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Book Synopsis This accessible and comprehensive book shines a light on the design history of the famous Anglepoise lamp. Starting with the beginnings of the company with George Carwardine, the designer behind the lamp, the book takes you through an illuminating journey of the development and influence of this British icon. In 1932, vehicle suspension engineer George Carwardine designed the spring, crank and lever mechanism that became the blueprint for the first Anglepoise lamp. Enchanting the world with its light-to-the-touch and anthropomorphic design, the unique and characterful form has adorned the worktables of everyone, from writers to engineers, from the Second World War through to the21st century. Cozy as it is utilitarian, the intimately focused pool of light the Anglepoise creates around an individual’s work is as poetic as it is practical. Today, the lamp is a sure sign of quality and has been hailed as a hallmark of British design. Spring Light details a fascinating history of this household item that the armchair architect, designer and engineer will enjoy. Chapters include:Foreword by Sir John HegartyA Question of Balance: An introduction to the designLight Engineering: Designer George Carwardine’s beginningsDarkness Visible: the Anglepoise in the Second World War and industryLamps for Sale: the launch of the Anglepoise Model 1227 through advertisingLighting by Design: the development of the Anglepoise lamp from the 1970s through to the 2000s – with collaborations with Paul Smith and Margaret HowellLights for Sore Eyes: the success of the design and imitationsAnglepoise goes to the Movies: the Anglepoise in filmsUndimmed Light: the future of Anglepoise and new designsIn the Beginning: a ruminative essay on the lamp – the pools of light it creates and its unique lightweight engineering – by Jonathan Glancey.Trade Review‘Jonathan Glancey writes with infectious gusto while releasing impressive deposits of rare information’ - Stephen Bayley -- The Spectator‘A great choice for fans of classic design’ -- Homes & Interiors Scotland

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Book SynopsisSeventeen homes demonstrate how Axel Vervoordt incorporates nature, art, and timeless interiors to create living spaces that encourage self-reflection, inspiration, and happiness.For a half century, Axel Vervoordt''s vision has been defined by a continual quest for harmony, beauty, and the creation of interior atmospheres that are rooted in the past, connected to the future, and imbued with today''s comforts. These eighteen residences--from an urban New York penthouse or Moscow apartment to a waterfront estate in New England, and from a Tokyo dwelling to a Bordeaux wine château or a Wabi-Sabi farmhouse--reveal how art complements architecture and the elements of nature in an alchemy of Vervoordt expression. Portraits of each residence--including the Vervoordts'' own homes in Venice and Belgium--feature sweeping vistas of the surrounding landscape and a tour through the interiors. Each detail--from the materials used to the graceful placement of a well-chosen object--offers deep insight into the Vervoordt design approach and abiding principles for living and working well.

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Book SynopsisAfter twenty years in his flower shop in Saint-Avertin, florist Jean-Francois Boucher left the family business to follow his heart and focus solely on his art, without having to put energy in the obligatory commercial flower work. And where better to do this than at the stunning Chateau de Chenonceau, one of those fairytale type castles in the French Loire Valley. Since 2015 Jean-Francois has been floral scenographer of the estate. Together with his small team he creates new floral compositions for the castle's rooms every week. These 'staged' flowers emphasise the history of the estate just like any other piece of art or furniture does. Their designs blend in perfectly with the interior and decoration and are in beautiful harmony with the room's colour code, its perfume and its function. Sometimes they even wink at poetry, art or the historical events that took place in these spaces. The Bouquets of Chenonceau is a magnificent coffee table book that will please both lovers of history and fans of floral design. Text in English and French.

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Book SynopsisThe boutique hotel trend shows no sign of slowing down with stylish lodgings popping up everywhere for any budget. More than just a shelter for trippers to rest their tired heads, contemporary boltholes are also meant to be social clubs, gallery space, and a gateway to local culture and stories. Some may even aspire to become an attraction themselves, offering one-of-a-kind hideaways to add an extra layer to travellers’ short stays. From conception to delivery, BRANDLife: Boutique Hotels & Hostels examine how new boltholes foreground branding and interiors in their business concepts, visible in their furniture selections, wayfinding systems, visual identities and more. Through case studies, colourful showcases and interviews with leading hoteliers and brand specialists, readers will acquire a rare insight into how these visionaries corner the market and remarkably connect customers from around the world.

