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Are you tired of relying solely on pharmaceuticals for your health needs? Curious about harnessing the incredible power of herbs to promote wellness within your own home? Wondering how you can cultivate your own natural remedies straight from your backyard?In "Grow Any Herbal Medicines at Home," embark on a journey that demystifies the art of cultivating medicinal herbs in your very own garden. With a blend of age-old wisdom and modern techniques, this book offers a comprehensive guide to nurturing a thriving herbal sanctuary right at your fingertips.Discover the profound healing properties tucked away in everyday plants. From soothing chamomile to revitalizing peppermint, unlock the potential of nature's pharmacy with simple yet effective growing tips and techniques. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a novice with a green thumb, this book provides invaluable insights for cultivating a diverse array of medicinal herbs to support your well-being.But that's not all - dive deeper into the world of herbal medicine with a collection of recipes and dietary suggestions that integrate these potent plants into your daily life. From teas to tinctures, soups to salves, explore the countless ways in which herbs can enhance your health and vitality.Empower yourself with the knowledge to take charge of your wellness journey. Say goodbye to reliance on synthetic solutions and embrace the abundance of nature's remedies. With "Grow Any Herbal Medicines at Home," you hold the key to cultivating a sustainable and enriching relationship with the plants that nourish both body and soul.Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your home into a haven of herbal healing. Buy this book now and embark on a journey towards holistic wellness today!

Have you always wanted an orchid in your home, but fear you won't be able to care for it properly to keep it alive? Look no further! Orchids are one of the most elegant and beautiful houseplants available. They will fill your home with joy and beauty and can become a statement piece in your home. Most people fear that they are too much work or hard to keep them alive, but this is simply not true!This quick how-to guide on caring for common orchid types with simple techniques will make you an orchid pro in no time!What is included in this quick technique guide: Fun facts about orchids.The common orchid types you will find at your local store.The different parts of an orchid plant.Where to put your orchid in your houseHow to take care of your orchid: watering, feeding, lighting, and more.How to identify and fix common issues with your orchid.This book takes the guess work out of how to care for your orchid and provides step by step instructions for all your orchid needs.If you want to take the next steps to care for your first orchid or need some help with the ones you already have, scroll up and click the buy button. Can't wait for you to start your orchid journey

"Guide to Orchids Cultivation" This practical and comprehensive guide will accompany you step by step in the cultivation of orchids, providing you with all the necessary tips and information to obtain beautiful and flourishing plants. Discover the secrets to taking care of your orchids and transforming your garden or home into a true floral paradise.

Dinosaur Coloring Book for Kids: Realistic, Fun, Adorable Illustrations for Your Young Dinosaur Enthusiast - Explore Prehistoric Lands within the Dino Family Universe24 coliringDinosaur coloring books are an exciting source of inspiration for children. Dazzle your child with 50 pages of cheerfully realistic illustrations curated for young dinosaur fanatics.Our mission is to create child-centric coloring books that feature an abundant variety of original drawings.These coloring books combine realistic but adorable illustrations of your child's favorite dinosaurs. This ensures your child will have fun while exploring their friendly prehistoric world.

I've lived a life of divergent experiences that converged when I joined the Silver Sage Village (SSV) senior cohousing community in Boulder, Colorado. My story about how to play well with others is a somewhat organized stream of consciousness. This book provides "nuts-and-bolts" methods about ways your community can use cultural competence techniques that encourage members to better understand one another. After arguing about whether pets are allowed in the Common House, what if cohousers organized themselves and decided to collectively undertake a mission to save the world? True Stories explores why I believe cohousing can evolve from a "social movement" into being a "social norm."I'll offer a paradigm shift about how cohousing can bridge socio-economic divides. The stories are about relations between and among individual people and the personal changes necessary to find commonality with strangers, all with different experiences and lifestyles. In case you've just returned after a year in outer space, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that began in late 2019 circled the globe. Like everyone else, I've had quite a bit of extra time on my hands. I have no idea how my day was occupied before self-isolation.COVID-19 brought to light glaring cultural inequities. The pandemic closed down the economy, and people lost their jobs. That exposed the lack of lower-priced housing options when people lost their homes or were kicked out of their rental apartments. If homeowners default on their loans at the same time, as happened in 2009, the market will be flooded with pricey houses that nobody can afford to purchase, except the bottom-feeders. Racial justice issues quickly floated to the top of the social change pond. African-American and Latino people are at the highest risk of contracting COVID-19, hospitalization, and death than the general population. One nexus of lower-priced housing and racial justice is rental and owner-occupied cohousing that pool resources. Residents share the financial risks and collaboratively operate and maintain their communities. The story is written from my viewpoint as a cohousing community member, as opposed to a cohousing professional or a cohousing professional who lives in a community.SSV is one of 170 existing cohousing communities in the United States. If cohousing is such a great idea, why aren't thousands of communities popping up in all corners of the country? After all, if there are 30,000 people residing in existing an existing cohousing community or in the community formation phase. The book is part memoir and part "how-to" manual about my experiences that seemed unrelated at the time but added to my life gestalt, which eventually led me to believe cohousing can make social change happen by bridging cultural divides. The only person I have any control over is myself. For me, personal change happens when keeping the amount of time between the past and the present as small as possible. My experiences aren't that remarkable, but the intent is to encourage you to remember what happened in your personal history as you figure out the opportunities and challenges you'll face when choosing to care and share in a cohousing community.

