Luminous Interiors

by Brian J. McCarthy, Bunny Williams (Foreword by)

Overview

In the tradition of Parish Hadley alumni such as Bunny Williams and David Easton, renowned interior designer Brian J. McCarthy creates dynamic personalities within each home he designs. Known for his attention to detail and love of texture, he brings a refreshing, unique perspective to each of his projects, living and working by the motto that no two homes are ever alike. This beautiful volume explores nine of his favorite projects around the country, from the Hamptons to Southern California. Gorgeous, inspiring photographs, alongside McCarthy's personal, informative text, take the reader through his creative process, offering insight into his inspiration and the design decisions by which his plans become reality. Meticulously layering interior architecture, finishes, furniture, art, and decorating objects, McCarthy creates rooms that seem to have lived lives of their own.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781617690433
Publisher:	ABRAMS
Publication date:	11/05/2013
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	11.80(w) x 11.80(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

A former partner of the legendary design firm Parish-Hadley, award-winning designer Brian J. McCarthy graduated from New York City's Pratt Institute and has worked on projects around the world. In 2005, McCarthy designed the private quarters and refurbished the State Rooms in Winfield House, the official residence of the Ambassador to the Court of St. James. Additionally, he has designed an array of stunning private residences, many for clients so high profile they wish to remain anonymous. McCarthy is a member of Elle Decor's A-List, and his work has been featured in many publications, including House Beautiful, Elle Decor, New York Magazine (100 Best), the New York Times, and Veranda, as well as in several books.

Editorial Reviews

When Elle Décor recently named New York-based designer Brian J. McCarthy to their coveted A List, they noted that he "draws inspiration from the culture and elegance of European living, but distilled through an American thought process." That combination of history, functionality, and comfort gains impressively visible in his justly titled Luminous Interiors debut book. This sumptuous coffee-table pictorial focuses on nine McCarthy projects, each of which guides readers through the creative process and design decisions of the former Parish Hadley partner. His richly detailed commentary gives readers a rare opportunity to understand how design is created from the inside.