Interior design, decor and style guides Books
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Country Brocante Style: Where English Country
Book SynopsisFind inspiration in decorative country living with Country Brocante Style. Lucy Haywood is the creator of The Country Brocantes – home and lifestyle fairs held in idyllic rural surroundings. In Country Brocante Style, she introduces her pretty and accessible signature look into the home, fusing two classic and enduring decorating traditions – English country style and French-inspired vintage styling. There’s plenty of classic French ‘brocanterie’ – old textiles, vintage furniture and decorative pieces – alongside lifestyle brands, gardenalia, handmade textiles, cottage-garden flowers and other homewares. In the first section, Country Brocante Style, Lucy leads you through the colour palette of the Brocantes and discusses key pieces of furniture and decorative pieces before presenting creative ideas for putting the look together. In the second section, Country Brocante Interiors, she pays a visit to the homes of the dealers and the buyers who flock to the fairs. Decorative country style is more popular than ever and The Country Brocante will inspire you to create this romantic, timeless style in your own home.
£20.70
Shannongrove Press In the Pink Dorothy Draper Americas Most Fabulous
Book SynopsisHas there ever been an American decorator as famous as Dorothy Draper? Like Martha Stewart, Draper was a preacher and teacher whose how-to books and Good Housekeeping columns provided middle-class housewives with affordable ideas for making their homes more functional and comfortable. Thanks to her originality as a stylist and her daring as a businesswoman, she became one of the most respected career women in the United States. She shocked the design world in 1937 when she decorated the thirty-seven-story Hampshire House apartment hotel on Central Park South in New York City, delivering a project that became indicative of her signature touch - ''baroque fantasy''. In the Pink: Dorothy Draper, America''s Most Fabulous Decorator, by Carleton Varney, lavishly illustrates Draper''s most important projects. Table of ContentsContents: Chapter one: She'll Take Manhattan; Chapter two: Ask Dorothy; Chapter three: Go for Baroque; Chapter four: Get Well Soon; Chapter five: Living It Up; Chapter six: Bolts of Inspiration; Chapter seven: All Aboard; Chapter eight: My Dorothy
£51.00
Phaidon Press Ltd Atlas of Interior Design
Book Synopsis “Flipping through a few pages will transport you . . . Armchair travelers rejoice.” – AD PRO Explore interior-design masterpieces around the globe from the 1940s to today with this unique geographically arranged survey – discover iconic rooms in 9 continental regions in this ground-breaking survey spanning more than 50 countries This unparalleled global survey features more than 400 of the most inspirational residential rooms from the past eight decades. With the work of icons of interior design past and present, such as Kelly Behun, Stéphane Boudin, Jacques Grange, Peter Marino, Brigette Romanek, Studio KO, Faye Toogood, Axel Vervoordt, and Kelly Wearstler, the more than 400 interiors featured in this innovative book also include a selection of fascinating and virtually unknown interiors from Australia, Africa, Asia, and beyond. From classic to contemporary, minimal to maximal, the homes included, together with the author’s insightful commentary, illuminate the design tropes unique to their location’s context, while others confound preconceived ideas of vernacular design to spectacular effect. Trade Review “Flipping through a few pages will transport you ... Armchair travelers rejoice.” – AD PRO “A glorious overview of iconic houses across the globe from the 1940s to the present.” – Curbed“Spans the globe across seven continents to showcase the world’s best rooms.” – ELLE Decor“A useful resource for design students and enthusiasts as well as anyone looking for inspiration.” – Booklist“Bradbury’s book unfolds like a curated Tumblr of aspirational living.” – CULTURED “Armchair travel to 403 homes in 47 countries … with this compendium of beautiful spaces.” – Harper’s Bazaar“Ideal armchair fantasy house hunting.” – Chicago Tribune
£55.96
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Wild at Home: How to Style and Care for Beautiful
Book Synopsis"Hilton Carter's love for plants is infectious... His lush and exuberant displays are inspiring reminders that plants can be so much more than neat little containers on a window sill." Grace Bonney, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Design*Sponge Take a tour through Hilton’s own apartment and other lush spaces, filled with a huge array of thriving plants, and learn all you need to know to create your own urban jungle. As the owner of over 200 plants, Hilton feels strongly about the role of plants in one’s home – not just for the beauty they add, but for health benefits as well: ‘having plants in your home not only adds life, but changes the airflow throughout. It’s also a key design element when styling your place. For me, it wasn’t about just having greenery, but having the right variety of greenery. I like to see the different textures of foliage all grouped together. You take a fiddle leaf fig and sandwich it between a birds of paradise and a monstera and…. yes!’ You will be armed with the know-how you need to care for your plants, where to place them, how to propagate, how to find the right pot, and much more, and most importantly, how to arrange them so that they look their best. Combine sizes and leaf shapes to stunning effect, grow your own succulents from leaf cuttings, create your own air plant display, and more.Trade Review'After following his popular Instagram account, we were excited to hear that plant pro Hilton Carter was coming out with a book. The end result doesn't disappoint—it's full of plant care tips as well as stunning photos of Carter's plant-filled home' – Real SimpleAwe-inspiring – Chowhound.com"Brimming with insights on living with houseplants, including how to feed, water, pot, and style them." – Martha Stewart Living"Hilton Carter has inspired thousands of people to fill their homes and workspaces with lush plants." – Los Angeles Magazine"Everything you need to know in order to keep your houseplants Instagram-worthy at all times." – Bustle"…a wondrous indoor woodland that offers all the benefits of being outdoors without leaving home." – Dwell"You can really feel Hilton’s love of plants in each page. . . . Whether you’re looking to add some minimal greenery to your home or want to create a lush indoor jungle, Hilton has you covered. . . .gorgeous." – Design *Sponge"We work with Hilton because he's both a plant stylist and an incredible plant-care wizard. hilton doesn't just teach you how to get your plants to thrive–he teaches you how to bond with them." – Apartment Therapy"…tips on how anyone — even a novice — can incorporate plants into their lives." – The New York Times