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Book SynopsisYour client has decided to move out of the city to a country property. But they want to create a stylish, urban home in their new rural idyll. As a designer, it can seem difficult to recreate a metropolitan style while working within the more confined parameters of the country. This book shows you how to create a sophisticated scheme while also understanding the practicalities of designing for rural living. This practical and attractive design guide, including inspirational case studies, gives a fresh perspective on designing for country homes, explaining how to integrate contemporary style while engaging with current concerns such as how to design for sustainable building and wellbeing. Individual chapters cover various key rooms around the house with design ideas and practical tips to make them both comfortable and workable, as well as beautiful spaces. The design element of this book explores materials and finishes as well as styling that stand up to country life, the importance of using local materials and crafts people where possible and being aware of the architecture of the house and how it fits with the rural context. Case studies from a variety of exciting interior designers illustrate how following practical guidelines need not result in an uninspiring interior, but can result in an eclectic, contemporary finish.Table of ContentsChapter 1 IntroductionChapter 2 PlanningChapter 3 Architectural Styles in the CountryChapter 4 Heating/UtilitiesChapter 5 Space Planning/StorageChapter 6 KitchensChapter 7 Reception RoomsChapter 8 Working from Home SpacesChapter 9 BedroomsChapter 10 Bathrooms

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Book SynopsisStep inside 20 beautifully-designed homes and discover how to create the cosy and practical country vibe. This collection of classic and modern farmhouses inspires easy and comfortable living in every room. Just add rustic country charm to make your own home your favourite place to be. An intimate look inside these homes reveals how designers blend elements of old and new and add a touch of distinctive character to every room. The house tours include: renovated New York farmhouse that pairs classic architecture with a fresh colour palette for a hip yet historic look; a Virginia Colonial-style home with reclaimed floors and exposed beams A ranch-style Texas home built from scratch which displays old-time charm inside and out. (Think: tons of textured cosy lived-in rooms featuring aged furniture and collections of time-worn books and oiled paintings.) Whether you are looking to renovate or simply decorate your home, upgrade your kitchen with an apron-front sink, add shiplap to your walls, or introduce flair to your living space with flea market finds, this expansive collection of farmhouses will guide and inspire you. And it makes the perfect gift for anyone who dreams of a farmhouse of their own.

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Book SynopsisHouse London showcases 50 of the most stylish homes in the capital today – each with a uniquely 'London' feel. From the surprising interiors of humble terraces to extraordinary conversions showcasing the height of luxury.Table of Contents21ST-CENTURY MODERN Folds House Cork House House-within-a-House Longhouse Ellesmere Road The London Home Wilton Way Highbury Family Home Rebecca’s Home Talfourd Hampstead House RAW AND INDUSTRIAL Gin Distillery OHSt West Side Brewery Bookend House Kumar Nair Medusa Peyton Place Green House Bohemian House Fern Villa St John Street CRAFTS AND HERITAGESt John’s Wood Residence South-west London Home Sycamore House Heath Flat Disco House Blue Rooms Cottage Noir Ledbury Road Nicky Haslam’s London Pied-à-terre COLOUR AND PATTERN Mountain View House Forest House Finchley Home Kaleidoscope White Rabbit House Pembridge Mo-tel HouseRichmond Park Renovation Up-side-down House The House Recast Plimsoll Street MINIMALISM Notting Hill Apartment KG House Sun Rain Rooms Belgravia Mews House Bavaria Road Studio Paddington Pantheon Elsley Road Brixton Family House ER Residence

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Book SynopsisOur homes are an expression of how we want to live; they shape our everyday routines and fundamentally affect our well-being. Interior design for the home sustains a giant global industry and feeds an entire branch of the media. However, the question of dwelling, or how to live, is found increasingly to be lacking in serious discourse. This book sets out to review the interior design of our homes. It discusses 20 iconic residential interiors from the present back to the 1920s, by architects and designers such as Assemble, Arno Brandlhuber, Lina Bo Bardi, and Josef Frank and by artists such as Cecil Beaton and Andy Warhol. Including historic and recent photographs, drawings and plans, the book explores these case studies as key moments in the history of the modern interior. Penny Sparke provides a concise history of the discipline of interior design, Alice Rawsthorn investigates the role of gender, and Mark Taylor discusses the discourse on interior design in the twenty-first century. Adam Štěch offers insights into the use of colour in residential interiors and Matteo Pirola offers a detailed and richly illustrated chronology of significant events in the history of interior design. In a portfolio of photographs selected exclusively for this book, Jasper Morrison explores what makes a good interior. In addition to interviews with contemporary interior design practitioners, experts in the fields of the sociology of living and psychology provide further insight. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in interior design.

