October, i 9 i 6 
35 
A LITTLE PORTFOLIO OF GOOD INTERIORS 
Of the nine rooms shown in the Portfolio this month, three are distinct studies in period decoration: the others 
illustrate decorative methods that undoubtedly will Prove of value to the householder who contemplates 
refurnishing this autumn. For further information write House & Garden, 440 Fourth Avenue, New York City 
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Kenneth Murchison, architect 
W. & J. Sloane, decorators 
The couches, woodwork and 
hangings impart to this room 
a distinct William and Mary 
feeling. The furniture is ma¬ 
hogany and walnut. The 
woodwork, gumwood in nat¬ 
ural color waxed. On the 
walls is a striped rough silk 
of the same tone. Gay chintz 
hangings add color notes. The 
predominate scheme through¬ 
out is antique blue 
Addison Mizner, architect 
In the time of Hepplewhite 
architecture was strongly in¬ 
fluenced by Adam designs. 
The above dining-room shows 
the two in perfect accord. The 
background and mantel are 
Adam; the mobiliary furni¬ 
ture, Hepplewhite: barred, 
shield-back chairs with tap¬ 
ered legs, and curves in strict 
subservience to straight lines 