£16.14
Abrams Jungalow Decorate Wild The Life and Style Guide
Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author and designer Justina Blakeney, Jungalow is the ultimate guide to designing wildly creative interiors that are free-spirited, layered, and deeply personal. Jungalow is Justina Blakeney’s biggest, boldest, and most beautiful volume yet, filled with irresistible style, original patterns, and artwork—lushly photographed by Dabito. In each chapter, Justina shares her distinctive point of view on everything design fans want to know—how to make bold choices with color and pattern, how to take cues from nature, how to authentically glean inspiration from their heritage and travels, how to break rules, and all the other paths to truly begin to decorate wild. Along the way, Justina also shares personal narratives, practical advice, and nuanced insight into how she lives in her own space—how she reconnects with nature, how she plays and stays inspired, how she gives herself permission to fTrade ReviewOnce again Justina invites us to step inside her colorful and exotically beautiful world in the pages of this book. Jungalow, Decorate Wild is her perspective and guidance on how to be classic and authentic with your decor by going bold. It is comprehensive, unrestrained, inspiring, swoon-worthy and she is perhaps one of the only designers who could sway me in adding so many colors and patterns into any room. -- Bobby Berk * design expert and Emmy-nominated TV host *“Justina Blakeney’s imagination and artistic talent run wild in her latest book, Jungalow, Decorate Wild; part memoir, design guide, global history lesson and DIY tutorial combined into richly layered pages full of colorful inspiration and creative decorating tips. Anyone who wants to cultivate an authentically beautiful home and garden should read this book. Justina’s openness is so refreshing, I love that she is not afraid of taking risks nor making mistakes—the keys to great design and life! -- Sheila Bridges * designer, author *“Your home should make you feel happy the moment you walk through the door—and no one understands that better than Justina. What I love about this latest book, her most personal title yet, is that it’s not just for interior-philes: It’s for anyone who appreciates the joy and surprise of design and doesn’t care about the rules. Readers will be inspired to embrace their wildest style dreams, but in a way that actually feels livable, comfortable, and completely unique. Prepare to bookmark every page.” -- Joanna Saltz * editorial director House Beautiful *“Justina Blakeney’s Jungalow: Decorate Wild captures the essence of free-spirited design. She so richly articulates her evolution of style through journeys and experiences that I felt I was there myself.” -- Kelly Wearstler * Founder and Principal of Kelly Wearstler *“Designer Blakeney (The New Bohemians Handbook) offers uplifting inspiration in this combo of memoir, DIY instruction, and interior design philosophy….Blakeney’s bold tips are sure to leave readers eager to find inspiration in the world, and to bring bright color into their homes.” * Publishers Weekly *In her latest release, Jungalow: Decorate Wild, the New York Times best-selling author illustrates how influences from every person’s life can be the catalyst for unleashing their individual style. * Essence *The book is full of stunning spreads, helpful tips (like how to tell the difference between all of those natural fibers and materials), and highly personal anecdotes. * Architectural Digest *Part autobiography, part travelogue, part DIY and interior design inspiration, Jungalow: Decorate Wild takes readers along for the ride as Blakeney learns to appreciate her "in-between" status through her travels through India, Greece and Morocco and at home in Los Angeles. * Los Angeles Times *Artist, entrepreneur, and travel enthusiast Justina Blakeney believes every room needs three things to reach its potential (and help you reach yours): plants, pattern, and color. In her third book, Jungalow: Decorate Wild, she teaches how to layer those elements like a pro. * Martha Stewart Living *"Anyone looking to bring the outside inside will glean plenty of inspiration from Justina Blakeney's latest book, which is the ultimate guide to designing wildly creative interiors that are free-spirited, layered, and deeply personal.” * Glamour *
£24.00
Abrams Rescue Restore Redecorate
Book SynopsisFurniture restoration specialist and design guru Amy Howard offers foolproof how-to instructions and unique ideas for restoring heirlooms, antiques, and flea-market findsTrade Review"The book goes beyond basic ‘just chalk paint it’ ideas, with step-by-step advice on gilding, antiquing mirrors and furniture, as well as fixing and restoring. There are lots of materials involved – this isn’t super-cheap upcycling by any means – but the results are stunning and inspiring." -- Reclaim magazine
£15.29
Lannoo Publishers Think. Ultimate Interiors
Book SynopsisThe authors of the hip Think series seek out inspiring, imaginative, and innovative interior design from around the world. This best-of Think compilation is the ultimate interiors lookbook, bringing together a fantastic selection of highlights from the series. You'll find vintage, modern, minimalist, eclectic, Art Deco, brutalist, and rural chic styles, from the edgiest and most artistic homes. You'll get new ideas for your own home, and enjoy dream-worthy images of beautiful interiors with an international allure. Text in English, French and Dutch.
£23.75
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Coastal Blues: Home Decorating Ideas Inspired by
Book SynopsisCoastal Blues is a magnificent celebration of shoreside homes around the globe, offering decorative inspiration for all of us who love the ocean or dream of living by the sea. Covering homes from as far apart as the Bahamas and Denmark, authors Sally Hayden and Alice Whately begin by looking at the essential components of the coastal look – colour and texture, materials, furniture, fabrics, accessories and display. The second part of the book, The Spaces, takes a tour through the home room by room, from Living Spaces, Cooking and Eating Spaces to Bedrooms, Bathrooms and Outdoor Spaces, capturing the informal, easy-going interior style associated with living at the water’s edge. But Coastal Blues is not only for those who live by the ocean. Whatever and wherever your home, from a high-rise apartment to a newly built home, you can create a simple, informal beachy feel. From tranquil living areas to balmy bedrooms and shipshape kitchens, Coastal Blues covers all the aspects of decorative seaside style. Coastal Blues is a fantastic new edition of the previously published Coastal Style.
