Brian J. McCarthy .... "Interior Design is an Art Form"

"I don't mind doing less properly 

rather 

than more poorly."

I just received a copy of Brian McCarthy's

first design book and it is lush!
The title
Luminous Interiors
is perfect for the nine beautiful 
projects that are included.

Nothing would prepare a person

for a career in interior design better
than working for Parish-Hadley,
 which is where Brian began his path 
after attending
 Pratt Institute in Brooklyn.

Brian believes in the architecture 
of an interior and the knowledge
of style and history.

There is the inclusion of exciting details

such as lacquered walls,

 gilt, Venetian plaster, custom woodwork and

all the touches that add unequaled richness to

 the residences he puts his hand to. 

He has knowledge of fine art that is 

only garnered by

 years of traveling. 

There is his desire to find the work of

artisans from around the world to add

touches that are are a notch

 above the usual.

 His extensive knowledge of all

periods of design is so evident and

well thought out.

"It's all about the homeowner."

No truer words can be said.  So many

projects are done with the vision of the designer 

and the home owner gets 

left behind.

Not so with Mr. McCarthy.

One client included 35 trips to

Europe to find the perfect

elements for their project.

 Included in this book is his apartment

 in New York City

and his country house in 

The Hudson Valley.

This was my favorite as I have seen his

house when visiting Ulster County

and know exactly the view that

sold him on this spot to put down roots.

  Brian's gardens were

done in conjunction with 

Marge Brower of 

Back To The Garden

who is one of the best landscape

designers in the area.

They get better with every season!

 I know there are lots of fabulous books 

on the shelves this season, but

I highly recommend 

Luminous Interiors 

as an addition to any 

designer's library.

Many thanks to Sarah Burningham of 

Little Bird Publicity

for advancing this preview

 to me.