In "Beyond Batteries: The Rise of Super Capacitors in Modern Energy Storage," acclaimed author Audrey Azoulay takes readers on a captivating journey into the cutting-edge realm of energy storage technology. As the world grapples with the urgent need for sustainable and efficient energy solutions, Azoulay explores the promising frontier of supercapacitors, unlocking the potential to revolutionize the way we harness and store energy.Azoulay, known for her insightful explorations of emerging technologies, delves into the science behind supercapacitors, offering a comprehensive yet accessible understanding of their workings. Through engaging storytelling and meticulous research, she elucidates the crucial role supercapacitors play in overcoming the limitations of traditional battery systems, presenting a compelling case for their integration into the modern energy landscape.Beyond technical details, Azoulay examines the broader implications of supercapacitor adoption, considering their impact on renewable energy integration, electric vehicles, and the overall sustainability of our energy infrastructure. With a keen eye for the intersection of innovation and environmental stewardship, Azoulay paints a vivid picture of a future where supercapacitors lead the charge in shaping a cleaner, more resilient energy future. "Beyond Batteries" is a must-read for anyone seeking a glimpse into the transformative potential of supercapacitors and their role in redefining the way we power our world.

Embracing Minimalism for a Simpler and More Meaningful Life In this book, readers will explore the concept of minimalism and its many benefits. The book begins by introducing the basics of minimalism and the underlying philosophy behind it. It then delves into effective decluttering techniques and practical tips for organizing one's life. The chapters that follow explore how minimalism can positively impact different aspects of life, such as relationships, wardrobe choices, mindfulness, finances, travel, and home design. Readers will also discover how minimalism can enhance self-care practices, promote sustainability, and ultimately lead to holistic wellness. Through practical advice and insightful discussions, this book guides embracing simplicity, letting go of material possessions, and finding fulfillment in experiences rather than things. Whether readers are seeking a more organized home, improved mental and physical well-being, or a deeper connection to themselves and the world around them, this book offers valuable principles and strategies for adopting a minimalist lifestyle.

Color My Garden provides valuable insights into how each plant fares in different seasons, emphasizing the importance of soil in ensuring its success. I have researched the perennial plants that flourish in zone 6 but are not limited to this region. If you're interested in maintaining perennials, a quick reference coloring book with detailed descriptions can be a valuable guide. I hope this resource will help you choose plants that thrive in your area, and that coloring the diagrams will provide a fun and enriching way to learn more about them.

