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Examines some of the designs created over the centuries in the nineties, as one century prepared to enter the next. Describes each period and why certain designs and styles were created.

Photo essay with text of the London, England townhouse of decorator David Roos. Bold, theatrical decorative effects; Contrasting, rich colors; Architectural features; Neoclassical furniture.

Describes space-saving solutions for homes from centuries past. Towers in Italy; Georgian town house; Efficiency of Shaker homes; Monticello; More.

Reports on the restoration of American Colonial and English Georgian houses. Period homes reflect the life of the past; Styles and tastes of the past adapted to the present; Style and historic charm appreciated; 18th century simplicity an ideal of good taste.