Drawing on a rich academic background in the decorative arts, Thomas Jayne brings a unique voice steeped in the history of interiors and objects to his work. His reverence for traditional ideas goes beyond simple replication. Rather he interprets them with a fresh modern hand, providing new meaning and relevance in the process.

The Well-Dressed Window: Curtains at Winterthur is a unique compendium of design and textile history and an invaluable resource for designers and homeowners alike.

Today Henry Francis du Pont, the force behind the transformation of Winterthur from a family house to the premier museum of American decorative arts, is recognized, along with Henry Davis Sleeper and Elsie de Wolfe, as one of the early leaders of interior design in this country.

Working with architects, curators, and antiques dealers, du Pont created some 175 room settings within the house. He assembled his rooms...