The Art of Sparkle: A Journey to Bathroom Brilliance in Seven Days

If you're eager to enjoy fresh fruit, provide your family with organic goodness, and trim down your grocery bills, then growing fruit trees is the perfect path for you.For many gardeners, cultivating vegetables feels like second nature, but the prospect of growing fruit trees can be daunting.Have you ever wished for lovely fruit trees but need help figuring out how to start?Are you nervous about pruning your trees?Do you feel lost about how to handle pests and diseases in your orchard?Are you concerned about pollination and securing a good harvest?Are you ready to transform your garden into a fruitful haven of luscious fruit trees?If you've ever found yourself pondering these questions, causing hesitation in your journey to fruit tree gardening, look no further. This book is your comprehensive guide, offering solutions to turn your orchard dreams into reality.Inside, discover practical solutions for every aspect of fruit tree gardening: A how-to guide for designing an efficient and productive garden layoutProven tips for selecting healthy fruit trees and planning for long-term success to ensure sustained growth and bountiful harvests.Pruning and grafting basics for optimal growth: enhance your trees' growth, structure, and overall vitality.Location matters: learn how to choose the perfect spot and enhance the soil, even if you're dealing with limited space.Rootballed, containerized, or bare root trees? Check out Sophie's tips and make the best choice.Planting, staking, and fertilization secrets for healthy treesSimple yet efficient techniques to water your trees, including rainwater management and smart irrigation systems in your garden.Practical and sustainable pest and disease management: discover eco-friendly strategies to protect your trees from pests and diseases, ensuring a thriving, chemical-free environment.Bring back your old trees to life: easy-to-follow rejuvenating techniques and pruning methodsKeep your trees happy and healthy year-round with a comprehensive plan covering companion planting, fertilizing, mulching, and weeding.Train your fruit trees for maximum yield: learn effective methods to shape and train your trees, maximizing their productivity and yielding delicious fruits.Permaculture hints for a sustainable food forest: integrate permaculture principles into your orchard design, creating a harmonious ecosystem supporting your trees and the environment.Seasonal care and harvesting tips: navigate each season confidently, from care routines to expert tips on when and how to harvest, ensuring a continuous supply of fresh, homegrown produce.Uncover the secrets of pollination, inviting birds and bees in your orchard.Embrace the joy of growing your fruit trees with this guide, crafted by gardening enthusiast Sophie McKay. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, these insights will empower you to cultivate a vibrant and fruitful orchard.

This comprehensive journal elevates your fruit tree gardening experience, providing strategic guidance for cultivating a thriving orchard in your backyard. The Guided Fruit Tree Gardening Planner, Log Book and Journal" is the perfect companion to Sophie's "Beginner's Guideto Growing Fruit Trees Fast and Easy" book.Key Features: Goals and Planning: Strategize your dream garden with a dedicated Goals Planner and Action Plan.Craft your ideal garden with a Garden Planner and Tree Planting Log.Organization and Resources: Keep track of your tools with a comprehensive Tools Inventory and Shopping List.Create wish lists and streamline your shopping with My Wish List and My Shopping List sections.Explore your favorite nurseries and suppliers to find the best resources for your garden.Family-Centric Tools: Monitor your family's fruit needs with the Family Food Needs Tracker.Track garden expenses and take on the no-spend challenge with the Garden Expense Tracker.Observations and Reflections: Dive into garden observations with Garden Notes and Observations sections.Plan a moment of joy with the "A Moment of Joy - Picnic in My Garden" feature.Design your garden layout and capture the sun's journey with the Garden Layout and Sun Map.Seasonal Planning: Stay organized with a detailed Seasonal Chore Planner and Review for each season.Record planting, blooming, and harvesting timelines with the Planting, Blooming, and Harvesting Timeline.Specialized Guides: Learn the art of pruning with Pruning Basics, My Pruning Glossary, and a Tree Pruning Log.Revitalize old trees with the "Bringing Old Trees to Life" and "Tree Rejuvenating Action Plan" sections.Environmental Stewardship: Implement water-saving ideas with a Rainfall Recording Sheet and Watering Tracker.Attract pollinators with the "Bring the Bees to the Yard" and "Pollinator Fan Page" features.Manage pests and diseases with a dedicated Pest and Disease Tracker.Harvest and Beyond: Keep tabs on your harvest with the Harvest Tracking Sheet.Explore plant profiles and composting basics for a sustainable garden.Inspiration and Creativity: Spark creativity with a Dot Grid Planner and access free, printable pages for your log book.This comprehensive journal is your go-to companion, providing a wealth of tools and resources to turn your dream garden into a reality.

Growing your own organic vegetables and fruits in containers, pots, and grow bags is easier than you think! All you need is this book, the right conditions, and some patience! You can grow your food indoors, on balconies, windowsills, rooftops or patios - just about anywhere.In Beginner's Guide to Successful Container Gardening, you will discover: How to handle the limitations of your space and use your available areas efficiently.Easy and smart methods for creating a compost tea, a nettle tea and a worm farm for the most fertile soil.Simple yet efficient techniques to water your little garden, including saving rainwater and using smart irrigation systems for containers.DIY techniques of building a cold frame, creating self-watering pots, bokashi composting, making leaf mold and other projects.Proven succession planting techniques to ensure that there is always something ready to harvest, regardless of the season.A host of companion plant ideas for your veggies so they can flourish together cooperatively.A how-to guide for using nontoxic methods to control critters, pests, and diseases.Methods and tips for harvesting your seeds for the next planting cycle.Ways to preserve your harvest including the canning, drying, freezing, and dehydrating methods. Sophie also shares some of her favorite recipes! Get started today and empower every aspect of your life. Armed with the right tools, you'll feel confident as your garden grows. If thousands of others can do it, so can YOU!

