Architecture: interior design Books
Hardie Grant Books (UK) Kaleidoscope: Modern Homes in Every Colour
Book SynopsisJoyful case studies of homes that range from lightly speckled to heavily doused in colour with interviews from the renowned designers that created them, Kaleidoscope explores ways to use colour in the home, enticing readers into the world of the happy hued house. By covering 20 of the world’s most inspiring, colourful homes and talking to the interior designers, stylists and creatives behind them, interiors journalist Amy Moorea Wong explores how to incorporate pigment into interiors projects, the easy steps to embracing colour indoors and the modern twists to make every room pop. Banish the beige, the greys and the creams! The colour movement is here, welcoming colour into the home whether it be brilliantly bright and bold, or soothing, subtle and subdued. The cool, contemporary home is a space filled with happy, life-affirming hues that create both a relaxing sanctuary and a space that is fizzing with life, joy, creativity and surprise. Forget fleeting Instagram trends and discover the palette that works with your surroundings and light as well as representing your personality, and delivering a boost of positivity.
£26.40
ACC Art Books Moody Blooms: Designing With Nature
Book Synopsis"It’s an evocative, inspiring mood board of a book." — Andreina Cordani, Reclaim Magazine "Decorating with flowers – on everything from walls and windows to sofas and floors – will bring magic and romance to any space." — Mail on Sunday's You Magazine "In keeping with the typical Tricia Guild style, a penchant for color and patterns (mixes) runs through the 239 pages of "Moody Blooms",..." — Anarchitecturallife.com In the designs of Tricia Guild, atmosphere is everything. Patterns, colour, texture, furniture and furnishings interweave to create spaces that have all the depth and meaning of installation art. Yet just as an outfit never feels complete without a spritz of scent, a room without plants is only nearly complete. Only nearly perfect. At Designers Guild, Tricia Guild uses flowers, leaves and stems to enhance a room’s mood, bringing soul to the spaces we live in. A flower has many spirits over the course of its life, from the promise of those first pristine and innocent buds, to the resplendent joy of full blooms and the wistful glory as they fade. The cycle of nature provides an ever-evolving muse for Tricia Guild. Her latest book explores how blooms can evoke emotion, presenting a plethora of inspirational designs that breathe fresh life into our homes and workspaces. Trade Review"It’s an evocative, inspiring mood board of a book." - Andreina Cordani, Reclaim Magazine"Decorating with flowers – on everything from walls and windows to sofas and floors – will bring magic and romance to any space." - Mail on Sunday's You Magazine"Legendary textile designer Tricia Guild's work celebrates the beauty of nature - here she looks at the colour, shape and form of flowers and how they give soul to the spaces we live in." - Homes & Garden"For her 20th book, Tricia Guild shares her fascination for plants, flowers in particular." [Translated from French via Google Translate] - CoteParis France"Tricia Guilds knows a thing or two about decorating with florals. It's the signature motif of her home and lifestyle brand Designers Guild, as well as the subject of her latest book, 'Moody Blooms'." - Elle Decoration"In keeping with the typical Tricia Guild style, a penchant for color and patterns (mixes) runs through the 239 pages of "Moody Blooms", which is illustrated with a wealth of atmospheric photos by James Merrell. But there are also more reduced interiors in which a few flowers or leaves serve as eye-catchers." - Anarchitecturallife.com
£28.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Shades of White: Serene Spaces for Effortless
Book SynopsisShades of White is a pure celebration of all the brilliant white hues, and how they work in harmony with different textures inside the home. White is magical. It can illuminate a space, or it can be a blank slate, allowing other décor in the room to shine. Whether your style is rustic, modern, romantic, vintage or classic, Fifi O'Neill will show you that there is a perfect shade of white for you. With beautiful commissioned photography, Fifi showcases twelve dazzling homes that have mastered using shades of white throughout. From fresh to cosy, sophisticated to shabby chic, white is classy, adaptable and timeless. Shades of White showcases interior inspiration for using white in any setting, pairing the infinite shades with different textures such as wood and metal, or even with other colours, to create stylish and stunning interiors.
£21.25
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Rachel Ashwell: My Floral Affair: Whimsical
Book SynopsisDiscover Rachel Ashwell’s floral inspirations and the unique touch she brings to interiors in her first book dedicated to flowers, a deeply-held passion come to life. Flowers and floral decoration are at the core of Rachel Ashwell’s world and her designs. From her showcase rose garden in California, she set out with photographer Amy Neunsinger to capture the full-blown romance of the quintessential English country house, the dramatic colourways of northern Europe, and the faded opulence of a Parisian apartment. This is the story of that magical journey, which takes us through a variety of beautiful spaces large and small, some ornate and others simple. Every aspect of floral accents is showcased, from wallpaper to fabrics, floors to ceilings, architectural details, lighting and, of course, flower arrangements, some breathtaking and some simple… but all beautiful in their own right. First published in 2018, this is a new edition.
£28.00
Granta Books The Memory Palace: A Book of Lost Interiors
Book SynopsisThe rooms we live in are always more than just four walls. As we decorate these spaces and fill them with objects and friends, they shape our lives and become the backdrop to our sense of self. One day, the houses will be gone, but even then, traces of the stories and the memories they contained will remain. In this dazzling work of imaginative re-construction, Edward Hollis takes us to the sites of five great spaces now lost to history and pieces together the fragments he finds there to re-create their vanished chambers. From Rome's Palatine to the old Palace of Westminster and the Petit Trianon at Versailles, and from the sets of the MGM studios in Hollywood to the pavilions of the Crystal Palace and his own grandmother's sitting room, The Memory Palace is a glittering treasure trove of luminous forgotten places and the people who, for a short time, made them their home.
