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The second monograph on the work of interior designer, architect
and landscape designer Bill Bensley. Bill Bensley's exuberant
aesthetic is renowned around the world. Vanity Fair has described
him as 'the craziest sane designer in the world', while Conde Nast
Traveller hails him as a 'master of fabulation'. Bensley's
eponymous design studio, based in Bangkok and Bali, is most famous
for its work on luxury hotels throughout Southeast Asia. Featuring
detailed presentations of 12 of his most exciting, extravagant,
outlandish and award-winning projects, this bold, large-format
design monograph reflects Bensley's theatrical style this bold,
large-format design monograph reflects Bensley's theatrical style
and his maxim, 'Lebih Gila Lebih Baik': 'The Odder the Better'.
Increasingly, 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.
*Instant National Bestseller Get inspired by a new compilation of
crave-worthy spaces and places curated by HGTV star and
award-winning designer Sarah Richardson, following on the instant
bestselling success of Collected: City + Country. The latest in the
Collected series of books by Sarah Richardson celebrates Colour +
Neutral, from interior and exterior spaces to products, places, and
creative people. Filled with striking photos and smart advice from
Sarah and her team, along with top designers on the global scene,
this volume explores the joyful contrast between bright, energetic
homes, and calming, soulful spaces-ensuring there's something for
every one of Sarah's fans. Whether you dream of bold tones or
whisper-soft palettes, Sarah's done all the work for you in
Collected: Colour + Neutral, curating fresh ideas from the world's
best sources and making this issue both a valuable resource and
keepsake worth collecting.
The mid-twentieth century was a dynamic period in international
design, including interior design, and has retained its influence
on popular culture today. This handbook shows readers how to create
a tailor-made home inspired by the iconic designs of this period.
Working through the home one room at a time, the book highlights
classic items of furniture and signature accessories. In-depth case
studies demonstrate the essential elements and provide inspiration.
Colour combinations are explored to help personalise these
inventive styles for the home. Anyone eager to bring mid-century
chic to their own home will find this book a valuable resource.
This title includes 28 fresh, modern projects, with adaptable
decorating styles. By learning to create their own artwork, home
decorators can achieve a personalised look without breaking the
bank. "DIY Art at Home" shows how easy it is for readers to create
their own modern masterpieces using a few simple art supplies and
the full-size templates that are also included. The book begins
with The Practical Studio, which outlines the materials and tips
that are needed to get started. The five chapters that follow:
Living Room Spirit, Kitchen Decor, In the Mood, Sweet Expressions,
and Office Inspiration offer 28 fresh, beautiful, step-by-step
projects for every room, all with a clean, modern aesthetic that
will complement virtually every style of decorating.
Cut through the clutter with a compilation of HGTV star and
award-winning designer Sarah Richardson's favourite places and
things, all following up on the bestselling success of Sarah Style
and At Home: Sarah Style. Collected by Sarah Richardson is a new
series of books that contains an ever-changing mood board of
favourite things-from interior and exterior spaces to products,
places, and creative people. Packed with never-before-seen photos,
every page is filled with Sarah's trademark warmth, humour, and
get-it-done advice. "Whether you're tackling a ground-up build, a
gut renovation, or simply looking to make the most of a weekend
DIY," she says, "these pages and guidance from our experts will
inspire, excite, and inform your design adventures." In "City +
Country," the debut volume, Sarah celebrates the best of both
beloved styles. Wide-open spaces and fresh-air farmhouses find a
home alongside jewel box-like urban abodes and crave-worthy new
getaways, ensuring that there's something inside for every design
lover and delivering an aspirational design book that captures the
looks that are unique to Sarah. For readers who want to get behind
the scenes of Sarah's life or apply her style to their own living
spaces, every issue of Collected is a must-have read and a keepsake
well worth collecting.