£18.99
Die Gestalten Verlag Living to the Max: Opulent Homes and Maximalist
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£40.00
Beta-Plus Quartier Brugmann: L'Art de Vivre in Brussels'
Book SynopsisQuartier Brugmann - L'Art de Vivre in Brussels' Most Stylish Area translates the unique atmosphere of this neighbourhood, compared to London's Notting Hill and Paris' Saint-Germain, into a book of three parts: I. A short architectural introduction through the Brugmann district, explaining the origins of the place and the important houses and buildings of the Brugmann square, the Avenue Lepoutre, the Avenue Molière... II. Interviews with 30 Ambassadors who talk about their interest in the neighbourhood: why they live and/or work there, which are the addresses they can recommend... III. A walk along the best addresses (galleries, boutiques, restaurants...) of the place Georges Brugmann, the Rue Franz Merjay and the surrounding avenues and streets. Text in English and French.
£36.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Living by the Water
Book SynopsisSally Hayden, best-selling author of Coastal Style, visits 12 beautiful homes across the globe that celebrate the timeless allure of living by the water.There is something special about being close to wide expanses of sea and sky, living with open doors, broad horizons and soft colors—all these things instantly bring a sense of calm and escape. This book is packed with evocative images of beautiful places and spaces that will inspire you to leave real life behind and enjoy rest and relaxation close to nature. The first section, Inspiration, focuses on the key elements of easy waterside style, including colour palettes, fabrics, furniture, accessories, and display. In the second section, Sally explores stunning real-life coastal homes that capture the spirit of living by the water. They include an airy summer retreat in Denmark, a shingled beach house in Nantucket, and even a lighthouse. Living by the Water is not only a glorious treat for the eyesR
£20.00
Octopus Publishing Group The Home Edit Stay Organized: The Ultimate Guide
Book SynopsisJust as The Home Edit Life reassuringly told us that it's OK to own things, Stay Organized promises that it's OK to create a mess. When your systems are working, you'll be able to clean them up within 15 minutes. And as we've all learned over the last few years, maintenance is self-care. Our homes are critical to our mental health. When your systems work, you have more bandwidth. You don't have to start from a maxed-out place. Above all else, move forward feeling calm, collected, and confidently organized -with humor, relatability, and beautiful imagery.Stay Organized covers all kinds of topics related to maintenance, showing readers actionable ways to create systems in their own homes that will be easy to maintain for long-term success. Topics include: - How to get your household on board- Sharing spaces effectively- Household schedules- Maintenance as self-care- Inventory checklists- Checking in with your systems- Staying on top of incoming and outgoing items- Low-bar lifestyle goals for each space
£20.25
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd The Romantic Home
Book SynopsisWho doesn’t long for a little more romance in their home? The kind that makes your heart feel at ease when you walk inside and close the door on our fast-paced world.Today’s romantic interiors come in many different forms, but all share a passion for beauty. Romantic rooms are filled with treasures that honour the past and defined by graceful furnishings, subtle hues, and evocative items. It’s a style that easily mixes with other design eras from traditional rustic and French country to modern luxe. In The Romantic Home, Fifi O''Neill presents twelve well-loved homes to set the heart a-flutter. In the first chapter, “Reclaimed Romance”, she visits an artist’s cottage and a restored 1902 loft in Minnesota. “Modern Crush” features a designer’s apartment in Los Angeles and a sensitively updated Rhode Island home. In “Love Stories”, Fifi reveals a writer’s hideaway in Florida and a classically ele
£20.00
Octopus Publishing Group Create: At Home with Old & New
Book Synopsis'In three comprehensive sections packed with rich photography and expert advice, this practical yet inspiring guide will give you the confidence to try it yourself' - Elle Decoration'Ali Heath has done it again. In Create, she expertly unpacks how to mix old and new, to design a cohesive and irresistible home that radiates personality and charm, while guiding readers to trust their instinct and to create freely and from the heart.' - Holly Becker @decor8 'The ethos Ali promotes of reuse, the handmade and sustainability is something that particularly chimes with me. This is a book of the moment to encourage everyone to turn their house into a unique home, no matter your budget, building, or previous interior design skills.' - Sarah Moore, @sarahmoorehome'It's clear that the spaces and wisdom featured in Create come from the heart. It is another masterclass by Ali Heath in creating soulful spaces that sing with warmth and cut their own design path.' - Nicole Gray, Interiors Editor, YOU magazine'Ali is undoubtedly one of the best, most consistent and versatile stylists working today, and her new book Create is testimony to that.' - Ben Kendrick: Editor, Modern Rustic; Homes and Style Director, Country Living magazineSome of the most exciting interiors around are those that combine vintage and antique finds with select contemporary pieces. In Create, interior stylist and writer Ali Heath encourages you to think imaginatively about how to bring together old and new - giving you the confidence to let go of perfection, and to express your own style, while decorating more sustainably.Following on from the success of Ali's first book Curate, Create is a visual feast divided into three engaging and informative chapters. Establishing Your Style encourages you to trust your own creativity and gives advice on how to get started. Developing Your Eye explores topics that include defining your palette; mixing antique, vintage and modern; building and displaying collections; celebrating the handcrafted; layering pattern, fabrics and texture and styling the details. Whilst Inspiring Your Journey features the homes of tastemakers whose creative paths have inspired their own unique mix of old and new at home, with case studies that range from calm, whitewashed spaces to more colourful interiors.
£25.50
Vendome Press At the Artisans Table
Book SynopsisStunning contemporary tabletop designs inspired by historical decorative objects from the world’s great museums. Throughout history, tabletop decoration has been at the nexus of utilitarian function and innovative design. In At the Artisan’s Table, designers and event producers Jane Schulak and David Stark pair historical table wares from the world’s finest design museums with pieces by an international array of contemporary artisans who reinterpret traditional crafts and styles, including Aptware (marbled clay), blue-and-white Delft, chinoiserie, faux bois, plaster, splatterware, and trompe l’oeil. Each chapter features a museum object that serves as a muse; the work and studio of the artist who has updated the traditional craft; and gorgeous table settings designed by Schulak and Stark that incorporate the artist’s handmade wares and provide inspiration for everyone who has ever wished to wow their dinner guests. This lush, gift-ready volume is filled with nearly 300 inspiring color photographs.
