Traditional Now: Interiors by David Kleinberg (The Monacelli Press) is a book that recently came across my desk and caught my eye. I appreciate interior decorator David Kleinberg's ability to balance the modern and classic elements of design. Each room in this book contains a thoughtful approach to decorating that is elegant and refined.
1 This staircase features an artfully-designed cast-bronze railing. Artist Bill Sullivan contributed to the design.
2 To emulate an older look, Kleinberg finished new pine paneling in the library with a stain that gave it a worn appearance.
3 High-quality English and American antiques and custom upholstery contribute to the atmosphere of this cabin at the Alotian Golf Club in Little Rock, Arkansas.
4 The bed in this European-traditional room is nestled in an alcove.
5 This modern kitchen is at the heart of a home built in the 1800s. Just look at those wide-plank floors—stunning!
6 A mix of modern and traditional patterns and shapes makes this Park Avenue sitting room quintessentially New York.
7 Inside this barn-turned-pool house features polished cement floors and steel and glass siding doors.
8 This masculine bathroom was inspired by great Old World hotels, such as Claridge's in London and the Ritz in Paris.
9 This lighting design by Sharon Louden is truly a work of art. I like how Kleinberg opted for an unconventional table arrangement with two round tables.
Kevin Sharkey 
From: Rowaida Flayhan | 1/27/12 at 3:48 pm
hi Kevin,
Looks like a beautiful book. Love his taste in Decor, I have seen his work on House Beautiful and Architectural Digest. Beautiful!
Happy Friday and a wonderful weekend
Best Wishes
From: Anca Gagiuc | 5/7/12 at 3:51 am
“Beauty meets quality of life.” Modern, yet sophisticated in its sensibility.