and styles in widely diverse, satisfying rooms that are never dull or predictable. Quiet French elegance, Italian romance, and the simplicity of sweet life-la dolce vita. Author of Provencal Interiors, French Influences, and French by Design, Betty Lou Phillips is a professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers. Her design work has appeared in such publications as Southern Accents, Bedroom & Bath, Window & Wall, and Decorating, and has also graced many magazine covers. Her design talents have been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show and the Christopher Lowell Show. She lives in Dallas, Texas.

Genres: Interior Design

192 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2002

Reviews

[Carmen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I decided that I like the colors used in Italian decor. The French designs were too full, too many things for me. I did appreciate the v pages of definitions for different pieces of furniture. Great resource.

[susan roederer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again the author has done it!

Fun and fanciful usage of color and texture. You notice the accomplished of combining accessories, furniture pieces and fabrics, influenced from her travels. You shall have perfect enjoyment when studying these pages.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

Reading this doesn't help my expensive taste on a Walmart budget.

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a feast for the eyes and great for interior design ideas if Italian and French decor is your thing.