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Book SynopsisA unique and daring collection of homes and the stories of those who have changed their lives by changing their surroundings, from YouTube sensation Kirsten Dirksen and Nicolás Boullosa of @kirstendirksen / faircompaniesFor most people, the search for a home involves setting a budget, finding a place, then filling rooms with stuff. But Kirsten Dirksen and Nicolás Boullosa believe the search for a home is a search for meaning, and that the right dwelling can set the direction for one’s life. Fifteen years ago, armed with a camera and limitless curiosity, they set out across the globe to prove their theory and to challenge traditional assumptions about what makes a home. Now that the past few years have completely altered the way we live and work, most of us are asking the same questions and seeking homes that reflect our lifestyles and values. The dozens of spaces featured in Life-Changing Homes urge readers to think differently

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Book SynopsisImagine this: you have a hot cup of tea and a good book in front of you, the aroma of freshly baked bread in the air as sunlight streams in through the window. Daydreaming of a simpler life? Go back to the basics with Cottagecore Simplified.It might not be practical to drop everything and live out your fairytale fantasy, but it’s easy to embrace countryside comfort while coexisting with the modern world—find inspiration in the crafts, décor, and lifestyle tips in this book. This guide is designed to bring peace and relaxation to your life.Inside you’ll find: Recipes for baked breads, pies, pastries, and more Embroidery, sewing, and quilt patterns Ideas for sketches and doodles An introduction to candle and soap making Tips for maintaining your garden Pottery, flowerpressing, and other charming crafts And more! Life is all about enjoying the simple things. This idyllic aesthetic allows you to break from monotony and routine. Start off friends and family in their new home with this ideal housewarming gift, or take the plunge yourself into DIY projects and low-waste living. Unplug from the modern world and bring cottagecore to your everyday life with Cottagecore Simplified.

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Book SynopsisRustic isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days when rustic style meant fusty dried flower arrangements, antlers over a stone fireplace and acres of tartan. At its heart, the modern rustic look celebrates the fabric of a home, from the roof beams to the brickwork. This style revels in earthy colours and rich textures; in natural materials such as wood and stone; and the ruggedly handsome bones of a building. In this book, stylist Emily Henson and writer Joanna Simmons first lead you through the Elements of the Modern Rustic look. Pure Rustic elegantly blends clean lines with muted shades of grey. Bohemian Rustic mixes texture and pattern with lush colour, while Pop Rustic teams raw wood with pops of neon and tongue-in-cheek artworks. Retro Rustic, meanwhile, brings a relaxed feel, showcasing beaten-up leather armchairs and brick floors. In Details, textiles, furniture, fabric and display are explored, while Living Spaces shows how Modern Rustic style translates beautifully to every room in the house.

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Book SynopsisBecause sheds aren't just for men – this selection of sheds from the UK, North America and Europe shows how women everywhere can claim and use their own personal space. Every woman deserves a shed of her own, somewhere to retreat to for some quiet time, to create or grow, to write or paint, or just to contemplate the view. Gill Heriz has interviewed over 80 different women, and Nicolette Hallett has photographed their sheds inside and out, to collect together this unique insight into why women have sheds, and what they do in them. There are sheds for puppet-makers, sculptors, and writers, as well as farmers, furniture-makers and woodcutters. There are sheds that can be lived in, sheds that are full to the rafters and sheds that are simply sheds, with the usual collection of gardening tools, lawnmowers and seed packets. Virginia Woolf once argued that, for women, writing fiction required “a room of one’s own.” These women have taken that premise a step further – to the end of the garden – to find their own very personal space.

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Book SynopsisStep into a world where homes are not merely spaces to dwell but living, breathing masterpieces that are filled with magnificent art.

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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

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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

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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.

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Book SynopsisLet Geraldine James show you how to reinvent your home with new and exciting ways to make it uniquely yours. Whether you live in a bustling home where a family of different ages with varying tastes and interests needs to be accommodated, in a compact city pied à terre, or in a country or seaside retreat, you will find inspiration here for your ideal living space. The Creative Home brings together the best of Geraldine James’s Creative series of books and shows how to apply these ideas in your own home. There are four chapters on different areas of the house – Cook and Eat features kitchens and dining areas, Relax and Socialize covers living rooms, Work and Create includes home offices and studios, and Sleep and Bathe, of course, shows bedrooms and bathrooms. A final chapter, Store and Display, shows how your home can be used to show off your treasures and store your collections. Each chapter features rooms of different styles – from sleek and minimal, to Aladdin's caves belonging to collectors of anything and everything, thrifty chic-style rooms furnished with second-hand buys, and renovated homes with no expense spared – as well as displays featuring designer items alongside inherited family heirlooms. However, the one thing every room has in common, whatever its style or purpose, is that it has been furnished and decorated with great attention to detail.

