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'A truly transformative read' Sunday Times STYLE 'More than ever,
we need books like this' Jessica Seaton, Co-Founder of Toast and
author of Gather, Cook, Feast A whole new way of looking at the
world - and your life - inspired by centuries-old Japanese wisdom.
Wabi sabi ("wah-bi sah-bi") is a captivating concept from Japanese
aesthetics, which helps us to see beauty in imperfection,
appreciate simplicity and accept the transient nature of all
things. With roots in zen and the way of tea, the timeless wisdom
of wabi sabi is more relevant than ever for modern life, as we
search for new ways to approach life's challenges and seek meaning
beyond materialism. Wabi sabi is a refreshing antidote to our
fast-paced, consumption-driven world, which will encourage you to
slow down, reconnect with nature, and be gentler on yourself. It
will help you simplify everything, and concentrate on what really
matters. From honouring the rhythm of the seasons to creating a
welcoming home, from reframing failure to ageing with grace, wabi
sabi will teach you to find more joy and inspiration throughout
your perfectly imperfect life. This book is the definitive guide to
applying the principles of wabi sabi to transform every area of
your life, and finding happiness right where you are.
Private houses, museums, restaurants, pubs, a former cinema and
numerous little-known treasures jostle for attention in this
beautifully photographed collection of weird and wonderful
interiors in England.
Often featuring deliberate references to the tastes and styles
of bygone eras, all the interiors in this book are united by a
wonderful blend of vivacity and individuality, as well as
displaying a great deal of passion and dedication in the creation
of a unique space. At the same time, the 'Englishness' that
characterises these interiors is often a diverse assemblage of
traditions and tastes from every corner of the world, not only
reflecting the historical make-up of British society but also the
far-reaching knowledge-base upon which the creators of these
glorious interiors have been able to draw.
From a bizarre magician's house in London to a wildly
entertaining hotel in rural North Yorkshire, there is ample
evidence across England of the creative output resulting from this
heady mix of enthusiasm and expertise. Historical fantasies sit
alongside glorious 21st-century expressions of maximalism, from
Walpole's stunning 'little play-thing house' at Strawberry Hill in
Twickenham to the newly opened Great John Street Hotel in
Manchester where the style is joyfully described as 'New York meets
vintage chic'. Quirky, intellectual, stylish or humorous, all the
interiors in this book serve as a glorious testimony to the richly
creative tradition of English eccentricity, past and present.
Crafting from pregnancy to your baby's first birthday! The arrival
of a new baby is not only a cause for celebration, but also the
perfect opportunity to get creative. After all, what could be
better to give to that special little person in your life than a
handmade gift? Whether you are making a gift for your own baby, or
for a friend or relative's new arrival, this book features a wide
range of craft projects to suit all skill levels and covers
numerous craft types, including stenciling, sewing, knitting, and
crochet. There are projects for all the early stages of welcoming a
baby, from pregnancy through to the first birthday, each one
created exclusively for the book by a specially selected group of
crafters from around the world. Beautiful watercolor illustrations
accompany the projects ensuring each one is easily achievable and
suitable for crafters of all levels.
Good homes are places where lives can unfold, families grow up, dogs jump on sofas, friends share your hospitality. They should also be places where you can find some solitude – a quiet corner to read a book, have a Saturday afternoon nap. In short, they need to be able to sustain you, inspire you and tell your story thanks to their architecture, use of materials and contents.
These are the attributes that Monocle has always celebrated when covering residences in its design and architecture pages – whether featuring a city bolthole, a modernist seaside residence or a summer outpost in a forest. Now Monocle is bringing this all together in one book that explores individual homes, housing projects old and new, communities of self-builders, even whole neighbourhoods where a simple philosophy of building well has created quality of life for many. Monocle has also recruited key thinkers, writers and designers to share their perspectives in a series of fascinating essays.
The Monocle Book of Homes is packed with great photography that delivers the bigger picture and also offers a focus on the smallest details. This is a book that could change how you live.
Kelly Hoppen, multi-award-winning designer and TV personality,
shares her essential style solutions that will transform your home.
