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The 1950s Home

Name: The 1950s Home
Author: Sophie Leighton
ISBN: 9780747807117

by Sophie Leighton

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Overview

In the aftermath of World War II, design was key to a new way of living as carefully thought-out principles were applied to new homes and commercial buildings across the country. From open plan living to new materials in buildings and furnishing, the 1950s marked a bright new era.

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About the Author, Sophie Leighton

Sophie Leighton has an MA in the History of Art from The Courtauld Institute and is now a curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum. The author lives in England.