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Book SynopsisA Kind of Magic is an aesthetic cornucopia of interior design inspiration and artistic passion from Luke Edward Hall, one of today’s most colorful and whimsical creative icons. Foreword by Nicky Haslam. This flamboyant, idiosyncratic volume oozes young English artist Luke Edward Hall’s trademark whimsical, eclectic style. His Cotswolds cottage and studio and London apartment exist as creative laboratories, forming the backdrop to his interior, product, and fashion design, as well as his painting, drawing, and writing. This exciting new book explores Hall’s romantic, colorful universe through his homes and workspaces, drawing on his myriad influences, from local mythology and folklore to 1980s pop music and all things baroque. Divided into three sections—Country, London, and Studio—and featuring photographs by Hall’s close friend and collaborator Billal Taright, the book showcases Hall’s striking interior design style, together with his artwork and an assortment of short essays on his passions, from flowers and gardens to cooking and clothes. Coupled with vintage photographs and drawings of noteworthy personalities and locations, plus collage-style collections of Hall’s own memorabilia, this book, featuring a transparent illustrated dust jacket, will enchant Hall’s legion of fans as well as art and design enthusiasts around the world.

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Book SynopsisInterior design in Barcelona, an important Mediterranean metropolis and a city with a rich history, draws influences from many different styles. The interiors featured here — notable for their airy sense of space and tiled floors — are cool in the summer but remain cozy and inviting. This book takes you behind the elegant facades, where timeless charm is created by the use of wood, warm colours and fabrics. Barcelona Interiors focuses on the most exclusive and unique homes that represent the authentic Barcelona way of living.

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Book SynopsisIn Global Bohemian, Fifi O’Neill shows how you can bring gypset style into your home, fusing the colourful, eccentric style of bohemian living with inspirations from far-flung places. Why settle for one style when you can indulge your love of several? Whether exuberant or subtle, eclectic or sophisticated, bohemian style welcomes a freethinking approach to decorating. Fifi O’Neill shows you how to combine originality, creative energy, whimsy and a love of travel to create adventurous, authentic, and enchanting interiors. Find inspiration for making your home truly unique by mixing pieces with traditional style alongside finds from your travels. Whether you want to transform understated spaces by adding intriguing nomadic elements, incorporating tropical and beach motifs, or hints of glamour, Global Bohemian offers ample and affordable decorative options and celebrates self-expression, inspiration, passion and personal flair.Trade Review…boho is back in your home. Fifi O'Neill explains how to make it chic, not shabby. * Stella, The Telegraph *Whether exuberant or subtle, eclectic or sophisticated, Global Bohemian celebrates a freethinking approach to decorating. * The Colourist *

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Book SynopsisA highly practical guide that shows readers how to create a tailor-made Bohemian home one room at a time.Trade Review'[Full of] ideas for a colour-packed, rule-breaking, interior' - Metro'You can’t beat a beautiful book …a rich, timeless mixture of texture, colour clashes and layering' - Nene Living'Wild and colourful' - CosyTable of ContentsIntroduction to Bohemian Style • Achieving the Look • Welcome to the Boho Home • The colour palette • The Bohemian furniture • The Plants (incorporate nature) • Tell a story • The importance of soft furnishings • That laid back feel • The lighting • Room by Room Guide • Entering • Relaxing • Cooking • Eating • Cleansing • Resting

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Book SynopsisA New York Times bestseller! All in Good Taste helps us become the hostess everyone wants an invitation from.In this charming guide to entertaining, kate spade new york throws rigid rules out the door and shares unpretentious ideas for the modern-day hostess that are easy, festive, authentic, and always with an air of deliberate polish. Filled with how-tos, personal essays, anecdotes, recipes, and a liberal dash of style, All in Good Taste covers the essential lost artshow to shuck an oyster, curate a vibrant guest list, guide a dinner-table discussionright alongside modern conundrums such as Instagram etiquette at dinner.Whether you entertain a little or a lot, or just love being the person everyone wants to sit next to at dinner, All in Good Taste is the modern classic you'll treasure for years.Disclaimer: The wine stain on the cover of the book is a design element and is intentional.

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Book SynopsisThe spirit of 'country' can be evoked in many ways, but is an enduring and much-loved home style.This beautiful collection offers the reader practical knowledge and inspirational ideas to create their own very personal sense of country, wherever they live.The first section, Country Decorating, illustrates how you can create restful decorative effects around your home.The second section, Country Crafts and Flowers, uses materials and themes from nature for a variety of decorations and arrangements created from fresh and dried flowers, and the final section, Country Cooking, is a collection of 50 seasonal recipes for mouthwatering country fare.

