China Modern

Chinese interior design is a kaleidoscope of competing influences: scholarly gardens and opium dens, imperial palaces alongside concrete-and-steel high rises and rural simplicity contrasting with urban chaos. Photographed in locations as diverse as Shanghai, New York, Hong Kong and London, China Style (Periplus Editions) reveals how Chinese tradition is being reinterpreted to p...(展開全部) Chinese interior design is a kaleidoscope of competing influences: scholarly gardens and opium dens, imperial palaces alongside concrete-and-steel high rises and rural simplicity contrasting with urban chaos. Photographed in locations as diverse as Shanghai, New York, Hong Kong and London, China Style (Periplus Editions) reveals how Chinese tradition is being reinterpreted to produce fresh and dynamic design ideas. Showcasing 36 stunning interiors, many never before photographed. Photography by Michael Freeman. http://www.sharonleece.com/ Sharon Leece moved to Hong Kong in 1994 and since that time has been working as a writer and editorial consultant focusing on design, architecture, lifestyle and travel. She is author of two books to date, "China Style" and "China Modern," which showcase cutting-edge designs in China, Hong Kong and globally. Formerly Editor-in-Chief of ELLE Decoratio...(展開全部) http://www.sharonleece.com/ Sharon Leece moved to Hong Kong in 1994 and since that time has been working as a writer and editorial consultant focusing on design, architecture, lifestyle and travel. She is author of two books to date, "China Style" and "China Modern," which showcase cutting-edge designs in China, Hong Kong and globally. Formerly Editor-in-Chief of ELLE Decoration Hong Kong magazine, she helped launch ELLE Decoration China and continues to contribute to the development of both magazines. She writes articles for leading lifestyle publications in Asia, including the South China Morning Post newspaper. Books she has edited include The Drago