Ilse Crawford Knihy

A complete monograph of Van Duysen’s work, including his domestic architecture, office and commercial spaces, and furniture and decorative objects. For over two decades, Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen has created a body of work that is at once sublime and rich, minimal yet tactile. In a series of exquisite houses and residences from the Low Countries to America, Van Duysen has reduced living space to its elemental form while using a refined palette of materials that ensure the highest emotional response.As Ilse Crawford, former editor of Elle Decoration , whose own home was refashioned by Van Duysen, writes in her foreword, “ You are not just impressed by the beauty of the spaces but by the memory of the details and the feeling of the materials.”Here are more than thirty projects, many accompanied by specially commissioned photographs taken by Alberto Piovano. The book includes tributes by leading international architects David Adjaye and Michael Gabellini, fashion designer Ann Demeulemeester, and furniture designer Patricia Urquoila, all of whom provide insights into Van Duysen’s work. This book reveals to the full why he has become such a cult figure in international architecture and design. 250 color and 50 black-and-white illustrations

Offers guidance in achieving an atmosphere that is visually pleasing, sweet-smelling, airy and spacious, yet at the same time, warm and comforting, relaxing and energizing. This book looks at Light, Space, Comfort & Texture, Harmony & Balance, Peace, Sustenance, Energy & Spirit, and shows how to plan, decorate and arrange your home.

Ilse Crawford's influential and holistic design philosophy prioritizes human experience, blending interior design, architecture, and product design. Her award-winning studio, Studioilse, emphasizes sensory engagement and human context in creating spaces that resonate emotionally. This book showcases her diverse portfolio, including residential and commercial projects, highlighting her focus on materials and textures that cater to human needs. With contributions from Crawford and design critic Edwin Heatcote, this volume is a significant reflection on her impact on contemporary design.