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Book SynopsisInspiring new design ideas from multiple award-winning Danish fashion and interior designer Malene Birger. In this third volume of her successful interior design series, Birger showcases four houses and apartments she has recently furnished in England, Italy, Greece and Spain. Alluring before-and-after shots trace the path from proverbial white canvas to feel-good oasis. In addition, the versatile globetrotter shows her own artwork and a new line of jewellery that reflects her unique aesthetic visual language. The final chapter of the book is devoted to the beginnings of her latest remodeling project, a townhouse in Felanitx, a town on the Balearic Island of Majorca. Text in English, German, French and Spanish Also available by Malene Birger: Move and Work, ISBN 9783832798093, and Live and Work, ISBN 9783832794170.Trade Review"Malene Birger, the acclaimed Danish designer, has spent almost two decades rennovating houses across the world, giving them her distinct look and feel." - Irish Tatler“Focuses on the interiors the Danish designer and artist has created for her various homes around the world.” - Elle Decoration“Lavishly illustrated.” - Country & Town HousePosted on Instagram stories by House Beautiful magazine as their "Design book of the week": "In the third volume of her bestselling series "Move and Art," award-winning Danish fashion and interior designer Malene Birger guides readers through four stunning homes in England, Italy, Greece and Spain." - House Beautiful Instagram"In the book "Move and Art" she (Malene Birger) shows five of her many houses. We talk about giving character to a new space, being faithful to one's own style, and planning changes." - Vogue Poland"To make a space feel like your own, it’s all about details. I add my touch using lamps and art, music and scents." - Harper's Bazaar UK"Move And Art takes you on a journey through Birger’s life from 2014 until 2022, each chapter capturing a moment in time spent at her homes in London, Skyros, Tremezzo, Alqueria Blanca and Felanitx." - 5' Eleven" Magazine"Inspired by our favorite Danish designer Malene Birger. Dive deep into her universe in a magnificent design book where you can follow along to homes she has decorated in England, Italy, Greece and Spain." [Google Translate from Swedish] - Femina Sweden"Having spent the last 17 years flipping homes across the world, fashion-turned-interior designer Malene Birger has become a dab hand at turning a house into a sanctuary of elegance and style." - Effect MagazineTable of ContentsCONTENT FOREWORD p4 LONDON p9 SKYROS p51 TREMEZZO p95 ALQUERIA BLANCA p157 FELANITX p217

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Book SynopsisMaximize your décor and personalize your space with these 45 unique botanical illustrations of beautiful plants and flowers in three convenient sizes to perfectly fit any frame or wall space.With Instant Wall Art Vibrant Botanical Prints, you can fill an entire wall with stunning, ready-to-frame images for the cost of a single art print. These forty-five eye-catching illustrations of beautiful and interesting plants will transform your space and create visual impact. These intricately detailed prints are perfect for any room whether you are decorating your first apartment or updating the walls in your dream home. Combine multiple prints to create a gallery of gorgeous illustrations. Printed on high quality, perforated paper, each image is ready for easy removal. Featuring three different image sizes—8x10, 5x7, and 4x6—these prints are easy to frame and add to any space.

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Book SynopsisThe legendary Schumacher design house presents an inspiring interiors survey exploring the versatile and transformative use of blue and white Divided by style (charming, modern, boho, traditional, etc.), Schumacher will take you on a tour of the best of blue and white decorating, featuring interiors that show just how versatile this color combination can be. The book features a guide to iconic blue and white colors (from robin’s egg to sky, to cerulean and oyster, to alabaster to porcelain) as well as a roundup of best-in-class product from tabletop to fabrics and wallcoverings.Trade Review‘With page after page of pretty interiors, Moore dishes up a delft dose of inspiration.’ – 225 Magazine ‘Together, blue and white make a timeless impression, and this book takes readers through the ranges—from powder to indigo and snow to bone.’ – AD PRO ‘[A] must read.’ – Canadian House & Home ‘Filled with more than 120 pages of inspiring interiors representing creative examples of the ever-classic color combination, Blue and White Done Right features rooms around the world and across the decades that speak to the enduring appeal of this winning pairing.’ – Detroit News ‘Presents dozens of compelling uses of blue and white together through a mix of stunning interiors projects from around the world. . . this compendium of design ingenuity demonstrates the power of carefully considered interiors strategies.’ – Whitewall Magazine ‘This comprehensive anthology on the classic color combination is filled with rooms by the world’s greatest decorators.’ – FREDERIC

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Book SynopsisDesigner, photographer, artist, blogger and social media star Dabito's delightful interiors book Old Brand New is a celebration of colour, space, and maximalist style. Offering readers actionable advice to layer spaces with meaning through refreshing décor and bold hues, this book provides inspiration for anyone signing a lease or renovating or buying their first home. Illustrated with photographs of Dabito’s many design projects and snaps from his travels, the chapters are each supplemented with how-to guides for weekend-friendly projects both large and small. In this deeply personal book, Dabito draws on his family’s immigrant experiences to discuss the challenges he’s faced finding a sense of security by designing his surroundings. Through the author's love of design, colour, and maximalism, Old Brand New offers much-needed insight to the value of home and the meaning of family.