Stars of the hit Netflix series Dream Home Makeover Syd and Shea
McGee offers fans a new and intimate look into how they built their
business in this bestselling autobiography. Do you want to live the
best version of your life? Learn how Syd and Shea prioritized their
values, defined their goals, and put their dreams into
action--going from flat broke to design superstars--all while
following their motto to "make life beautiful." Most importantly,
discover how you can do the same! For the one million-plus
followers who turn to Syd and Shea McGee for advice on building a
beautiful home and life, Make Life Beautiful is a behind-the-scenes
look into how the couple transformed Shea's small room of fabric
samples and big dream of becoming a designer into one of the most
successful and fastest-growing interior design businesses in the
country. In Make Life Beautiful, Syd and Shea inspire you on how to
build an authentic life by applying design principles such as:
Embrace the process Get to the next level Find balance Elevate the
everyday Make Life Beautiful is essential for entrepreneurs,
interior designers, working parents, couples building a family
& career, and anyone else chasing their dreams. Both longtime
and new fans will gain insight into how the McGees built such a
successful company.
A lighting revolution is underway. With new tools and technologies
at our disposal, never before have there been so many ways to
realise the transformative effects of light. However, without the
right guidance it's easy (and costly) to make mistakes, limiting
the functionality, mood, aesthetics and flow of your home. By
combining practical insight and visual flair, Inspired by Light
delivers up-to-date information on the latest and emerging lighting
technologies in a single volume. Lighting solutions and schemes are
showcased in a variety of settings, from a traditional terraced
house to a contemporary villa, and beyond. As well as outlining the
key principles and practices of successful lighting, the book draws
on global examples to demonstrate lighting challenges and solutions
- from front door to swimming pool - with case studies of entire
homes to show how lighting effects can come together in a single
project. Lavishly illustrated throughout, stunning photography is
underpinned by lighting plans, sections and details. This book will
appeal to the visual language of the architect, interior designer
and lighting designer, and to anyone who wants to harness the
powers of light to transform their space.
"It's an evocative, inspiring mood board of a book." - Andreina
Cordani, Reclaim Magazine "Decorating with flowers - on everything
from walls and windows to sofas and floors - will bring magic and
romance to any space." - Mail on Sunday's You Magazine In the
designs of Tricia Guild, atmosphere is everything. Patterns,
colour, texture, furniture and furnishings interweave to create
spaces that have all the depth and meaning of installation art. Yet
just as an outfit never feels complete without a spritz of scent, a
room without plants is only nearly complete. Only nearly perfect.
At Designers Guild, Tricia Guild uses flowers, leaves and stems to
enhance a room's mood, bringing soul to the spaces we live in. A
flower has many spirits over the course of its life, from the
promise of those first pristine and innocent buds, to the
resplendent joy of full blooms and the wistful glory as they fade.
The cycle of nature provides an ever-evolving muse for Tricia
Guild. Her latest book explores how blooms can evoke emotion,
presenting a plethora of inspirational designs that breathe fresh
life into our homes and workspaces.
The New York Times Number One Bestseller A Netflix Original Series.
'Move over, Marie Kondo - Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are the
professional organisers the A-list now let rifle through their
drawers.' - Sunday Times Style Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are
back again to bring both function and beauty to your everyday life.
In The Home Edit Life they show you how to contain the chaos when
it comes to absolutely everything: your work, travel, kids, pets
and more. Because the truth is, you don't have to live like a
minimalist to feel happy and calm. The Home Edit mentality is all
about embracing your life, whether you're a busy mum, a jetsetter -
or both! You simply need to know how to set up a system that works
for you so you'll maintain it for the long run. Get to know your
organizing style, learn how to tailor it to your habits and, best
of all, leave the guilt behind when it comes to owning things. With
The Home Edit Life, you'll be corralling cords, archiving photos,
packing your suitcase like a pro, and arranging your phone apps by
colour in no time. 'While the Nashville-based founders of The Home
Edit (and its celeb-followed Instagram) may not be able to give you
Rachel Zoe's enviable shoe collection, they can give you the tools
to get your own into similarly immaculate order - and hey, that's a
step in the right direction.' - People
Japanese interiors focus primarily on one simple philosophy, Zen.