£42.50
Thomas Nelson Publishers Cozy White Cottage Seasons
Book SynopsisWhether you want to create a cozy winter wonderland in your living room, a blooming summertime welcome on your deck, or an autumn refuge by your fireplace, Liz Marie Galvan’s Cozy White Cottage Seasons gives you the inspiring photos, DIY ideas, and fun recipes you need to feel at home on any budget and in every season.Do-it-yourself interior designer and popular blogger Liz Marie Galvan helps you create space to snuggle up, stretch out, or kick back at home so you can focus on what matters most during the holidays and every day. Following the popularity of Cozy White Cottage, Cozy White Cottage Seasons is a beautiful, full-color photography holiday lifestyle book with easy-to-do, practical tips to make your home a welcome haven—from New Year’s Day to spring, summer, fall, and all the way through Christmas.Cozy White Cottage Seasons equips you to:
£18.00
Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd Cabins: Escape to Nature
Book SynopsisAlmost everyone has indulged in the irresistible notion of carving out a romantic rural refuge in a typically rustic setting, beside a beach or meadow, in the mountains, or other pristine environments. This book brings together the infinite number of possibilities of beautiful and creative cabin designs set in idyllic locations where access to nature is unimpeded. There's a growing trend for living in a small getaway, but that needn't mean living in cramped, unimaginative spaces. Cabins: Hidden Places, Stylish Spaces showcases the challenges of how small floor plans and compact interiors can be overcome with inventive modern design solutions and the innovative use of technology. Once-basic structures are now evolving into fancy dwellings that offer off-grid living with low impact on the environment, all the while cocooning the occupants in differing levels of comfort, from rustic formats with basic necessities, to some which offer facilities for luxury living. From artist studios to alpine shelters, beachside shacks to rural retreats, this book is an endless source of inspiration for armchair architects and those seeking to create a peaceful sanctuary that fuses distilled ingenuity with eco-friendly style.
£27.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Rachel Ashwell Couture Prairie: And Flea Market
Book SynopsisThink Marie Antoinette in jeans and a cowboy hat—that is Rachel Ashwell''s prairie style.Rachel Ashwell Couture Prairie takes her signature pastels, ruffles, and whimsical prettiness right to the heart of cowboy country. This is a journey in pictures and words, following Rachel through the fields of a little town called Round Top, home to one of the largest, most eclectic and vibrant antiques and flea markets in the world, and then back to Rachel’s bed-and-breakfast in Texas. Here Rachel’s inspired finds, her creative imagination, eye for detail, and her commitment to beauty, comfort, and function have finally come together in one location: The Prairie by Rachel Ashwell—an irresistible destination. This book takes Rachel in a new direction, bringing her eye for cherished patinas and pastel prettiness into the endless landscapes and diverse architectural styles of Texas. Here you will see how her style adapts to corrugated metal sheeting and weathered timbers, and how it brings new life to elegant period mansions. Chapter by chapter, the book leads you through Rachel’s little houses on the prairie, from the Ranger’s Lounge where hearty breakfasts are served, to the Pearl Barn, scene of wedding parties and celebrations, stopping off at the evocatively named guest accommodation: Blue Bonnet Barn, Cornflower Cottage, Meadow Manor, Faith Cottage, and Liliput Lodge.
£21.25
Vendome Press Beige Is Not A Color
Book SynopsisCarlos Mota is a creative consultant with extensive experience in styling, interior design, product design, and advertising campaigns. Formerly international style editor for AD and editor at large for Elle Decor, he is the author of A Touch of Style. He lives in New York.
£45.00
Vendome Press Casa Cabana
Book SynopsisMartina Mondadori is the founder and editor of limited-edition design magazine Cabana. She grew up in Milan, where her father was chairman of one of Italy's biggest publishing houses. After an early career in publishing and luxury branding, she launched Cabana in 2014 to great acclaim. She lives in Milan. Aerin Lauder is the style and image director for Estee Lauder Companies and founder of the global luxury lifestyle brand Aerin, which develops curated collections in the worlds of beauty, fashion accessories, and home decor.
£52.50
Vendome Press Décors Barbares
Book SynopsisNathalie Farman-Farma was raised in Paris, France, and Greenwich, Connecticut. She studied classics at Brown and Columbia before working as associate editor for The New Yorker. She founded her studio, Décors Barbares, in 2010 in London, where she lives with her husband Amir and their two children. Miguel Flores-Vianna has been a photographer, writer and editor for more than 20 years. His books include A Wandering Eye (Vendome) and Haute Bohemians (Vendome), named design book of the year by T magazine. His photography is regularly published in AD and Cabana. He lives in London.