£9.49
Countryside Books Victorian Gothic House Styles
Book SynopsisGothic style transformed the urban landscape from the mid 19th century. In this new book, discover how leading architects reinterpreted Medieval buildings to create a dynamic style which spread from Victorian England to the other side of the Atlantic. In this full colour illustrated guide the author uses his own drawings and photographs to show the reader some of the leading buildings of the time, and explain how to identify the style on more ordinary houses and how to recognise the details inside and out which characterise it. Trevor Yorke is a hugely popular artist and writer about architectural themes. His books include British Architectural Styles; Georgian & Regency Houses Explained , and Art Deco House Styles.
£7.55
Merrell Publishers Ltd Dream Rooms: Inspirational Interiors from 100
Book SynopsisWith an extraordinary array of ravishing interiors from 100 contemporary homes of all styles around the world, Dream Rooms is a sumptuous sourcebook that will spark countless new ideas for transforming any and every room in the home. From stylish ways to give a living-room a new lease of life to the fusion of practicality and clever design that makes a kitchen the hub of a house, this book offers a wealth of possibilities. More than 800 brand-new inspirational images by renowned photographer Andreas von Einsiedel showcase an astonishing range of beautiful bedrooms, living-rooms, dining-rooms, working areas, kitchens, halls and stairways, bathrooms and outdoor spaces, while Johanna Thornycroft pinpoints the key characteristics of each look. Clearly organized by room, and focusing on such themes as colour, pattern, furniture and lighting, this glorious book is the ultimate reference for anyone seeking to turn their vision for their favourite room into a gorgeous and abiding reality. AUTHOR: Andreas von Einsiedel has specialized in interiors photography for the past 20 years, and is a regular contributor to the World of Interiors, House & Garden, Architectural Digest and other titles in the United States, Australia and Europe. He has photographed subjects for more than 20 books. Johanna Thornycroft is a freelance writer and journalist who regularly contributes design features to newspapers and interiors magazines worldwide, and the author of several books. SELLING POINTS: . The latest dazzling companion to Merrell's bestselling Dream Homes, More Dream Homes and Dream Homes Country . Presents a multitude of decoration ideas to suit every taste . An essential reference for anyone wanting to transform any space in their home 800 colour
£22.46
Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd Interior Design: Planning to Succeed
Book SynopsisCovering a diverse range of typologies, this book provides a detailed analysis of different interior design projects, guiding the reader through the development of each design. Complete with before and after plans and laden with glossy photographs to illustrate the end result, this book forms an important go-to guide for students of interior design. Each project includes an informative discussion and also an analysis of the functional areas of the interior space, and the decision-making process behind how the placement of furniture and establishment of walking flow was made. With insights from world-famous interior designers, this book forms a valuable reference and source guide for any students of interior design.
£22.50
Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd Classic Kitchens for Modern Living
Book SynopsisClassic, refined, and alluring are just some of the ways to describe Sarah Blank Design Studio’s timeless kitchen designs. Sarah Blank’s vast expertise in the classicist language spanning many decades and her creative vision for contemporary elegance form the basis of her understanding that a beautiful and functional kitchen is not only an integral part of the architecture of the house, but the very heart of the home. She incorporates a set of rules and principles in her work that are imperative to beautiful and functional design, mastering some of the finest kitchens ever developed for a new generation of happy homeowners. This beautifully photographed volume presents a stunning selection of award-winning projects, each showcasing exquisite beauty, attention to detail, and technical prowess.Table of Contents7 Prologue 11 Foreword 13 Introduction 20 A Thank You Letter to Bunny Williams 24 Picturesque Family Heirlooms | Litchfield Hills, Connecticut 40 Majestic Hudson River Valley | Irvington, New York 54 Bridging the Past and Future | Bronxville, New York 70 A Special Place in Bedford | Bedford, New York 86 Mediterranean in Connecticut | Darien, Connecticut 98 A Classic Beauty | Scarsdale, New York 114 Family Memories and Traditions | Sharon, Connecticut 132 Transformed and Treasured | Darien, Connecticut 144 French Revival with Flair | Darien, Connecticut 154 Palm Beach Lifestyle | Palm Beach, Florida 166 Mediterranean Moroccan | New Rochelle, New York 178 Gracious Georgian Home | Stamford, Connecticut 190 Classically Detailed in Darien | Darien, Connecticut 206 American Farmhouse Dream | New Canaan, Connecticut 220 Acknowledgments 221 Project Credits
£45.00
Hearst Home Books Good Housekeeping Organize Your Life
Book SynopsisDecluttering your home has never been easier with this step-by-step action plan. Plus, hundreds of genius tricks help you create a calm and tidy life.