All the rooms in a traditionally furnished Japanese home strive to
achieve a balance of peace and simplicity; their interiors are
steeped in centuries of cultural influence, and a sense of calm is
key to the whole aesthetic. This handbook shows how to create a
tailor-made Japanese home. Working through the house one room at a
time, it highlights classic items of furniture and signature
accessories, from tatami mats and paper lanterns to shoji (dividing
screens). In-depth case studies demonstrate the essential elements
and provide inspiration, while colour combinations are explored to
help personalize this iconic style for the home. Anyone who hankers
after the Japanese look and is eager to bring it to their own home
will find this book a valuable resource.
Vintage Caravan Style takes you on a visual voyage through the
world of vintage and retro caravans, exploring both the exterior
and interior design of these classic icons. The book reveals the
huge resurgence of interest in modern-vintage caravans - whether
used for touring or as creative backyard spaces - and reveals how
you can buy, restore, and style a little capsule of retro heaven.
Over 350 beautiful and inspirational photos sit alongside practical
tips on restoring, upcycling, decorating, and styling the small
spaces of your dreams - whether you own a caravan, beach hut,
shepherd's hut or even a shed - satisfying the desire to see inside
other people's spaces and take inspiration from the small but
perfectly formed spaces they have created.
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THE BESTSELLING SWEDISH PHENOMENON What looks good and why? Design
consultant Frida Ramstedt runs Scandinavia's leading interior
design blog. In this book she distils the secrets of successful
interior design and styling to help you create a home that works
best for your space, taste and lifestyle. Filled with practical
tips, rules-of-thumb and tricks of the trade, The Interior Design
Handbook will help you to think like a professional designer.
'Frida has created this BIBLE to interior design ... such useful
info that has taken me years to learn, all in one place' Rebecca
Wakefield, Studio Fortnum 'Beautifully illustrated with handy line
drawings ... The Interior Design Handbook gets down to the nitty
gritty of successfully putting a room together' Fabric Magazine
'Take it to bed and you'll be utterly engrossed and elightened'
Stylist
Classic, refined, and alluring are just some of the ways to
describe Sarah Blank Design Studio's timeless kitchen designs.
Sarah Blank's vast expertise in the classicist language spanning
many decades and her creative vision for contemporary elegance form
the basis of her understanding that a beautiful and functional
kitchen is not only an integral part of the architecture of the
house, but the very heart of the home. She incorporates a set of
rules and principles in her work that are imperative to beautiful
and functional design, mastering some of the finest kitchens ever
developed for a new generation of happy homeowners. This
beautifully photographed volume presents a stunning selection of
award-winning projects, each showcasing exquisite beauty, attention
to detail, and technical prowess.
Enjoying a meal at a handcrafted dining table is one of a
woodworker's great pleasures. The tables in this book have been
designed by top craftsman Kim Graves. There are projects to suit
every taste and style of decor: Country, Shaker, Colonial and Queen
Anne. There is special seasoned advice on how to solve
table-building challenges, as well as how to create and adapt
designs. Whether you are a beginner, a student or an experienced
woodworker, the dining tables in this book will provide plenty of
challenges to increase your skills. The projects range in
difficulty from a simple trestle table to a formal veneered
masterpiece.
