Interior Decoration For Australians
By RAAF Educational Services & Miss McDougall (Principal Of The Sydney Interior Decoration Studio)
Published by Authority Ramsay, Ware Publishing Pty Ltd: Melbourne 1945
Very Scarce Publication
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Interior Decoration for Australians, authored by Nora S. McDougall and published in 1945 by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Educational Services, is a 51-page guide aimed at assisting Australians—particularly returning service members and their families—in creating comfortable and aesthetically pleasing homes in the post-war era. Structured into eleven chapters, the book covers topics such as selecting furniture, understanding the impact of color, arranging furnishings, choosing fabrics, and optimizing kitchen spaces. It emphasizes practical advice tailored to the Australian climate and lifestyle, encouraging readers to develop a personal style that balances functionality with visual appeal.
McDougall, a graduate of the New York School of Fine and Applied Arts with further studies in Paris, brought international design perspectives to Australian audiences. Her work with the RAAF Educational Services was part of a broader initiative to provide vocational training and educational resources to service personnel transitioning back to civilian life. Through lectures, correspondence courses, and publications like this book, McDougall aimed to empower individuals—especially women—to make informed decisions about their living environments, fostering a sense of agency and creativity in domestic spaces.
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General wear and staining to covers as shown. Some very light water staining to pages with the majority of the book unaffected. No loose pages. No inscriptions. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