£18.69
Editions Flammarion Highland Living: Landscape, Style, and Traditions
Book SynopsisCawdor, one of Scotland’s most magnificent estates is the focus of Highland Living . Reflecting both the rusticity of the locale and the elegance of the castle’s grounds and interiors, inspiration and visual delights await as the door is opened to the castle’s gardens, kitchens and private apartments. Coupling impressive antiques with cosy creature comforts, Angelika Cawdor has created a charming décor of discerning Scottish style within this historic house. Accompanied by exquisite colour photography, the book opens with a history of Cawdor Castle, from its beginnings in the late 14th century and tales of Macbeth, to the present day in which the estate spans 18,000 acres of forest, grazing land and wildlife management, an exquisite kitchen garden, modern organic gardens, a glorious cutting garden and, of course, the manor with its attractive tapestries and furnishings. Cawdor tartans and Highland colour tones add to the perspective of what life is like on a working estate in Scotland and make this book a page-turner of vibrant images, information and insight. A section on the recipes of Cawdor Castle shows off Scottish culinary traditions—porridge, salmon, and haggis, as well as modern recipes for other traditional delights—partridge, roast rhubarb and apple crumble, and ginger beer, to name a few. The book is completed by an address book of the best places to visit, restaurants and lodges, and shopping for everything from chocolates to organic vegetables. A sumptuous book devoted to a special part of Inverness, Highland Living will be cherished by anyone who adores the traditions of Scotland and Scottish life.
£15.26
Editions Flammarion Maison: Parisian Chic at Home
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£24.00
Editions Flammarion The French Royal Wardrobe: The Hôtel de la Marine
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£52.00
Editions Flammarion Tino Zervudachi: Interiors Around the World
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£44.00
Editions Flammarion Venice: A Private Invitation
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£44.00
Editions Flammarion The Little Theater of Vincent Darré
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£44.00
Beta-Plus World's Best: 50 Interiors from Around the Globe
Book SynopsisFifty internationally renowned interior designers and architects share their best residential design projects in this lavishly presented coffee table book. This must have collection of interior design projects includes over 300 photographs of the most remarkable houses from more than 30 countries all over the world.
£62.90
Beta-Plus Anne Derasse
Book SynopsisBelgian interior architect and art historian Anne Derasse, renowned for her prestigious projects in Belgium and abroad, reveals the philosophy of her creations. Her companion, the photographer and artist Jörg Bräuer, captures the atmosphere emanating from these architectures through his superb images. The highly regarded wine château of Calon Ségur in the Médoc, the Delvaux flagship store in Brussels, the Ancienne Nonciature, her base, and the castle of Montmoreau, their lair in the South Charente, reveal her style combining history and contemporaneity, in a refinement and sophistication imbued with sobriety. The choice of works of art completes her artistic approach. I seek to capture and preserve the soul of places, this intangible anchor point between human history and the passage of time. I wish to magnify the worlds of life and re-enchant everyday life to bring well-being, tranquility, and felicity to the people who entrust their projects to me.Text in English and French
£73.95
Birkhauser Drawn to Design: Analyzing Architecture Through
Book SynopsisThe book is a guide for students and teachers to understand the need for, the role of and the methods and techniques of freehand analytical sketching in architecture. The presentation focuses on drawing as an approach to and phase of architectural design. The conceptual goal of this approach is to use drawing not as illustration or depiction, but as exploration. The first part of the book discusses underlying concepts of freehand sketching in design education and practice as a complement to digital technologies. The main component is a series of chapters that constitute a typology of fundamental issues in architecture and urban design; for instance, issues of "façade" are illustrated with sketch diagrams that show how façades can be explored and sketched through a series of specific questions and step-by-step procedures. In the expanded and updated edition, a new part explores the questions and experiences of large architectural offices in applying freehand drawing in the practice of architectural design. This book is especially timely in an age in which the false conflict between "traditional vs. digital" gives way to multiple design tools, including sketching. It fosters understanding of the essential human ability to investigate the designed and the natural world through freehand drawing.
£32.85
Lars Muller Publishers Rooms You May Have Missed: Bijoy Jain, Umberto
Book SynopsisThe publication explores the different yet corresponding architectural concepts of Umberto Riva and Bijoy Jain. On the basis of building visits and ongoing conversations, the author Mirko Zardini interprets Umberto Riva's and Bijoy Jain's motivations and inds unlikely resonance in their complementary approaches. The publication accompanies the exhibition held under the same name at the Canadian Centre for Architecture.
£16.20
Birkhauser Building from Waste: Recovered Materials in
Book Synopsis”Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover“ is the sustainable guideline that has replaced the ”Take, Make, Waste“ attitude of the industrial age. Based on their background at the ETH Zurich and the Future Cities Laboratory in Singapore, the authors provide both a conceptual and practical look into materials and products which use waste as a renewable resource. This book introduces an inventory of current projects and building elements, ranging from marketed products, among them façade panels made of straw and self-healing concrete, to advanced research and development like newspaper, wood or jeans denim used as isolating fibres. Going beyond the mere recycling aspect of reused materials, it looks into innovative concepts of how materials usually regarded as waste can be processed into new construction elements. The products are organized along the manufacturing processes: densified, reconfigured, transformed, designed and cultivated materials. A product directory presents all materials and projects in this book according to their functional uses in construction: load-bearing, self-supporting, insulating, waterproofing and finishing products.
£23.40
AVEdition Trade Fair Annual 2020/21: The Standard Reference
Book SynopsisUntil spring 2020 the trade fair sector was still boasting: "You can't e-mail a handshake!" Then Covid-19 came along and everything was turned upside down: exhibitions were postponed, cancelled or relocated into digital space. It also brought forth new concepts with which we had not reckoned a couple of years ago: virtual twins, AR or VR walk-through stands, online exhibitions with new meeting formats, or quite different ideas that are currently turning the sector upside down, providing new impetuses and making the trade fair a place as we have never known it before. The new trade fair yearbook presents not only the most exciting exhibition settings of the previous year but also entices us into virtual space.