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Book Synopsis Welcome to the 'more is more' world of decorating, or as it's more commonly know in the business, Maximalism. A style that embraces the all-out: beautiful colour palettes, luxurious textiles, patterns and embellishment. Maximalism is the epitome of passion, one in which Scandi-style, stripped bare and pared-back interiors have no place. Abigail Ahern guides us through the sea change in the world of interiors as the pendulum swings away from minimalism, over to our increasing desire for self-expression and optimism. Learn how to break the 'rules' of interior design, play fast and loose with different periods in a single room and have fun. Maximalism allows you to dip into colour palettes and any decade or style, with the effect of stirring up emotions and creating a bedazzling space you'd never want to leave. Chapters include:Developing a Sense of Style: Research tips and how to begin, from trawling Instagram and tearing sheets from magazine.Expressing Yourself: Learning which rules to forget and which guidelines you would do best to remember to make your decorating foolproof.All-Important Accessories: Learn to create a story whereby every object in the room supports the same vision.Identifying Your Palette: Experiment with thinking outside the box and be curious with colour – what matters most is not the colour but the tone.Creating a Sense of Home: All homes should have a soul and you should be the mixologist, taking risks and mixing up furniture styles with aplomb.Creating Ambience with Lighting: Lighting is key and enables you to set a mood that is instantly tangible and has a direct impact on mood and energy.Styling Your Space: The secret ingredient to making a maximalist home work, and not feeling like a cluttered mess.Challenge the Norm: Harness beauty and oddity, sensuous and the macabre, to create a decorative melting pot where elements vibrate with energy.Little Black Book: Take a peek inside Abigail's little black book where we find the best global decor stores not to be missed.Trade ReviewThe coolest decorator on the planet.’ The Times Praise for Everything: 'Love love love it. Helps you pull things you love together to build a cocooning home.' -Cerys Matthews 'Abigail Ahern’s expert tips will help you define your own style and design a home that's bursting with character.' – LivingETC.com ‘Create a bold, glamorous look without calling in an expert…easy…if you use Abigail Ahern's step-by-step guide." -Guardian '[Abigail Ahern’s] expert advice on how to style with brighter colours, patterns, textures and accessories – alongside the stunning photographs of her and her friends’ homes – seriously makes us want to get busy livening up our walls.' – Home Style

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Book SynopsisMake-up for YouIt?s time to let go of outdated beauty rules and expectations, and to discover empowering and exciting ways to express yourself. Welcome to the new beauty bible.Sophie Hannah is the queen of creative self-expression, whether it?s everyday hair and make-up looks or incredible festival, Halloween, party and holiday styles. She doesn?t shy away from showing her true selves and having fun with her beauty and style ? and neither should you!This book has absolutely everything you need to know, from how to put together your beauty kit, take care of your skin and master basic techniques, to ideas for experimenting with hair colour and styles, and finding sustainable ways to develop your look. Including step-by-step illustrated tutorials and aspirational ideas, it is packed full of information to teach, inspire and give you the confidence to develop your own unique style.Life is short ? so let yourself feel good being you!

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Book SynopsisThe first publication dedicated to Karl Lagerfeld's glamorous homes, known for their eclectic interiors, ranging from the Art Deco to the ultramodern. While Karl Lagerfeld was famous for being at the very centre of the fashion industry for over half a century, he was equally opinionated when it came to interiors, which acted as a private creative outlet alongside his fashion designs. Following an overview by Patrick Mauriès, each house is introduced by a short text by Marie Kalt unveiling its history and identifying key designers and pieces. The homes are documented by date, beginning with rare photography of Lagerfeld's early addresses in the 1960s and 1970s, through to his final house purchase in 2009. From the elegant Art-Deco inspired apartment in Saint-Sulpice, Paris, to the incredibly ornate 18th-century mansion, Hôtel Pozzo di Borgo (his muse and collaborator Amanda Harlech described Lagerfeld as having a Versailles complex') Lagerfeld's houses reveal he was a collector o

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Book SynopsisA global survey of a wide variety of homes, offering the perfect balance between the inspirational and the practical.

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Book SynopsisAspiring decorators will learn how to identify their personal style, implement it throughout their home, and effortlessly switch out key decor elements to celebrate seasons and holidays. What is the hardest part of home decorating? It?s figuring out how to get started. Bre Doucette, author of The Gift of Home and creator of the Rooms for Rent blog, helps you get over this crucial first step with proven and practical advice on how to discover your style and then apply it to every space in your home. Once these major decorating decisions have been made, the second half of the book shows you how easy it is to add seasonal touches that still retain the same look of the rest of your home, adding a festive, celebratory feel throughout the year. Making Your Home Meaningful will help you decorate and create heartfelt, authentic spaces that truly make your house a home you love living in.

