Sharon Leece Libri

Chinese interior design is a kaleidoscope of competing scholarly gardens versus opium dens, imperial palaces standing side-by-side with concrete-and-steel high rises, and rural simplicity contrasting urban chaos. China Style looks at interiors that draw from this vivid and powerful tradition. It includes examples of Shanghai Art Deco and the unique Peranakan shop house, as well as modern clubs sumptuously furnished with glittering fabrics and Chinese design motifs, minimalistic glass houses, and restaurants with a cultural-revolution flair. Photographed in locations as diverse as Shanghai, New York, Hong Kong, and Minneapolis, China Style shows how Chinese tradition is constantly being reinterpreted to produce a fresh and dynamic style of contemporary design.

The book explores the innovative landscape of Chinese interior design, highlighting the blend of traditional aesthetics with modern materials and techniques. It showcases a range of homes across Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, reflecting diverse lifestyles and design philosophies. From modernist villas to refurbished courtyards, the interiors reveal a unique identity that marries China's rich cultural heritage with contemporary trends. The narrative captures the dynamic evolution of design in one of the world's most rapidly changing nations.