£63.75
teNeues Publishing UK Ltd Sculpting Light: 500 Lamps
Book Synopsis"This comprehensive volume rounds up 500 showstopping examples of contemporary lighting design and dissects exactly what makes them so special." — Elle Decoration "A real treat for fans of good and effective lighting. There will be several hundred in it the most important models of modern design." — Viva! Poland "Within the pages of Sculpting Lights, an exquisite compilation awaits, showcasing the epitome of contemporary lamp design." — Indulge Magazine Sculpting Light gathers the finest of modern lamp design in one volume. Whether chandeliers, pendants, or table lamps, whether sculptural or minimalist in design, they are exclusive decorative elements during the day and conjure up a very special atmosphere in the dark. Iconic examples are represented in the book as well as examples of bold experiments with forms and materials. Three types of light sources are presented: Ambient, Spotlight and Outdoor. Legendary designers reveal their sources of inspiration and personal favourites, and well-known manufacturers are presented in portraits.Trade Review"This comprehensive volume rounds up 500 showstopping examples of contemporary lighting design and dissects exactly what makes them so special." - Elle Decoration"New York-based lighting designer Lindsey Adelman describes herself as working between “the absurd and the rational.” Her “Cherry Bomb Fringe” chandelier, in which tiny glowing globes hang from twiglike extensions, is among the more than 500 lamps featured in the new book “Sculpting Light” (teNeues) by art historian Agata Toromanoff. " - The Wall Street Journal"A real treat for fans of good and effective lighting. There will be several hundred in it the most important models of modern design." - Viva! Poland"Within the pages of Sculpting Lights, an exquisite compilation awaits, showcasing the epitome of contemporary lamp design." - Indulge Magazine
£52.46
Mapin Publishing Pvt.Ltd Indian Crafts Interiors
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£44.91
Lannoo Publishers Nature View: The Perfect Holiday Homes
Book SynopsisWhether lakes, deserts or forest, nature is often a holiday destination, but not every nature traveller wants to camp or stay in cheap hotels. This book is for the discerning traveller who wants to stay in style and enjoy nature at the same time. Here are 50 of the most stylish homes, settled in spectacular landscapes from around the world. And each is available for holiday rental.
£40.50
Lannoo Publishers Table Stories: Tables for All Occasions
Book SynopsisLife is all about creating unforgettable memories. And when you think about it, some of our most cherished memories are made around the table - whether it's at a wedding, a children's party, a birthday celebration, or simply the perfect summer evening in your garden. Love happens when we come together to share a meal. This is why table settings have become such a vital ingredient in our lives these past few years. No perfectly ironed white tablecloths, no panic about which knife and fork to use for or complicated utensils, but the casual elegance of a table that is set with passion and care. Table Stories showcases 22 artists, creating over a hundred stunning table sceneries all over the world. Each has a signature style, and each shares unique tips and tricks. Practical guidelines will inspire you to create the most amazing tablescapes for all kinds of event, from children's parties to weddings and Christmas dinners. This book will take you on a journey of discovery and help you to unlock your personal style and turn into table decors that will wow your guests.
£36.00
Lannoo Publishers Homes for Families: Stylish living for kids and
Book SynopsisMany people assume that becoming a parent means sacrificing a stylish interior, but these creatively designed homes show that it doesn’t have to be that way. When lifestyle journalist Joni Vandewalle’s daughter was born she was disappointed to discover that in most home styling magazines children’s rooms and play areas are expertly concealed. In this book she profiles the homes of 25 young families, where toys brighten up the interior, kids are a source of energy and joy, and parents don’t think twice about sacrificing living space to give their kids cleverly styled bedrooms, colourful play areas and creative storage. The result? More than 200 pages of interior design tips on how to create a stylish, warm and happy family home for young parents and parents-to-be. Title previously published as Let’s Play House – ISBN 9789401471374
£22.50
Bloomsbury Publishing USA Photoshop for Interior Designers
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£60.95
Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Right at Home
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£22.50
RIBA Publishing Interior Design: A Professional Guide
Book SynopsisThis is a benchmark book which encourages interior designers to raise their professional status and offers their clients an insight into the complex profession of modern interior design. It demystifies what an interior designer does, and showcases the range of skills that interior designers can bring to a project to help achieve a successful outcome.The book attempts to explain the broad scope of the interior design profession, including: the wide range of projects and specialisms the people, roles and relationships the skills and knowledge that designers need the benefits of using a designer the importance of a good client-designer relationship. Case Studies illustrate key points, pinpointing important project types and showcasing designers working in specialist fields and include comments from clients and end-users. Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: The ProfessionChapter 2: The Designer's ToolkitChapter 3: The Benefits of Interior DesignChapter 4: The Client-Designer RelationshipBibliography
£31.35
Monacelli Press Language of Home: The Interiors of Foley & Cox
