Illusion In Design: New Trends in Architecture and Interiors

Illusion in Design: New Trends in Architecture and Interiors
Author: Paul Gunther and Gay Giordano
IBSN: 9780847871292

This captivating book delves into the fascinating world of illusion in design, showcasing how contemporary architects, interior designers, and furniture designers manipulate reality for aesthetics, practicality, or fun. From a faux bookcase concealing a hidden room or Prohibition-style bar, to the mesmerising Escher-like effects by Casa Ceramica, whose floor appears to dip and rise but is actually flat, this book is both revelatory and inspiring. It demonstrates that nearly anything is possible if it can be imagined—even in our own homes.

The authors explore residences around the world, as well as spaces beyond the home, employing a variety of surprising techniques. The book features projects by emerging designers like Studio Malka and Vector Architects, alongside works by established figures such as Ferguson & Shamamian, G. P. Schafer, Peter Pennoyer, Robert A. M. Stern, and others.