£40.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Nomad at Home: Designing the Home More Traveled
Book SynopsisNomad at Home dissects the desire to wander the globe from the point of view of the design-led traveller, those for whom ‘it is a better thing to travel hopefully than to arrive’. ‘There are few countries I have visited without consulting the local real estate agent’s window or poring over the free property magazine. Whether in Puglia or Provence, I am already imagining my new life there; the basket I’ll carry to market, the dress I’ll change into for an apéro, the flea market at which I will buy my furniture, the secret cove where I’ll swim.’ In Nomad at Home, compulsive wanderer Hilary Robertson showcases 10 unique locations and tells the stories of different nomadic tribes: the Adopters, who have left home forever and made a life elsewhere, as well as the Escapists, always on the move, with a base in two, three or maybe even four locations. Then there are the Serial Wanderers, who simply absorb the DNA of any given destination and bring it all back home; creating Provence in Pittsburgh with ingredients gathered on their travels. There are more ways than one of satisfying a wandering eye. As well as offering inspiration from homes all over the globe, Nomad at Home also contains champion shopper Hilary's nomadic sourcebook, which allows readers to hit the ground shopping in destinations all over the world, with an address book for every country covered, every story told.Trade ReviewHilary Robertson is a sought-after interiors stylist, an intrepid globe-trotter, and a British expat with an eye for synthesizing far-flung finds into warm, eclectic spaces - Martha Stewart Living I love every page and every word of this book. It's both aspirational and inspiring. It makes me want to get on a plane, but also, create a home that's more beautiful than any vacation! This book is a go to beauty for any design lover / travel bug and is sure to be read more than once, and displayed proudly on coffee tables on all over the world! - Leanne Ford Interiors Not only is it beautiful…but it’s a fantastic source of inspiration and an even better read – DREW magazine
£28.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Scandi Rustic: Creating a Cozy & Happy Home
Book Synopsis‘The emphasis that Scandinavians place on the home being a source of happiness and wellbeing is one we identify with. We believe that everyone should have a home they don’t want to leave!’ Award-winning bloggers and instagrammers Reena Simon and Rebecca Lawson are renowned for their love affair with all things Scandi. In their first book, Scandi Rustic, they reveal how to create a home that takes elements of Scandinavian design and introduces rustic natural materials and textures to create a Scandi-inspired interior that is cosy, relaxed and inviting. Come with Rebecca and Reena on a journey across the UK and Europe showcasing the very best in Scandi Rustic homes. Whether you live in an urban apartment, a country cottage or a blank canvas new-build, this relaxed, sustainable, modern rustic style will work perfectly for your home.Trade Review“This book is a treasure if you’re interested in creating your own hygge retreat. And the book itself, with its textured cream cover, is something you’ll want to display on your coffee table.” – Greatist.com
£21.25
Saint Benedict Press Theology of Home: Finding the Eternal in the
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£26.21
Ediciones El Viso Ricardo Barroso Interiors
Book SynopsisRicardo Barroso is known for his luxurious residential, commercial and hospitality design projects from around the world involving high-end residences, executive jets, private yachts, restaurants and nightclubs. Ricardo Barroso Interiors gives a personal look into Barroso's artistic ethos with more than 240 colour photographs of his past and present works, inspired from his life experiences and extensive travels. Text in English and Spanish.Trade Review"My career as an architect and designer began over seventeen years ago, and it has been a fabulous journey of learning and discovery. Along the way I have found many new friends in the clients who have asked me to create spaces to inhabit, spaces that are filled with wonder, with a sense of timeless luxury, and with grace and charm. My great passion is for materials: the refinement of the very best linens, the finest wood, the most luxurious silks. I retain a team of experienced craftsmen whose skill in working with these materials is assured, while I apply my expertise to every aspect of the project, designing my own bespoke pieces of furniture and selecting other items and accessories from contemporary and classic collections. I hope you enjoy this invitation to view these spaces as much as I enjoyed creating them." - Ricardo Barroso
£41.25
Die Gestalten Verlag Inspiring Family Homes: Family-friendly Interiors
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£32.00
Vendome Press The Maine House
Book SynopsisPhotographer Maura McEvoy has spent every summer of her life on the Maine coast. Her work has appeared in House Beautiful, Town & Country, Condé Nast Traveler, Outside, and Martha Stewart Living. Born and raised in Maine, Basha Burwell is a stylist and art director for national retailers and clients such as L.L. Bean, Garnet Hill, and Pendleton. Writer Kathleen Hackett spends her summers in Maine. Her most recent book is Brooklyn Interiors; she contributes to Elle Decor, Architectural Digest, T Magazine, House Beautiful, Veranda, Martha Stewart Living, and Southern Living.
£40.00
Vendome Press Living Well by Design
Book SynopsisA longtime design columnist for the Sydney Morning Herald and contributor to all of Australia's major publications, including Vogue Living, Belle, House & Garden, Marie Claire, and Harper's Bazaar, Melissa Penfold has been crowned Queen of Style by the country's media. Her main focus now is her digital platform: her website and blog (melissapenfold.com), newsletter, and Instagram. She lives in Australia.
£29.75
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.