Book SynopsisIncorporating both formal details and welcoming elements, a sophisticated and balanced look tailored to a sense of home, as shown through the portfolio of Foley & Cox Foley & Cox is a New York-based interior design firm renowned for serene spaces subtly layered with color and texture that create a sense of welcome and comfort. Taking creative cues directly from their clients–their perceptions, preferences, and passions–the firm creates serene interiors infused with personal style. This elegant book presents 24 homes, ranging from elegant prewar apartments in Manhattan to retreats in the Hamptons and summer places along the coast of New England and in Europe, and even to a private jet and a yacht that cruises the Mediterranean. What unites these spaces is an overall balance and elegance, infused with luxurious fabrics in subtle tonal variations and a judicious use of highlight color, often in the artwork and accessories. Founder Michael Cox is a master at creating settings for art collections and selecting distinctive vintage pieces that add a sophisticated touch to the rooms.Trade Review'From Cape Cod to Europe, designer Michael Fox demonstrates the serene interiors that define his firm Foley & Cox. If you need an excuse to lean into a neutral look, this monograph’s your sign.’ – Elle Decor ‘The firm maintains a personalized and consistently tailored approach that come through in these pages.’ – LUXURY Magazine ‘Everyone loves a good comeback story, and there’s one happening right now in the decorating world. . . Discover how to execute traditional design for the next generation while exploring timeless rooms by talents such as Celerie Kemble, Markham Roberts, and Ashley Whittaker.' – Flower Magazine ‘A comprehensive monograph . . . surveying illustrious projects.’ – Luxe Interiors + Design ‘If you’re looking for inspiration for your own home, or just wanting to drool over some beautiful photography, this is the book for you!’ – My Design Chic ‘Michael Cox's focused tour de force.’ – House Beautiful '[A] best new design book of spring.' – Veranda 'Highlighting some of the firm’s most stunning projects.' – Modern Luxury Interiors New York
£33.96
Phaidon Press Ltd Life Meets Art: Inside the Homes of the World's
Book Synopsis"... a gorgeous compilation of interiors from the homes of famous artists past and present as a way of exhibiting each creator's 'power and legacy' - Publishers Weekly An inspiring collection of the extraordinary private spaces of 250 of the world's most creative people, past and present Life Meets Art presents an unparalleled, global, behind-the-scenes tour through 250 beautiful interiors from the homes of the most creative people in art, architecture, design, fashion, literature, music, film and theatre. These inspiring, unique spaces show us the spaces where the greatest creatives in history lived their lives, honed their crafts and, in many cases, produced some of the world's most celebrated masterpieces - providing an intimate and insightful perspective on the masters that define artistic history. Organized alphabetically by artist, each interior features a color photograph and a short descriptive text, including details on whether the house is open to the public or private. This book will inspire everyone fascinated by stylish living, creative interior design, and the myriad possibilities for home décor, as well as those fascinated by the personal and professional lives of their cultural heroes. Life Meets Art includes homes from creative masters of past centuries such as artists da Vinci, Raphael and Rubens, composers Handel, Lizst, and Verdi and writers Dickens, Byron, and Coleridge. The book also showcases the extraordinary interiors of many twentieth century stars and epoch-defining talents such as architects Frank Lloyd Wright, Eileen Gray, Le Corbusier, and Walter Gropius, artists Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, and Henry Moore, writers Ernest Hemingway, William Faulkner, and Agatha Christie and musicians Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra, and Elvis Presley. Homes from some of the most celebrated talents of today are also featured, including artists Francisco Clemente, Cornelia Parker, and Gilbert and George, fashion designers Alexander McQueen, Marc Jacobs, and Diane von Furstenberg, designers Marc Newson and Es Devlin and musicians Moby, Jimmy Page, and David Bowie.Trade Review"Life Meets Art, a new book by Phaidon, takes readers inside the homes of 250 prominent creatives throughout history to provide visual inspiration for interior design, decor and stylish living." – DuJour"Fascinating ... interior styles range from baroque, classical, and arts-and-crafts to romantic, minimal, maximal, and modernist, spanning the 15th century to the present, offering inspiration for myriad tastes." – Publishers Weekly"...a gorgeous compilation of interiors from the homes of famous artists past and present as a way of exhibiting each creator’s 'power and legacy.' This inspired and aesthetically pleasing survey is perfect for anyone seeking interior design inspiration."– Publishers Weekly"It's only natural when moseying around an art fair to imagine how the works on show might look in your house. For inspiration, have a leaf through Life Meets Art – a book that invites you to peer inside the homes of some of the most creative folk in the fields of art, architecture, fashion, music and design." – The Modern House"A global photographic tour." – Art Mag
£38.21
Phaidon Press Ltd Maximalism: Bold, Bedazzled, Gold, and Tasseled
Book SynopsisAs seen in Women’s Wear Daily, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, and The Telegraph LUXURY A decadent and extravagant celebration of interior style, featuring more than 220 maximalist residential interiors, from the 1600s to the present day This unique visual collection celebrates the very best contemporary Maximalist interior design as well as making the connection to a much longer historical tradition of excess. Maximalism is a style that has been with us, in one guise or another – for example in the castles, palazzi, chateaux, and historic homes of bygone ages – for more than 400 years. This richly illustrated volume, with metallic gold ink used throughout, features the most extraordinary Maximalist interiors from all over the globe, from centuries past and present, transcending both time and geography. An intense and thrilling journey through the magic and mayhem that is Maximalism – a book that is as much an experience as it is a book – its luxurious pages are layered, loud, and louche, chaotic, colorful, and controversial, but also romantic, joyous, and imbued with personality, history, and story telling Featured designers include: Jonathan Adler, Alidad, Sig Bergamin, Thomas Britt, Denning and Fourcade, Dorothy Draper, Tony Duquette, Ann Getty, Jacques Grange, India Mahdavi, Peter Marino, Juan Pablo Molyneux, Renzo Mongiardino, Alberto Pinto, Redd Kaihoi, and Elsie de Wolfe Historic interiors featured include: castles, country estates, and palaces in Austria, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, the UK, and the USATrade ReviewAs featured in The Telegraph Luxury and 1stDibs ‘A comprehensive round-up of the best of flamboyant design.’ – Architectural Design Middle East ‘At a time when Scandinavian-inspired simplicity has become favorable in interior design, the book’s 220 decadent interiors provide a refreshing alternative.’ – T: The New York Times Style Magazine 'Simon Doonan humorously frames the unexpected excess that unfolds among the book's golden pages.' – Women's Wear Daily ‘Maximalism takes readers on an eye-popping journey through projects from modern-day design icons including Jonathan Adler and Kelly Wearstler, and original maximalists such as Elsie de Wolfe and Lorenzo Mongiardino.’ – GRAY Magazine ‘An intense and thrilling journey through the magic and mayhem that is Maximalism.’ – Curated Texan 'More than 200 deliciously detailed interiors, spanning about 400 years of history.’ – Dwell ‘The tome features some truly extraordinary spaces that make paging through feel like a full-on experience. From Jonathan Adler to Dorothy Draper, and far beyond, the only word to describe this book is “gilded.”’ – Design Milk ‘Striking.’ – Galerie ‘Lavishly illustrated.’ – The Atlanta Journal Constitution ‘Not only are the spaces a joy to behold, but Simon's introduction alone is worth the price of the book.’ – KCRW ‘Inside inspiration for the season ahead.’ – Modern Luxury Interiors ‘An extraordinary celebration of an eccentric decorative urge, presenting a new interpretation of a style that often spurs controversy and dismissal.’ – Upscale Living Magazine 'Simon Doonan certainly knows how to pump up the volume.' – Maison Global
£55.96
Lund Humphries Publishers Ltd Greta Magnusson Grossman: Modern Design from
Book SynopsisGreta Magnusson Grossman (1906-1999) was a prolific designer working within the male-dominated world of mid-century modern design, whose status and influence has been largely ignored. Grossman was the ultimate polymath - an industrial designer, interior designer and architect working within two fascinating contexts: Scandinavia and North America. This book gives an overview of Grossman's background and education and the formative years of her career in Sweden, before describing her move to Los Angeles in 1940. While she is remembered for her work as a product and lighting designer, her work as an interior designer has been almost entirely overlooked. This book catalogues and emphasises the significance of her contribution to interior design: making the connections between ideas she tested at the scale of the product within the interior environment. It positions her contribution to interior design in relation to the canon of the genres to which she contributed, her discipline and the emerging canon of women designers - who are only now being recognised, whilst considering her enduring legacy upon the world of design today.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Chapter 1: Stockholm; Chapter 2: Los Angeles; Chapter 3: Interiors; Chapter 4: Dressing the Interior; Chapter 5: Legacies
£33.75
Terra Uitgeverij 40 by Studio Piet Boon
Book SynopsisPioneering for 40 years in an industry where long-term success is rare, Studio Piet Boon stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence. This book serves as a testament to their accomplishments, featuring 40 design ideas. It is complete with mesmerising photography and detailed insights into the studio’s most recent projects and iconic products. All these have been conceived through collaboration with their clients and a diverse, talented team - the fundamental building blocks of Studio Piet Boon. “We’re pleased to introduce 40 by Studio Piet Boon. It’s a book that talks about our values and the successful collaborations that build our brand. The book is a source of inspiration and fresh ideas, expressing our commitment to making timeless designs.” - Piet Boon – Founder of Studio Piet Boon The book, conceptualised and authored by Herbert Ypma, not only unveils the studio’s design aesthetics but also delves into the role of art, cultural history, and philosophy and how these elements are integrated into the specific project designs at different locations.Table of ContentsHome, Escape, Monument, City, Laboratory
£84.58
Rizzoli International Publications Michael Smith Interiors
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£41.60
Lannoo Publishers The Big Book of Retail Design: Everything You
Book SynopsisThis Big Book helps you make design decisions for shops. With the advent of e-commerce, the role that physical stores played changed dramatically. Their right to exist is not in question, but the need for a different design for these stores is high. This book provides the necessary knowledge to design the store for the future. It provides a complete overview of background and research on the necessary tools, to reflections on the challenges of the future.
£31.50
Rizzoli International Publications Alyssa Kapito Interiors
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£40.00
teNeues Publishing UK Ltd Old Houses Made New
Book SynopsisThe book is a compendium of homes, including apartments and single-family houses, that have been remodeled to suit contemporary lifestyle needs. Rehabilitations of living spaces are often done to reanimate existing constructions that, over time, have become impractical, if not obsolete. The challenge is to adapt these existing buildings to contemporary standards while maintaining what might still be useful or what we like about them. Most old buildings are very compartmentalised, reflecting the human habits of their time and the available building technology. Nowadays, we like to live in much more open and airy spaces — and new building methods allow for the removal of walls that ultimately free up space. We renovate and upgrade living spaces to various degrees, ranging anywhere from upgrading fixtures and appliances to removing and reconstructing walls and expanding buildings. While extensive work is sometimes required, these rehabilitations can result in stunning transformations. Many add comfort and increase utility, not to mention that the investment generally adds value to the property. This inspirational book showcases a range of rehabilitated projects, from ones that begin by totally stripping out interiors to a clean slate, to less extensive work that might be limited to cosmetic changes or simple finish and fixture upgrades. Existing dwellings have proved themselves flexible to changing necessities, and they are key to the regeneration of our living environment. Text in English, German and French.
