Judith Gura is a Professor of design history and theory, and author of critically–praised books on interior design, Scandinavian furniture and furniture styles.

BOOKS

	NEW THIS FALL New York Interior Design, 1935-1985 (2 volumes) Volume I, Inventors of Tradition Volume II, Masters of Modernism This two-volume work traces the history of interior design during five decades in New York, recounting the development of the schools, the organizations, the media and the marketing that fueled the growth of the profession. It tells the intriguing stories of the most illustrious designers of the time, from early celebrities like Billy Baldwin, Michael Greer and William Pahlmann to memorable stars like Angelo Donghia, Jay Spectre and Mark Hampton, to living ones like Mario Buatta, Albert Hadley and Juan Montoya. Illustrated by some 600 photographs and drawings, almost all in color, in a cornucopia of styles, from classic traditional to cutting-edge minimalist. Acanthus Press, 2008 MORE INFORMATION BUY NOW “These are books the industry’s been waiting for, by one of the foremost authorities in the field. It’s about time!” – Cindy Allen, Editor in Chief, Interior Design
	Sourcebook of Scandinavian Furniture: Designs for the 21st Century The first summary of modern Scandinavian design in more than two decades, this book presents the history of Nordic design and illustrates, in color, more than 500 of the most noteworthy current furniture pieces culled from the current production of more than 70 individual manufacturers, from large to studio-size in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Iceland. It highlightings the versatility of Scandinavian designs for residential interiors, from contemporary classics by internationally-famous names to cutting-edge creations by a new generation of innovators in the global marketplace. W.W. Norton, 2007 MORE INFORMATION BUY NOW “[a] stunning publication…in itself a work of art,” – Susan Soros, Director, Bard Graduate Center “it is impossible to imagine [Scandinavian furniture] being given a more thorough or more attractive presentation,” – Stanley Abercrombie, author, Interior Design & Decoration
	Guide to Period Styles for Interiors This compact but comprehensive book is an overview of the major design periods, from 17th century Baroque through 20th century minimalism into the 21st century’s edgy eclectic design. In clear, concise chapters, it gives the background and characteristics of each style, the look of the interiors, and the identifying features of the major furnishings. IIlustrated by full-page color photographs of interiors, examples of furniture forms typical of each style, as well as sample textile patterns and color palettes and original drawings of furniture and ornamental details. Includes a useful glossary of design terms. Harry N. Abrams, 2005 MORE INFORMATION BUY NOW “an essential, historically literate and graciously written guide” – Steven Mansbach, Ph.D., Professor of the History of 20th Century Art, University of Maryland “exemplary in both clarity and emphasis on visual character … simply, intelligently and beautifully executed” – Interior Design Magazine “a useful and colorful reference work,” – John Pile, author, A History of Interior Design
	House Beautiful Lighting Hearst Publishing, 2002 MORE INFORMATION House Beautiful Art: Decorating with Art at Home Hearst Publishing, 2001 MORE INFORMATION
	“American Women in Interior Design, 1950-Present,” in Women Designers in the USA, 1900-2000: Diversity and Difference Yale University Press, 2000 MORE INFORMATION BUY NOW
	Edward Wormley: The Other Face of Modernism Lin/Weinberg Gallery, 1997 MORE INFORMATION