£33.99
Pimpernel Press Ltd Pure Style in the Garden: Creating An Outdoor
Book SynopsisIncreasingly, outdoor spaces are becoming our haven – somewhere to breathe again, heighten our senses and escape the onslaught of noise, clutter and technology. This book offers ideas and inspiration for making the most of any outdoor space we might have – whether it is a garden, a patio, balcony, or even just a window box – and for bringing touches of nature indoors for mindful enjoyment. Bestselling author Jane Cumberbatch's 'Pure Style' philosophy is all about making the most of what’s around you and finding beauty in the simple and everyday as an achievable alternative to the stressful demands of consumer society. In this book, which was put together over the course of 2020, she draws on the inspiration of her own home and garden to supply ideas for life-affirming colour, scent and texture, and to show how even the most unpromising outdoor space can be a source of sensuous renewal. Viewing the garden as an extension of the home, and with ideas for all seasons, this beautiful and inspiring book is illustrated with glorious photographs and enchanting paintings by the author herself. A book for dipping into or enjoying as one long read, or both.Trade Review"With the health benefits of gardens and gardening becoming more widely accepted over the last troubled months, this is just the book for our time...she packs in information, with practical gardening tips such as hints on the thorny subject of rose pruning, imaginatively simple recipes for home-grown produce, and suggestions for home decorations that bring the outside indoors." -- Vanessa Berridge * The Garden * "A moment of joy in a difficult world." * The Blackberry Garden - blog *"A gorgeous celebration of gardening and growing. Jane Cumberbatch manages to convey the joy - the very essence - of gardening." * Reclaim magazine *"An evocative garden diary studded with nuggets of helpful information." * The English Garden *"Part diary, part notebook, part recipe book and part photo album, reading the four seasonal chapters is like going to stay with someone and gradually finding out the story of their garden and what makes it so special." * Waitrose Weekend *"The rich tapestry of garden journaling, horticultural advice, nature-inspired recipes and home-styling tips, illustrated with photographs and Jane's own paintings...will strike a chord with those of us who turned to gardening, journaling, art or cooking as therapy during uncertain times." * Gardens Illustrated *"A study in understated but elegant style." * The Gloss Magazine *"Muted colours, natural textures, and vintage touches have all been a part of interior designer Jane Cumberbatch’s ‘Pure Style’ philosophy and in this book she addresses the outdoor spaces which are our retreats. Expect simple, stylish ideas on how to use plants and accessories to achieve ‘Pure Style’ and ultimately furnish a garden like a room. Whatever its size, a garden can be a source of visual and mindful pleasure all year round." -- Independent"I love books you can dip into over a cup of coffee and find a snippet of information or an idea and Pure Style in the Garden is just that...richly illustrated and very much a visual notebook with excellent photographs and the added bonus of Jane’s own paintings." * Reckless Gardener *'A book packed with inspiration - not just for the overall aesthetic and philosophy of gardening - it encourages you to pay more attention, to observe your ever-changing space and perhaps to create a scrapbook of your own.'Table of ContentsIntroduction The garden is a place to be as much as a place to grow things in. Winter The time for planning and dreaming. And what to do in winter. Spring First shoots. What to do in spring. Summer Summer of colour and scent. What to do in summer. Autumn Long shadows and vivid plants. What to do in autumn. Glossary, sources of inspiration, places to go, index, acknowledgements
£18.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Rachel Ashwell's Painted Stories: Vintage,
Book SynopsisThis personal notebook reveals Rachel Ashwell’s thoughts about everything she loves, and through her visual story telling she shares her poetic view of life. Painted Stories is a feast for the eyes, heart and soul, and a journey for your mind to wander through. Divided into themed sections which focus on fabric, wallpapers, lighting, bed linens, curtains, slipcovers and upholstery, furniture, rugs, objet d’art and flowers, it is a truly inspirational sketchbook of ideas and is for anyone who has an appreciation for beauty. Interwoven with practical thoughts and tips are Rachel’s thoughts about beauty and aesthetics, and poetry that illuminates her thoughts. Illustrated with watercolour illustrations from a variety of artists, including Ben Peck-Whiston, Rachel believes the ambiguity of artwork over photographs gives a more mindful and timeless approach. This allows the reader to more easily layer in their own thoughts and observations and hopefully be inspired too to tap into their own creativity by pulling together a notebook of their own favourite things which tell their own story.Trade ReviewLooking through the pages is a journey through a Shabby Chic wonderland. You’ll also want to read through the text, which gives insight into Ashwell’s design philosophy and favorite styles... There are also plenty of great design ideas and tips – Forbes
£9.49
Abrams Bloom Wild a freespirited guide to decorating
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£20.89
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Relaxed Living, Happy Home: A Simple Guide to
Book SynopsisIn Relaxed Living, Happy Home Atlanta Bartlett and Dave Coote present a practical and inspirational guide to creating a home that works perfectly for everyone who lives in it. They start at the very beginning, explaining the key elements at the heart of their own unique decorating philosophy, The Simple Mindset, which appreciates good, honest and sustainable design, values quality over quantity and advocates rediscovering the simple pleasures of life. In Chapter 2: Making it Happen, Atlanta and Dave focus on design essentials, such as working with existing architecture and choosing colour, furniture, fabrics, accessories and other decorative details. Finally, in Living the Dream, they take a tour through every room in the home, from attic to cellar, revealing how easy and enjoyable it can be to put together rooms that are practical yet personal and beautiful, and to create a relaxed home that’s easy to live in and easy on the eye. Relaxed Living, Happy Home is a fantastic new edition of the previously published Keep it Simple.
£25.00
Rizzoli International Publications Wonderland
Book SynopsisFollow rising star designer Summer Thornton down the rabbit hole into a wonderland of colour and pattern in her very first book of interiors.Trade Review"Encouraging her readers to embrace romance, interior designer Summer Thornton writes in her new book, 'When you combine that soft, dreamy side of your personality with pure fearlessness, the result is untamed beauty.' The included projects illustrate the power of that approach, showcasing her more-is-more, down-the-rabbit-hole designs." —HOUZZ
£26.00
Tuttle Publishing Korea Style
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£17.99
Quarto Publishing PLC Great Houses of London
