Suzanne Trocme Knihy

Designed to be informative, as well as visually stimulating, this book offers the best and latest solutions to both old and new interior design problems and queries. By featuring real-life locations and clear detailed photographs, the book shows how people have actually tackled projects, such as re-fitting or re-designing a room, or selecting the light fittings or door handles to suit a scheme. They also give an indication of how the owners planned and executed the task. The text gives guidelines as to what the people involved in the project have learned in the process and pointers to possible pitfalls and danger areas to avoid. With photographs of beautifully designed interiors, this guide explains and shows how to tackle the development and styling of a room. Suzanne Trocmé is a writer and journalist specialising in interior design. She is Architecture and Design Editor of Wallpaper* magazine. Her previous books include Hot Homes, Classic Chic, she lives in London.

‘I admire Suzanne Trocmé’s attitudes, words and ideas. I respect and admire that she can see so many things clearly that apparently contradict each other, but which are for me the keys of today’s and tomorrow’s sensitivity.’ – Andrée Putman. Classic chic embodies timeless elegance, akin to the ‘little black dress’ in fashion. It showcases sophisticated accessories that enhance a space while allowing natural lines and classic beauty to shine through in their simplicity. This style radiates quality and durability, remaining unaffected by fleeting trends. What sets it apart, and how can it be achieved? Suzanne Trocmé delves into these questions, blending design principles with practical applications and showcasing exemplary interiors from renowned designers and architects. The exploration covers architecture, space, shape, color, and texture, while investigating specific elements like furniture fabric and ornamentation. Drawing on both modern and historical inspirations, Trocmé distills the essence of chic. With over 300 specially commissioned photographs and a directory of resources and designers, this work is essential for homeowners, enthusiasts, and designers alike.