"I went to Noma and interviewed Rene (Redzepi). We were talking
about art and food but the restaurant was closed. Everybody asked
me how was the food, what did you eat - and he basically gave me
some marmite. The best marmite I've ever had." - David Shrigley
"This is not a coffee table book....notions of 'taste' get a
grilling, while there are some fruity artist interviews....that
make for entertaining accompaniments." - Melanie Gerlis, The
Financial Times "This comprehensive and expansive explorations of
art restaurants marries the nourishment of senses, both visual and
taste, along with the meeting of minds." - Chris Corbin, Corbin and
King group "A new and unique book." - Layla Maghribi, The National
News This is the definitive guide to Art Restaurants - a new way to
appreciate food. Christina Makris, collector of art and a Patron of
The Tate and RA, takes the reader on a tour of 25 of the world's
greatest art restaurants, from New York to Hong Kong and Cairo to
London. Makris traces their stories, details the art highlights,
and meets artists, restaurateurs and chefs including Vik Muniz,
Julian Schnabel and Tracy Emin. A captivating guide to where great
art and memorable food meet. Restaurants featured include: Abou el
Sid, Cairo; Bibo, Hong Kong; Casa Lever, New York; Chateau la
Coste, Aix en Provence; Colombe d'Or, St Paul de Vence; Currency
Exchange Cafe, Chicago; del Cambio, Turin; Dooky Chase, New
Orleans; Gunton Arms, Norwich; Hix Soh, London; Kronenhalle,
Zurich; Langan's, London; Lucio's, Sydney; Michael's, Santa Monica;
Mr Chow, London; Osteria Francescana, Modena; Paris Bar, Berlin;
Red Rooster, New York; Scott's, London; Sketch , London; The Ivy,
London. Including interviews with: Ai Weiwei; Antony Gormley;
Beatriz Milhazes; Bill Jacklin; Conrad Shawcross; Damien Hirst;
David Bailey; David Hockney; David Shrigley; Gary Hume; John Beard;
John Olsen; Julian Schnabel; Maggi Hambling; Michael Craig-Martin;
Michael Landy; Peter Blake; Polly Morgan; Sanford Biggers; Tracey
Emin; Vik Muniz.
The classic American bungalow is as popular today as when
introduced in the Victorian era. Bungalow Style pictures a wide
variety of interior details and describes how to add or restore
elements that suggest a historic flair while keeping the home
comfortable and functional. Common problems such as integrating
modern conveniences or gaining needed space are also addressed.
For anyone interested in interiors, there is so much inspiration
available online and in magazines these days of carefully curated
spaces and contemporary homes. But what sort of spaces do interior
designers themselves live in? British Designers at Home is for
anyone curious to find out more about designers, and glean ideas
and practical information for their own homes. This engaging and
visually enticing book profiles over 20 of the most important names
in British design and decoration in their own personal spaces.
Names include: Alidad; Edward Bulmer; Emma Burns; Nina Campbell;
Jane Churchill; Octavia Dickinson; Mike Fisher; Veere Grenney;
Beata Heuman; Gavin Houghton; Roger Jones; Kit Kemp; Robert Kime;
Rita Konig; Penny Morrison; Paolo Moschino; Wendy Nicholls; Guy
Oliver; Colin Orchard; Carlos Sanchez-Garcia; Daniel Slowik; Justin
van Breda; Sarah Vanrenen and Philip Vergeylen. Each designer has
been profiled and photographed at home - alongside details of their
working life and the story of how they became interested in design,
they talk at length about the house itself and the thinking behind
its design and decoration. From the unexpected to that classic
British look, this is an exciting look at modern British interiors.
Creative souls have always craved a space in which to bring forth
their artistic ideas and develop their practice. Continuing the
tradition of the contemporary arts practitioner working from a home
studio, many creative folk will often prefer to carve out a space
within their own residence. Artists' Homes examines the residences
of a select group of professional artists who work across a broad
range of artistic styles, from writing, photography, and painting
through to music, sculpture, and pottery (and more). As well as
presenting an exciting journey through the design, construction,
and function of these spaces, this book provides a unique glimpse
into these artists' beautiful home environs from around the world,
and shares how each of these modern craftspeople and artists takes
inspiration from the transformation of their home interiors and
surroundings to live a creative life.
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