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Book SynopsisAn essential text for all students of design . . . [and] inspiration and intel for those simply interested in the art and practice. --Alexa Hampton, from the forewordFrom the nation''s top college for interior design comes a definitive design school in a book and a fabulous reference for decorating the home. In the past decade, New York School of Interior Design, which was founded in 1916, has drawn a large crossover audience of passionate decorating enthusiasts and hobbyists--many of them private homeowners who know that thinking like a professional is the surest way to achieve a magnificent home. This lavishly illustrated and highly detailed interior design bible provides a comprehensive education on home design and decor, from color theory principles to space-specific considerations (choosing furniture for a living room) and collaborating with architects and other professionals for the best results. Built on the Home Study Course that is the foundation of the school''s curriculum, this book offers an unparalleled mastery of the key elements of enduring design, rendering it the only book you''ll ever need.

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Book SynopsisChristopher Garis is an American writer and editor who has worked for T Magazine, Elle Décor, The World of Interiors and Condé Nast Traveler, among other publications. He lives between Milan and Tangier. Guido Taroni is a leading photographer specializing in fashion and interiors. Inspired by his uncle, renowned fashion photographer Giovanni Gastel, Taroni has forged a characteristic style that has seen his work regularly exhibited as well as featured in iconic design publications such as T Magazine, Cabana, World of Interiors, and Architectural Digest. His books include Inside Tangier, Inside Milan, Inside Yucatan, and Safari Style, among others. He lives in Milan.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing a collection of homes that embody the influential Brooklyn Home Company’s aesthetic, this book introduces readers to the design firm’s signature method. By fusing design and development with a cohesive vision for mindful living and modern style, brother-and-sister-team builder Bill Caleo and designer Lyndsay Caleo founded the popular Brooklyn Home Company, which operates as a local, family-run design collective. The Brooklyn Home features ten iconic Brooklyn homes that they have designed and unpacks the secrets to creating light, comfort, and calm, even within the chaos of a big city. With a focus on sustainable living and personalized charm, each home is uniquely stunning. From a company known for designing and building locally sourced, perfectly artful spaces, complete with minimalist interiors, these projects feature bespoke details with integrated art pieces and hand-carved elements by artist-in-residence Fitzhugh Karol. Trade Review“With clean, curated interiors and an effortless embrace of architecture, the Brooklyn Home Company is behind some of my favorite spaces. From one page to the next, this book is a beautiful way to immerse yourself in their work.” * Jenni Kayne *“Since its launch in 2006, the Brooklyn Home Company has developed an identifiable design vocabulary for both brownstones and medium-scale condominiums . . . Lyndsay Caleo Karol, [Bill] Caleo’s sister and the company’s creative director, conceived a toolkit of white-finished surfaces, natural woods, and traditionally crafted millwork in response to the daylight conditions and historic inspirations of Brooklyn.” * David Sokol for Architectural Digest *

