Judith Gura is a Professor of design history and theory, and author of critically–praised books on interior design, Scandinavian furniture and furniture styles.

BIO

JUDITH GURA is a professor of design history and theory, directing the design history program at the New York School of Interior Design. She is the author of critically-praised books on interior design, Scandinavian furniture and furniture styles. Her articles have appeared in the country’s most prominent design and arts publications, and she lectures frequently on a variety of design subjects. She has degrees from Cornell University and the Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts.

“An articulate speaker and engaging author, Judith puts the decorative arts into a context relevant for contemporary audiences.” – Lisa Beth Podos, Former Director of Public Program, The Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts, Design, and Culture

"JUDITH GURA’S KNOWLEDGE AND INNOVATIVE WRITING IS KNOWN TO EVERY SCANDINAVIAN WITH AN INTEREST IN SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN TRADITION. ..[SHE] HAS BEEN AN INTRODUCER OF
SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN CULTURE … TO THE AMERICAN PUBLIC."
–Olle Wästberg, Director General, Swedish Institute. Former Consul General of Sweden in New York

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