Marfa Garden is a celebration of more than 110 flowering plants of the Chihuahuan Desert. Marfa, the internationally acclaimed arts and cultural mecca in Far West Texas, sits squarely in the desert--North America's second largest, spanning northern Mexico, West Texas, and parts of New Mexico and Arizona--and a surprising showcase for colorful plant diversity. More than 360 stunning color images are presented in a style reminiscent of naturalist Karl Blossfeldt's Art Forms in Nature, with an array of vines, grasses, trees, herbs, shrubs, cacti, and succulents ranging from the little known to the popular to the iconic. Designed as a companion to the lavishly illustrated coffee table book of the same title, this compact field guide's photographs show plants in year-round cycles, with buds, complex foliage, unfolding blooms, seed pods, and winter texture and color. Also included are introductory essays, a discussion of each plant's common and scientific names, historical information, garden use, and USDA classification, as well as abundant space for gardening notes. A visual appendix of botanical and gardening information consists of illustrations relating close-up botanical details. Everyday gardeners, naturalists, landscape designers, architects, and anyone interested in dry gardens or the Southwest will find great value and even joy in this essential field guide.

A glorious celebration of America's most storied handpainted wallpaper company, family owned for 125 years, featuring dozens of rooms by today's top interior designers. The story of Gracie wallpaper, founded in 1898 and still family owned by the sixth generation, is one of the great untold stories of American interior design. Best known for their exquisitely detailed designs, Gracie papers have been installed at the White House and many of America's most notable homes. They are a go-to resource for interior designers including Mark Sikes, Summer Thornton, Ellie Cullman, Brooke Giannetti, Suzanne Kasler, Michael S. Smith, Alexa Hampton, Alex Papachristidis, and Amanda Lindroth, and Gracie can be found in the homes of celebrities including Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, and Cameron Diaz. This volume, featuring hundreds of color photographs of contemporary rooms by leading interior designers, shows the range not only of the papers themselves--from beautiful florals and birds to panoramic landscapes of American folk scenes and French pastoral hillsides to hunting and maritime scenes--but also the imaginative ways they can be used to create truly transporting spaces. Designs in every imaginable color, from metallics to lush greens and cobalt blues to dramatic reds and blacks, show that with Gracie, any room in the home can become a true, custom work of art. Exquisite production detail on this volume, including 4-color printed page edges and a cover design custom-painted by Gracie exclusively for the book, will make this a must-have gift item that every interior design fan will want to display.

Cullman & Kravis, an AD100 Hall of Fame design firm, creates rooms in a fresh traditional style that incorporates plenty of color, vibrant modern art, and the best antiques. This is their most comprehensive book in many years and celebrates a renowned firm working at the peak of its practice. Driven by the constant pursuit to create "an alchemy of old and new," the esteemed firm of Cullman & Kravis is best known for its ability to create cohesive modern traditional rooms full of rich layers. Utilizing their decades of experience, they build out from the best classical foundations, then inject bold, stylish, and current elements into every home, mixing exquisite antiques with contemporary art to create truly dynamic spaces that will never feel dated. In this volume, Cullman & Kravis breaks down their process into a master class of twenty-first-century design, covering such topics as: creative approaches to injecting shine, texture, and personality with carpets and fabrics; when to inject custom furniture or artisanal/craft/art pieces; and when to embellish with standout details and when to keep things simple. The homes in this book (the majority exclusive to the volume) include sumptuous Manhattan apartments, a historic Stanford White-designed house overlooking Long Island Sound, a contemporary beach house in the Hamptons, and a Palm Beach waterfront estate. With spectacular photography from Eric Piasecki, this volume will be a must-have for every enthusiast of interior design.

A spectacular, oversized facsimile edition of a famous text by best-loved garden writer William Robinson with new color photos and a foreword by its current renowned gardener, Tom Coward, which bring this historic estate and garden to new life. Gravetye Manor is considered, along with nearby Sissinghurst and Great Dixter, one of England's most famous and exquisite estate gardens. Robinson purchased the Elizabethan-era property in 1885; working for decades to create its renowned gardens. More recently, it has been turned into a luxury destination hotel complete with a Michelin-star restaurant, and renowned British gardener Coward has been working for fourteen years to restore the gardens faithfully to Robinson's original vision. Pithy and prolific Robinson is widely acknowledged to have been one of the greatest gardeners of all time, known as "the Irishman who taught the British how to garden," and the pioneer of the naturalistic planting style still emulated today by garden designers including Piet Oudolf and many others. With mentions of specific plants, cultivars, and planting schemes as well as observations of seasonal changes and moods, home gardeners today will relate to Robinson's charming and entertaining original text and see their own smaller-scale efforts reflected in his own gardening triumphs, failures, and experiments. New color photographs of the current estate gardens show how diligently efforts are being made to restore the house and garden to Robinson's original vision--to spectacular result.

