European Decoration

Vintage hardcover book, European Decoration: Creative Contemporary Interiors. A Bernier Book, published by Reynal & Co. in association with William Morrow & Co., New York, 1969. First English edition, 185 pages.

A vivid survey of postwar European interiors, this visually striking volume captures the eclectic spirit of mid-century design across the continent. Featuring selections from the influential art and design journal L’ŒIL, the book explores a wide range of styles—from avant-garde experiments in form and color to refined updates of classical interiors—all united by a spirit of bold innovation and expressive individuality.

“Creative contemporary interiors”—each space in this volume is a master class in pushing the boundaries of traditional decoration. With full-color photography and rich editorial curation, this edition offers a rare window into the evolving aesthetics of late 1960s Europe, where architecture, art, and lifestyle converge.