£40.00
Lannoo Publishers Ibiza Interiors
Book SynopsisWith this beautiful book you will literally bring the summery hippy-chic 'Ibiza' atmosphere into your home. With the most beautiful interiors and stunning photography - where you can imagine yourself in the azure bays - Architectural Digest journalist Gala Mora offers you a unique look into the Mediterranean-inspired homes of top designers and creative minds. The interiors breathe sun, sea and beach. Enjoy beautiful design surrounded by breathtaking nature. Open spaces that seemingly flow without boundary into a terrace, garden or beach. Two hundred and fifty-six pages full of exclusive and archetypal interiors that reflect one hundred percent what the island's way of living stands for. Ibiza Interiors is the third volume in the successful urban interiors series for lovers of design, architecture and interior design. Also available in the series: London Interiors ISBN 9789401485258; Barcelona Interiors ISBN 9789401485586.
£45.00
Taschen GmbH Mackintosh
Book SynopsisScottish architect, designer, and painter Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868–1928) was one of the earliest pioneers of modern architecture and design. While he did not receive much recognition in his hometown of Glasgow during his lifetime, his bold new blend of simplicity and poetic detail inspired modernists across Europe. Mackintosh’s avant-garde approach embraced a variety of media as well as fresh stylistic devices. His multi-faceted oeuvre incorporated architecture, furniture, graphic design, landscapes, and flower studies. He embraced strong lines, elegant proportions, and natural motifs, combining an adventurous dose of japonisme with a modernist sensibility for function. He preferred bold black typography, restrained shapes, and tall, generous windows suffusing rooms with light. Much of his work was collaborative practice with his wife, fellow artist Margaret Macdonald. The couple made up half of the loose Glasgow collective known as “The Four”; the other two were Margaret’s sister, Frances, and her husband, Herbert MacNair. On the continent, the “Glasgow Style” was met with delight. In Italy, Germany, and, in particular, Austria, artists of the Viennese Secession and Art Nouveau drew much from its rectilinear yet lyrical forms. In this introductory book, we take in Mackintosh’s practice across art, architecture, and design to explore his particular combination of the statuesque and sensual and its vital influence on modernist expression across Europe. Featured projects include his complete scheme for the Willow Tea Rooms and the Mackintosh Building at the Glasgow School of Art, widely considered Mackintosh’s masterwork.
£14.25
Quarto Publishing PLC Kelly Hoppen Design Masterclass: How to Achieve
Book SynopsisDesign Masterclass is the definitive home-decorating guide from Kelly Hoppen, offering invaluable professional advice on both the practical and aesthetic aspects of interior design. Kelly shares her trade secrets and expert knowledge to help you ensure that your decorating project runs smoothly; comes in on time and within budget; and achieves a functional, flexible interior that suits the way you live. Alongside inspiring photographs and room schemes of some of her finest projects, Kelly offers expert guidance on: How to use scale and proportion, colour, texture, lighting, furniture, art and other decorative elements to create a comfortable and elegant home that looks the way you want it to. How to approach the challenges and solutions commonly faced when designing different spaces in the home – from kitchens, living rooms bedrooms and bathrooms to media rooms and home offices, gyms and spas – and offers helpful hints on all aspects of decorating and furnishing each one. Essential advice on practical matters, such as budgeting, scheduling, drawing up floor plans, creating room boards, briefing professionals and managing the work. Kelly Hoppen’s Design Masterclass is an indispensable reference for interior designers and home decorators alike, giving professional insight to anyone wanting to give their home a touch of Kelly Hoppen’s distinctive style.Trade Review ‘A wealth of professional advice on both the practical and the aesthetic aspects of interior design. Inspiring room schemes and photographs.’ ‘Showcasing her latest work, Hoppen’s gentle signature minimalism mixes with colour, strong architecture and function to create home spaces that are magazine worthy but very, very livable. In the words of her fellow Dragons, we’re in!’ ‘Beautifully illustrated throughout, a must for any lover of interior design.’ ‘ Showcasing her latest work, Hoppen’ s gentle signature minimalism mixes with colour, strong architecture and function to create home spaces that are magazine worthy but very, very livable. In the words of her fellow Dragons, we’ re in!’ ‘ The definitive home decorating guide.’ ‘ Beautifully illustrated throughout, a must for any lover of interior design.’ 'This is a stunning book, full of advice, inspiration and beautiful photography. Highly Recommended!' 'A fabulous guide to home decorating, with definitive professional advice on all aspects of interior design. Sumptuously illustrated with photographs and room schemes that are bound to inspire any home owner.' ‘ Give your home a Hoppen makeover with this guide to the Dragon’ s interior design philosophy.’ ‘ A wealth of professional advice on both the practical and the aesthetic aspects of interior design. Inspiring room schemes and photographs.’