Flanigan delivers for every homeowner detailed, expert guidance for designing each part of the house, from living rooms to closets, kitchens to baths. Flanigan looks at the home on a room-by-room basis, identifying common design challenges, offering solutions on how to create rooms that are aesthetically pleasing and efficient. With examples chosen from her work, she shares seasoned wisdom and creative approaches to every decision ranging from building materials and architectural details to furnishings, color, textiles, accessories, and organization. While her first book The Beauty of Home spelled out her philosophy of design, this new tome provides illustrated examples of design ideas and applications for each room in the house, inspiring readers to create spaces that exceed expectations. Her firm collaborates on projects from Jackson Hole to Miami. Rooms from contemporary to traditional-style homes are featured including the sun-drenched great room of a Shingle-style house in the Hamptons, a rustic-chic dining room with stone floors and a weathered wood ceiling in Texas, and a paneled living room in Manhattan. For those passionate about interiors and architecture, this wealth of design ideas is a great resource.

Known for their classic contemporary look, the AD100 interior design/architectural firm Ashe Leandro's debut publication is an inspiring look book of interiors they have created in syncopation with materials that they are drawn to. For Ashe and Leandro, creativity is a way of life that is reflected in everything they design. They have built a star-studded portfolio (clients include Liev Schreiber, Seth Meyers, Naomi Watts, and Rashid Johnson) with their fresh approach to unfussy, high-design spaces. Their interiors favor a quiet beauty, based on simple shapes, asymmetrical details, and a fine patina. This luxurious book, with its cloth-covered case, features the firm's exciting new design projects, exhibiting their fusion of America's Southwest, Latin American, and European heritages. There are also profiles of homes in urban and country settings, from New York City, Connecticut, and East Hampton to Martha's Vineyard, illustrating this appealing cosmopolitan/bohemian aesthetic. Through an insightful interview, the designers share their process using interiors and their furnishings to demonstrate the personal ethos of their extraordinary firm and its important contributions to the design world.

One client, multiple decorators, extraordinarily influential rooms--an intimate look at the interiors of a design aficionada both working with preeminent interior designers and creating her own environments. The decorating evolution of Bryan--one of the great patrons of interior design--has gone from classic modernism to sumptuous traditionalism to romantic eclecticism and everything in between, with the collaboration of such renowned interior designers as Tom Britt, Mica Ertegun, Susan Gutfreund, Mark Hampton, and Studio Peregalli Sartori. Each residence and each room make up an aesthetic memoir that explores those collaborations, reveals insights into the various processes, and inspires others to look at their own spaces and consider a myriad of beautiful and appropriate options. Anecdotes divulge her astute guidance and the charming idiosyncrasies of some of the twentieth century's greatest decorators. For Bryan, decorating has been a fifty-year journey of education, relocation, and transformation--with homes in New York City, Palm Beach, East Hampton, Brussels, and Paris to name a few. Each of the twenty-three residences that Bryan has called her own has been a stepping stone in the development not only of one woman's style, identity, and character but also of American interior-design history.

Discover La Foce, the Renaissance villa and classically inspired twentieth-century garden, at the dawn of its hundredth anniversary--once a barren Tuscan estate brought to life through the extraordinary vision and determination of Iris and Antonio Origo. In 1924, English-born biographer and writer Iris Origo (1902-1988) and her husband, Antonio, purchased La Foce, a sprawling estate centered around a half-ruined fifteenth-century villa with a dream that was as ambitious as it was audacious. Guided by a deep-seated desire to make a difference, the Origos dedicated their lives to transforming an impoverished terrain into a thriving landscape of wheat fields, olive groves, and vineyards. With English architect Cecil Pinsent, they refurbished the house and designed an elegant terraced garden with box hedges, a rose garden, fountains, and a wisteria-covered pergola. The dramatic story of La Foce--from the taming of the wild valley and personal loss to wartime strife--is told by the Origos' granddaughter Katia Lysy, with reminiscences by Benedetta Origo, the couple's elder daughter. The letters and diaries of Iris Origo weave beautifully into a personal narrative of the creation of the property and the people behind it. Newly commissioned photographs by Simon Upton and Matteo Carassale, a foldout annotated view of the property, and a recently discovered cache of unpublished images of the creation of the garden in the 1920s bring to life the rich history of the magnificent property.