Book SynopsisGreat Houses of London tells the stories of some of the grandest and most fascinating houses in this historic city, from their famous owners and occupants to their renovations and the many riches held within each. Trade Review"This is a truly magnificent book. The wonderful text tells the story of the architects, owners and occupants, restoration, adaptation and change. And the photographs are exceptional." - Good Book Guide "A treasure ... Best of all are the authors personal asides on builders and those who inspired them" - Economist "Stourton writes elegantly and absorbingly about both architects and owners" - Marcus Binney, The Times "The deft weaving of architectural, social and contemporary history will reveal unexpected pleasures" - Art Quarterly "Writing in a deceptively simple style, Stourton concentrates on architects and artists, on awners and occupants. Idiosyncratic and amusing, he makes you see everything in a new light." - The Tablet "This magnificent book, with illustrations of breathtaking beauty specially taken by Fritz von der Schulenburg, is the fullest account ever written of its absorbing subject. It will come as a revelation, even to those who think they are familiar with London . . . The book is . . . not only about architecture, but about people, whose social, artistic and political ambitions, and manner of living, are vividly brought to life . . . We are familiar with the depressing list of great houses demolished in the 20th century, from Devonshire House to Londonderry House, but this book can surely cheer us up during the recession with its visions of surviving splendour." - David Watkin, Country Life “This sumptuously illustrated volume...extends its reach both sociologically and chronologically... James Stourton's text is very readable, deftly mingling the architectural history and the social, and on the whole reliable, and it is completemented by Fritz von der Schulenburg's specially taken photographs.” - Historic House “This lavishly illustrated compendium suggest that the age of elegance endures.” - Mail on Sunday “The true fascination resides in the less well-known interiors” - RA Magazine "...thanks to sumptuous images captured by award-winning photographer Fritz von der Schulenburg along with Stourton’s vivid storytelling, readers of Great Houses of London get to be lookie-loos inside 41 of the city’s most dazzling dwellings, from elaborate baroque properties to futuristic visions in glass and steel.” * Frommers.com *Table of ContentsLambeth Palace; Ashburnham House; Marlborough House; 4 Cheyne Walk; 44 Berkeley Square; 1 Greek Street (House of St Barnabas); Wimborne House; 10 Downing Street ; 3 Grafton Street; Spencer House; 106 Piccadilly; 20 St James's Square; Home House; Mansion House; Dover House; Apsley House, No. 1 London; Stratford House; Soane Museum; Regent's Park houses; Seaford House; 4 Grosvenor Square (Italian Embassy); Lancaster House; Bridgewater House; Kensington Palace Gardens; Speaker's House; Leighton House; 18 Stafford Terrace; Astor House; 4 St James's Square; Tower House; Debenham House; Emery Walker's House; 46 Grosvenor Street; 54 Mount Street (Brazilian Embassy); 64 Old Church Street (Hamlyns); 2 Willow Road (Erno Goldfinger); St Leonard's Terrace (Richard Rogers); 6-9 Carlton House Terrace (Royal Society); Spitalfields; Malplaquet House
£25.50
Vendome Press Haute Bohemians Greece
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£48.75
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd Cool Dogs, Cool Homes: Living in Style with Your
Book SynopsisStep inside 20 inspiring interiors where beloved dogs feel perfectly at home. You may have the coolest home on the street, but a house is not a home without a dog. So how do you keep your interiors Instagrammable when you have a canine companion, with all the associated paraphernalia of feeding bowls, leads, beds and toys? A dog owner for over 20 years, and a former home buying manager at Selfridge's in London, Geraldine James is the perfect person to show you how to incorporate dogs into your life without sacrificing either your style or their freedom to roam. Whether you live in the city, in the countryside or on the coast, your home can still look good with only a few compromises. Geraldine also visits the ‘design’ dogs – dogs belonging to designers whose beautifully curated homes still manage to be canine-friendly. Finally, there's a special section telling the stories of the rescue dogs featured in the book, and highlighting the joy a rescue dog can bring to your life and your home.
£28.00
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Gothic Life
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£15.19
Headline Publishing Group Practising Parisienne
Book Synopsis''Even if you don''t find yourself booking a one-way Eurostar ticket to the capital like Marissa, this book might just be the key to finally nailing that elusive Parisian je ne sais quoi.''Penny Goldstone, Fashion Editor, Marie Claire''A delightful, down-to-earth guide . . . complete with insider fashion tips, beauty tricks and dating advice from Marissa''s own personal experience, plus interviews with many modern iterations of the ever-elusive Parisienne herself.'' Monica de La Villardière, journalist and co-founder of the Fashion No Filter podcastTo be Parisian is to have a certain attitude and outlook on life. In Practicing Parisienne, British journalist and blogger Marissa Cox decodes this seemingly nebulous je ne sais quoi, explaining what she has learned since moving to France eight years ago, and how and why the reader can and should adopt a more Parisian lifesTrade ReviewA delightful, down-to-earth guide . . . complete with insider fashion tips, beauty tricks and dating advice from Marissa's own personal experience, plus interviews with many modern iterations of the ever-elusive Parisienne herself. * Monica de La Villardière, journalist and co-founder of the Fashion No Filter podcast *Practising Parisienne is a celebration of the City of Lights and an ode to the pleasures in life. Marissa Cox effortlessly mixes practical tips, personal stories and inspiring conversations in this charming guide to living well the Parisian way. * Miranda York, author of At the Table and The Food Almanac *With appreciation, honesty, a deep understanding and access to leading figures, Practising Parisienne reads like a who's who and what's what when it comes to everything Parisian. * Hannah Almassi, Editor in Chief, Who What Wear UK *Even if you don't find yourself booking a one-way Eurostar ticket to the capital like Marissa, this book might just be the key to finally nailing that elusive Parisian je ne sais quoi. * Penny Goldstone, Fashion Editor, Marie Claire *
£12.34
Quarto Publishing PLC The Cottage Life
Book SynopsisThe Cottage Life reflects our collective desire to escape the chaos of modern existence; to live with more purpose, more compassion and more joy. The Cottage Life is an essential guide to slow and simple living, inspired by the magical world of cottagecore. To follow the cottagecore aesthetic is to wear secondhand clothes that tell their own stories; to bake fresh bread and cakes, no matter how wonky the outcome; to spend time in nature, to observe and draw the plants, to breathe freshair and to connect with species beyond our own. It is taking the time to notice the seasons change, or to turn off your screen mindfully and pick up an old novel instead. It is lighting a fire on the first cool night of autumn and sipping a fresh cup of tea by the fireplace, or watching the first spring leaves unfurl after the long, dark winter.Celebrating t
£16.00
Octopus Publishing Group Farrow and Ball How to Redecorate: Transform your
Book Synopsis'Beautifully photographed spaces, from urban apartments to stately country houses, illustrate the ways paint can change a room's feel, with lots of practical, easy-to-follow tips. If you've ever deliberated between shades of white, or wondered where the firm's famous colour names came from, you'll find the answers here.' - Elle DecorationFollowing in the footsteps of the bestselling How to Decorate, Joa Studholme and the Farrow & Ball creative team are back with How to Redecorate - for the way we live now in a world full of colour.Packed with stylish and easy-to-follow decorating advice, How to Redecorate answers common questions, including which white to use with which colour, how to select a neutral palette and what exactly are the three different ways to decorate? Accompanied by a wealth of inspirational new images, the book also features an section on Farrow & Ball's famous colour names and the stories behind them, as well as guidance on how to create a beautiful working space within the home.How to Redecorate reflects the seismic shift in the way we decorate our homes that has taken place over the last decade, showcasing a wide range of living spaces and featuring everything from compact city apartments to roomier country residences.