£33.75
Prestel French Chateau Style: Inside France's Most
Book SynopsisWhen she discovered that nearly half of France’s 44,000 heritage sites were chateaux in various states of repair, Catherine Scotto embarked on a journey to find out who, exactly, lived in these medieval fortresses and, more importantly, what they were like on the inside. From Normandy to Provence and everywhere in between the owners of these chateaux–including decorators, antique dealers, artists, and collectors—represent the epitome of French culture and taste. Each chateau is presented in double-page full-color spreads that feature alluring interiors and information about the hosts and their design journeys. There’s something for everyone here—whether it’s homes where simplicity and minimalism reign, rooms as exuberantly busy as a 14th-century tapestry, or interiors transformed by surprising, era-bending feats. Morel’s breathtaking, naturally lit photographs of generous kitchens, cozy drawing rooms, spacious bedrooms, ingeniously imagined bathrooms, and intriguing hallways and stairwells offer endless inspiration, while Scotto’s engaging text gives readers a feel for the kinds of people who take on such a daunting yet satisfying challenge.
£31.99
Rizzoli International Publications Home at Last
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£34.00
Rizzoli International Publications At Home in France
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£40.00
Rizzoli International Publications Buckingham Palace
Book SynopsisInterior designer and artist Ashley Hicks presents his photographs and description of the interior design of Buckingham Palace, home of Britain's royal family since 1837. An important representation of Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian styles, the palace is the work of such noted architects as John Nash and Sir Aston Webb. Hicks records the formal spaces with vibrancy, capturing the magnificent rooms furnished with treasures from the Royal Collection.Starting at the Grand Staircase, Hicks leads us through the state rooms, which include the White Drawing Room and the Blue Drawing Room that both overlook the palace gardens; the Ballroom, which is the setting for twenty investiture ceremonies each year; and the Throne Room, used by Queen Victoria for spectacular costume balls in the 1840s. The long, skylit Picture Gallery is hung with important works of art from the Royal Collection by Rembrandt van Rijn, Peter Paul Rubens, Nicolas Poussin, Anthony van Dyck, Johannes VermeeTrade Review"We’ve seen a lot of the exterior of Buckingham Palace, from Queen Elizabeth’s addresses to various royal baby announcements, but rarely do we get such an intimate look at its interiors. Designer Ashley Hicks takes us inside the palace for a look at where we get a tour of the truly sumptuous rooms (the White Drawing Room, the Throne Room, the Picture Gallery) in Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian styles that span the monarchs." —New York Magazine "Royal watchers, history buffs and interior design aficionados alike will enjoy this look at the iconic home of Britain’s royal family. Interior designer Ashley Hicks (a grandson of Lord Mountbatten and brother of lifestyle entrepreneur India Hicks, who was a bridesmaid at the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana) presents his own photographs of the castle’s staterooms, hallways and galleries, and describes the décor and the esteemed history of each. This lavish volume underscores the magnificence of these spaces and provides a strong measure of majesty for readers (especially those who, like me, are anxiously waiting for Season 3 of The Crown to air)." —Design NJ"Art publishing in 2018 produced a variety of interesting possibilities for the art lover on your Christmas list. Any fan of the British royal family will love Buckingham Palace" —Marina Times "Being Prince Philip's godson comes with some perks. In his coffee table book, Buckingham Palace: The Interiors, designer Ashley Hicks takes readers inside the royal residence with photos of rooms rarely seen by the public." —TOWN & COUNTRY
£34.00
Lannoo Publishers Living in Country Style
Book SynopsisIn this book you will rediscover the beloved 'Country Style,' which can be applied in so many different ways in a variety of interiors. From modern villas to old fermettes, country design finds its place everywhere. With an emphasis on natural elements, muted colours and an eccentric accent here and there, you'll learn from these homes how to get started in your own interiors, too. Photographer Brent Darby and author Wink Colville guide you through these more than 20 dream interiors.
£40.50
Rizzoli International Publications Sawyer Berson
Book SynopsisThe first book from SawyerBerson illustrates the award-winning firm’s quintessential pairings of modernism and classicism in seaside houses, metropolitan residences, and spectacular garden retreats.Treating architecture, landscape, and interior design as complementary endeavors, Brian Sawyer and John Berson have been ahead of their time and influential in the world of design since the founding of their eponymous partnership in 1999. SawyerBerson’s prodigious use of traditional and modern vocabularies has gained the firm widespread recognition and many notable clients. Meticulous attention to detail and versatility combine to create a wide variety of projects.In the Hamptons, a modernist house of stone and glass lets in the sun and sea views while secluded by the dunes and drifts of native grasses. Another residence is built according to the pinwheel floor plans of early twentieth-century houses by Mies van der Rohe and Frank Lloyd Wright to accommodatTrade Review"When Brian Sawyer and John Berson founded their eponymous New York firm in 1999, the synergies between architecture, landscape, and interiors were immediately clear. This book reflects that harmonious spirit through projects like a grand East End estate that still embraces the area’s simple shingle vernacular, a midcentury-modern home in Bridgehampton sporting a cantilevered roof terrace, and a Manhattan town house brightened by a brick and ivy garden." —ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST"The first book from Sawyer | Berson illustrates the award-winning firm’s quintessential pairings of modernism and classicism in seaside houses, metropolitan residences, and spectacular garden retreats." —MOFFLY MEDIA""To be modern is not a fashion, but a state," Le Corbusier once said. "It is necessary to understand history, and he who understands history knows how to find continuity between that which was, that which is, and which will be." Few contemporary design firms are as up to the task as Sawyer | Berson, the practice began in 1999 by Brian Sawyer and John Berson. They met in the office of the famed Robert A.M. Stern and developed an approach that treated architecture, landscape design and interior design as equals in the pursuit of an aesthetic beau idéal. This, their first book, is required reading for anyone wishing to understand that which will be." —TOWN AND COUNTRY
£40.00