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Book SynopsisThis book sets out to explore the creation of interior atmosphere as seen through the lens of mise-en-scène. You will learn how this film theory informs the concept of staged space' translated through the narrative and expressive qualities of a particular scene. Jean Whitehead quickly takes this concept beyond the screen and considers its application to the interior setting'. By learning to use the ingredients that inform an interior' mise-en-scène such as its backdrop, choice of props, use of special effects alongside the application of colour, pattern, graphics, light and shadow, an immersive atmospheric experience can be created. Packed with inspiring examples and case studies, ranging from cinematic interiors and art installations, to the work of notable interior designers, stylists and architects with an interior interest, this book broadens current thinking around the design of the decorated interior. It will help you to embrace the concepts that underpin an interior mise-en-Table of Contents1. Creating Interior Atmosphere: An Introduction Introduction What is Interior Design? Scope of this book - Interior Design and Mise-en-scène What is Atmosphere? Conclusion Further Reading – Exploring atmosphere 2. What’s in a Room? The Principles of ‘Mise-en-scène’ The Power of the Interior What is ‘Mise-en-scène?’ What is an ‘Interior’ Mise-en-scène? Conclusion Further Reading – Exploring Mise-en-scène 3. The Interior Setting: The Backdrop or ‘Skin’ of the Space What is an Interior Setting? What is the physical environment – the skin? Examples of Interior Mise-en-scène, creating an interior setting Case Study One: Surface Skin – ‘The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari’, Robert Wiene Case Study Two: Surface Skin - Rough Luxe Hotel, Rabih Hage Case Study Three: Manipulated Skin -Strawberry Hill, Horace Walpole Case Study Four: Layered Skin – ‘Re-Set’, Petra Blaisse Case Study Five: Three Dimensional Skin - KU64 Kids Club, GRAFT Conclusion Further Reading – Exploring the ‘Interior Setting’ 4. What is an Interior ‘Prop’? Accessories, furniture, fixtures and equipment Introducing Interior Props Using Interior Props Examples of Interior Mise-en-scène, props and atmosphere Case Study One: Accessories, furniture and fixtures - The Ace Hotel, Roman and Williams Case Study Two: Furniture – ‘A Clockwork Orange’, Stanley Kubrick Case Study Three: Equipment – ‘Break Down’, Michael Landy Case Study Four: Fixtures- Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centre, Frank Gehry Case Study Five: Props as fixtures - Kesselskramer, FAT Conclusion Further Reading – Exploring Interior Props 5. ‘Special Effects’: Interior Space and Experiences Introducing Interior Special Effects Special Effects - Perception and Atmosphere Examples of Interior Mise-en-scèneand their special effects Case Study One: Implied Space – ‘Dogville’, director Lars von Trier Case Study Two: Illusory Space - La Maison Champs Elysées, Maison Martin Margiela Case Study Three: Sensory Space - Fragrance Lab for Selfridges, Campaign, The Future Laboratory and Givauden Case Study Four: Use of Scale – ‘Citizen Kane’, director Orson Welles Case Study Five: Sensory Space - Alcoholic Architecture, Bompas & Parr Conclusion Further Reading – Considering Special Effects 6. Light and Shadow: Uncovering its Dramatic Role Introducing Light and Shadow Lighting and Atmosphere Examples of Interior Mise-en-scène – using light and shadow Case Study One: Shadow - ‘Nosferatu’ Case Study Two: Artificial Light – ‘The Weather Project’, Olafur Eliasson Case Study Three: Natural Light - D.E. Shaw Offices and Co., Steven Holl Case Study Four: Candle light - Sam Wannamaker Playhouse – Allies & Morrison and Jon Greenfield Case Study Five: Digital Light - The West Lobby in The Cosmopolitan, Rockwell Group’s LAB Conclusion Further Reading – Exploring Light and Shadow 7. Colour: A Technicolor© Inner World Introducing Colour Colour and Atmosphere Examples of Interior Mise-en-scène, using colour Case study One: Colour – ‘The Cook, the Thief, his Wife and her Lover’, director Peter Greenaway Case study Two: Colour – Spiegel Publishing Headquarters by Verner Panton Case study Three: Colour via pattern – ‘Dots Obsession’ by Yayoi Kusama Case study Four: Colour via graphics – The Hotel by Jean Nouvel Case study Five: Colour –Wards 23 & 29, Bradford Royal Infirmary Conclusion Further Reading – Exploring Colour

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Book SynopsisIt''s time to listen to your inner child.Find your colour confidence with this super practical guide. Discover which colours light you up and make them work in any room. Be bright, be bold - if you''re accidentally Wes Anderson or longing to wake up in Oz, my checklists and creative challenges will help you plan, paint and style your own colour-filled haven. Get inspired with all kinds of colourful homes and different interior styles celebrated in this book.I made this book for everyone, to make colour not scary! I transformed my family home on a budget, doing it myself. This is my method to make your space your colourful oasis, your way. Find tips for owners and renters and all budgets. Enjoy!

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Book SynopsisA collection of nine contemporary homes by architect Celeste Robbins, who imbues her modern designs with warmth and emotion In her first monograph, Chicago-based architect Celeste Robbins of Robbins Architecture proves that contemporary design can be inviting, comfortable, and graciously responsive to how we live. Illustrating Robbins’s holistic vision, which integrates architecture, interior design, and landscape, The Meaningful Modern Home features nine significant projects across the United States realized in different styles and natural materials. All offer living proof of how modernism can be warm and rooted in a vivid sense of place.Trade Review‘This book shows just how warm, inviting, and holistic today’s modern homes can be. If you’re looking for inspiration, the photography in this book is beautiful and captures the details of nine homes across the country.’ – Design Milk

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Book Synopsis''Atlanta and Dave''s unique blend of nostalgic romanticism combined with a thoughtful approach to sustainability and slow living, makes this book a dream for anyone interested in how to live with vintage and antiques without succumbing to clutter or consumerism.''Paula Sutton - Hill House Vintage''A book for those who fall between the all-out riot that is maximalism and the rigidity of minimalism, the authors lead you gently down a middle path where it''s about layering textures to create comfort and character without overwhelming the senses. If there is such a thing as mindful decorating this is it.'' Kate Watson-Smyth - Mad About the House''Atlanta and Dave have a unique talent to build, rework and decorate properties with a functional and romantic flow. Using reclaimed and authentic elements is a signature of their work and creates charming and timeless homes.'' Rachel Ashwell - Founder of Shabby Chic''Atlanta and D

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