£31.50
Editions Flammarion A Year in the French Style: Interiors and
Book SynopsisVincent Farelly and Jean-Baptiste Martin are co-founders and art directors of Antoinette Poisson, whose domino prints have been featured in collaborations with Gucci, Ladurée, Diptyque, and the Château de Versailles. Ruth Ribeaucourt, a lifestyle photographer, is the founder and editor of Faire magazine. John Derian is a decoupage artist based in New York and head of his eponymous boutiques.
£40.00
Abrams Sense of Place
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Caitlin Flemming and Julie Goebel have perfectly depicted design’s powerful relationship with place. Where Caitlin and Julie get it right is in their knowledgeable, meaningful storytelling around the beautiful images by Stephanie Russo: how designers naturally channel and apply inspiration from their place in the world.” -- interior designer, author, and television personality * Nate Berkus *“There’s something particularly special about home designs that tip their hat to their surroundings. As the world has shifted in the past few years, so have our homes, and this newfound feeling of connectedness with our local communities is something to celebrate, as this book does." -- founder of Studio McGee * Shea McGee *“Filled with some of the most relaxed, soulful, and thoughtful homes I’ve ever seen, Sense of Place is a new favorite of mine! With beautiful photography and insight, this book is filled with inspiration!” -- author of Habitat, Down to Earth, and Feels Like Home * Lauren Liess *“Sense of Place is a true feast for the eyes, with inspiring and diverse interiors from across the globe and thoughtful reflections on what makes a house a home. Each stunning page inspires us to see our own surroundings with fresh eyes.” -- author of Minimalista and Organized Living * Shira Gill *"Sense of Place is a beautiful follow-up to Travel Home—the variety of spaces told through the lens of location is inspiring and paints a picture of how design is influenced by our surroundings and is always evolving." -- editorial director, Domino magazine * Angela Tafoya *
£26.25
Hardie Grant Books A Tree in the House: Flowers for Your Home,
Book SynopsisA Tree in the House by Anabelle Hickson is part guide for the aspiring home florist, and part celebration of rural life in sync with nature. Now in its second edition with a beautiful new cover.A Tree in The House celebrates the joy and simple, natural beauty flowers bring to the home, every day, with a focus on foraged and locally and seasonally grown plants. Annabelle provides stunning ideas and instructions for flower installations and arrangements, covering beautiful, seasonal bouquets, flowers for friends, table and overhead arrangements and flower arrangements for special occasions, interspersed with gorgeous snapshots of her picturesque rural life. This is a stunning ode – in words and pictures – to flower arranging, and is as much an aspirational window into rural life as an inspirational guide to creating beautiful, simple arrangements.
£20.80
Rizzoli International Publications Small Innovative Houses
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£15.98
Random House USA Inc Your Space, Made Simple: Interior Design that's
Book SynopsisCreate beautiful spaces in your home effortlessly using this book's easy-to-follow "recipes" for a perfect room. Your Space, Made Simple is an interior design guide for anyone who dreams of a well-designed home but doesn't know where to begin. If you feel stuck when you go shopping for home decor, or confused about how to arrange furniture, this book will give you the inspiration and tools you need to curate a space that fits you and your family's lifestyle and needs in no time. Whether you just moved into a new home or have wanted to redecorate for years, this book will help you find eye-catching and sustainable design solutions that won't break the bank. Your Space, Made Simple includes: Advice for understanding your needs so you can design spaces that make day-to-day living less stressful Tips for sourcing well-made, sustainable, and affordable home decor 15 "recipes" for every room in your home, including a breakdown of what items you'll need and how to arrange them in your space Author Ariel Magidson is the founder of Ariel Arts, a Bay Area-interior design studio on a mission to make sustainable and affordable design accessible for everyone. Now in her debut book, Ariel shares her years of insights and expertise to help you make interior design feel realistic and within reach.Trade ReviewYour Space, Made Simple goes far beyond most interior design displays to consider not just the usage of a home, but the message it embraces, reflects, and embeds in its design choices. -Midwest Book Review "This book would be a great selection for a library with a well-used design section. Best for new homeowners and readers looking to redecorate, but the visual details could attract a variety of creative people." -Library Journal "While many interior design books are peppered with anecdotes and tips, her guide features "recipes" for every room in the house that show what furniture and decor you'll need and how to arrange it-down to the inch." -Domino
£20.99
teNeues Publishing UK Ltd Modern Glam: Glamorous Home Inspiration
Book SynopsisSmall in size, but big on ideas – the new Home Inspiration series by teNeues is sure to delight interior design fans who luxuriate in the idea of fabulous interiors, but also want to refresh their own personal living space. Each volume is dedicated to one element or interior style and features inspiring spaces and pictures of the latest designs from well-known interior design companies, showing you the best way to bring each style to life. Following on from the debut book Patterns, the second book in this series explores the Modern Glam interior design style – its golden sparkle, the shimmering softness of velvet, and Art Deco design with a modern twist. Design enthusiasts looking to add some glitz to their home will find inspiration on how to achieve this elegant look and feel, making this style their own. For those eager to get started, the index contains numerous brands and manufacturers of everything from wallpaper to candlesticks. Other titles in the series include: Boho Style: Bohemian ISBN 9783961715008 Colors: Colorful ISBN 9783961714506 Eco Materials: Decorating with Ecological Materials ISBN 9783961715015 Patterns: Patterned ISBN 9783961714292 Scandi Style: Scandinavian ISBN 9783961714490 Text in English and German.
£28.74
