This compilation features home Interior Design and decorating ideas from the 1950s – 1960s. Topics include, color theory, paint color selection, re-modeling, designer products, function vs. utility, painting, and the American obsession with style and relaxation. Table Of Contents: (1) Something New From Something Old (1958) – This fun story is about a couple with “more love than money,” who decide to fix up their New York City apartment. The film discusses some vintage furniture remodeling techniques, painting, and sewing styles to add flavor to a room on a budget – 13 Minutes (2) American Look (1958) – This propaganda film promotes style and beauty as a great source happiness. The film shows some of the work of early interior designers and focuses on how to make your personal environment an enjoyable one – 28 Minutes (3) Color Harmony for Your Home (1956) – This stylish film promotes the Colorizer Paint Store, where “you’ll find what you’re looking for.” The film discusses basic Interior Design principles with a focus on harmonizing colors – 20 Minutes (4) Color Keying in Art and Living (1950) – This educational film begins by explaining the basics of light and the visible light spectrum. As the film progresses, the focus turns to color keying and the science of color manipulation to draw the eyes to given point or to evoke a controlled emotional response – 10 Minutes (5) The Hillsborough with New Hideaway Styling (1959) – This sales film promotes the new “Hillsborough” hideaway television, which folds into a coffee table – 2 Minutes (6) Let Yourself Go (1940) – The focus of this film is on how to create a relaxing environment by utilizing space properly and minimizing distractions – 8 Minutes (7) Once Upon a Honeymoon (1956) – This playful musical promotes a new line of colored telephones as both useful and a nice addition to any room – 14 Minutes
Classic Interior Design Films DVD: 1950s – 1960s Home House Interior Design Styles, Ideas, Images Photos History Films
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