Kelly knows what works, and here she shows you how to do it by
bringing together creative ideas and inspiration alongside a wealth
of professional know-how, practical advice and cost-effective style
solutions that can work for every home, big or small. Whether you
are a young professional renting a flat, a first-time homebuyer or
an experienced homeowner who wants to give your home a dash of
Kelly Hoppen glamour, this book will help you create a beautiful,
functional and relaxing home that suits your individual needs and
reflects your personality. With over 200 images, carefully selected
and curated by a world-renowned design guru with over 40 years'
experience, Kelly Hoppen's Essential Style Solutions for Every Home
gives you: Clear and easy-to-follow advice on the first principles
of style including tones and colour, texture, light and finishing
touches. The lowdown on practicalities, budgeting and prioritizing
from Kelly's expert perspective. Tried-and-tested tricks of the
trade that show you how to use colour and tones that will make your
rooms feel bigger and brighter. Tips on how to dress and
accessorise rooms for maximum impact. Room-by-room case studies
focus on the main spaces in the home as well as dead space such as
corridors, addressing the feeling you are aiming to create, and
setting out the core elements and top styling tips to allow you to
achieve this. Where applicable, Kelly makes cost-cutting
suggestions for saving money by choosing less-expensive materials,
advising what it's worth splashing out on and where you can afford
to spend less, as well as ideas for making quick-and-easy seasonal
updates to inexpensively refresh your rooms on a regular basis. Get
the luxe look for less with Kelly Hoppen's Essential Style
Solutions for Every Home.
Quilting is big business. This book is for anyone who wants to turn
their love for quilts into profit in a market that is viable and
continues to grow. It will guide the reader through all the aspects
of setting up and running a thriving home-based quilti
A visual analysis of the colours used in furnishing fabrics and
wallpapers from the 15th century to now, providing inspiration for
designers. This simply structured and highly original book analyses
the palettes that have been used by designers in the creation of
furnishing fabrics and wallpapers from the 15th century to the
present. The colours used in each pattern are presented in a simple
proportional grid, giving a clear understanding of hues that have
been expertly combined at different periods to create the designs
we continue to admire and emulate. Spectrum opens with a brief
introduction by interior design expert Ros Byam Shaw, exploring the
history of colour as used in interiors. The fabrics and wallpapers
that follow are arranged chronologically. Each is reproduced on its
own double-page spread, and is accompanied by a brief
narrative-style caption that provides information about each fabric
or wallpaper and its significance in the context of interior
design. Unique in such a book are the colour grids shown beside
each pattern, in which the colours in the original piece are shown
in proportion to their use, and with their CMYK references to
enable designers to replicate these colours in their own work.
Whether it's empty-nest syndrome, a desire to streamline one's
house to make travel and hobbies more affordable, or a divorce or
death in the family, people are seeking ways to live large while
living smaller. In Upscale Downsizing, home-style guru Leslie
Linsley shows readers that small can be beautiful and
elegant...style and personal taste can still reign supreme,
especially if homeowners have spent a lifetime accumulating lovely
things they don't want to part with. Whatever your budget, Leslie
shows you ways to keep what you love, make your environment fresh
and appealing, and enjoy the new home you've always wanted. Using
examples ranging from 600 sq ft apartments to two-story condos,
she'll share ideas for: problem solving including storage tricks,
entertaining in small spaces, flexible layouts and furniture;
repurposing your space; living with what you absolutely can't live
without - and much more. Will be lushly illustrated with over 200
full-colour photographs.
Design Masterclass is the definitive home-decorating guide from
Kelly Hoppen, offering invaluable professional advice on both the
practical and aesthetic aspects of interior design. Kelly shares
her trade secrets and expert knowledge to help you ensure that your
decorating project runs smoothly; comes in on time and within
budget; and achieves a functional, flexible interior that suits the
way you live. Alongside inspiring photographs and room schemes of
some of her finest projects, Kelly offers expert guidance on: How
to use scale and proportion, colour, texture, lighting, furniture,
art and other decorative elements to create a comfortable and
elegant home that looks the way you want it to. How to approach the
challenges and solutions commonly faced when designing different
spaces in the home - from kitchens, living rooms bedrooms and
bathrooms to media rooms and home offices, gyms and spas - and
offers helpful hints on all aspects of decorating and furnishing
each one. Essential advice on practical matters, such as budgeting,
scheduling, drawing up floor plans, creating room boards, briefing
professionals and managing the work. Kelly Hoppen's Design
Masterclass is an indispensable reference for interior designers
and home decorators alike, giving professional insight to anyone
wanting to give their home a touch of Kelly Hoppen's distinctive
style.
Presents guidelines and step-by-step projects for decorating
ordinary household items and features. The text introduces the
materials and equipment needed and covers the basic techniques,
from preparing surfaces and cutting a stencil to protecting the
finished work with varnish. The main part of the book takes
elements of the home in turn: walls and floors; furniture;
accessories and fabrics; and outdoor spaces. Also included are
ideas for borders and alternative applications for each motif,
together with a section on materials and techniques.
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