Full-page photos showcase the interior decorating talents of Barry Dixon written by Brian D. Coleman, a psychiatrist based in Seattle and New York who has parlayed a second career based on his love for old homes. This volume offers inspiration via projects in a variety of settings including a modern cottage at Bethany Beach, a historic rowhouse in Washington D.C., and a high rise apartment in Chicago, among others. The projects are described in text and the photos are thoroughly captioned. A resources list gives website addresses for antiques, artisans, carpets, textiles, furniture, and showrooms. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)