For more than 135 years, Bonacina has made rattan furniture famous and desirable through its presence in the most sophisticated residences worldwide. This book chronicles the firm's long history of collaborating with renowned furniture designers and decorators of note. Emblematic of Italian excellence since its founding in 1889, Bonacina is a family-owned design brand that has defined a unique and timeless style, embodying an artistic sensibility, attention to detail, and the superior workmanship of rattan--a natural raw material that grows in the Far East. The story begins in remote lands where the natural material grows before traveling to Italy and then, in the hands of some of the best interior designers, to stylish residences, gardens, hotels, and restaurants around the world. Collaborations have always been a part of the company's focus, keeping an age-old material current. Design masters of their times--including Gae Aulenti, Mattia Bonetti, Federico Forquet, Piero Lissoni, Renzo Mongiardino, and Gio Ponti--have worked with Bonacina in creating both traditional and forward-thinking models. The history of the company unfolds in this book with archival images, newly commissioned photographs of superb interiors, and commentaries from people who live with Bonacina furnishings and who use them in their interior-design practices.

Visionary landscape architecture and garden design at mid-century in North America is captured by the greats of the era, including Julius Shulman and Ezra Stoller in many previously unpublished photographs. The treasures of mid-century American architecture have long been celebrated. Less appreciated has been the landscape design that provides the framing for these masterworks. But more than frame, landscape architecture is an art worthy of the spotlight, particularly at mid-century, when the notion that "gardens are outdoor spaces for people to live in" was championed and brought to the fore; now gardens and landscapes are not just external attributes to the house but a continuation of it and its living spaces in a relationship of symbiosis, with its pools and terraces, its winding lawns, and its partly enclosed room-like spaces flanked by brick or stone or plantings in a range of colors and forms. Approximately seventy-five mostly residential projects are thoroughly documented and recounted. Landscape architects whose work is featured include Thomas Church, Lawrence Halprin, and Garrett Eckbo, among others. Highlights include the dramatic surrounds of Richard Neutra's Perkins House in its Pasadena hillside setting and Frank Lloyd Wright's Marin County Civic Center, where environment and building comingle in an extraordinary modernist vision of the future made real. This book is both a wishful gesture toward a realignment of building with nature and a must-have for anyone with a visceral appreciation for a designed environment understood as an integrated whole. Ultimately, the book underlines the fundamental importance of gardens and landscape design, intended in the widest possible sense, for the quality of living of all individuals.

The most important, most visited, and most renowned of all of Britain's stately homes, Blenheim has been home to the Churchill family for more than 300 years. Regarded as perhaps the greatest of the stately homes and the finest example of baroque architecture in Great Britain, Blenheim is a treasure of English heritage. In this stunning volume, Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill, the twelfth generation of the family, takes us on a privileged tour of the palace. Designed by John Vanbrugh and Nicholas Hawksmoor (a protégé of Christopher Wren) in the early 1700s; with stonework, furniture, and tapestries crafted by the best talents of the age; and art and statuary by such notable artists as John Singer Sargent and Joshua Reynolds, Blenheim is filled with artistic commissions that provide a window into the history of England. In addition to the gilded staterooms and acres of landscaped gardens, Spencer-Churchill shows us the family's private apartments, with their secret corridors and history of illustrious guests, as well as the "downstairs" staff area with its iconic bell system. With beautiful photography of the magnificent interiors and priceless collections, and Spencer-Churchill's fascinating text, this volume illuminates Blenheim as it's never been seen before.

Celebrated for her "delightfully elegant, understated interiors" (House Beautiful), and her fusing of artisanal elements into a contemporary approach to spaces, Nicole Hollis's second book presents an inspirational look at the role of art and craft in interior design. Focusing on the profound effect that art, craft, and color can play in any interior, this book presents Hollis's masterful new residential projects, in which the curation of art, objects, and custom furnishings are key to the character of the spaces. Spanning homes in New York, California, and Hawaii, each interior reveals a new lesson in the creative and playful juxtaposition of artistic elements. In an elegant townhouse in San Francisco, a striking collection of contemporary paintings contrasts color and dynamism against luxuriously minimal furnishings. A loft in Tribeca pairs the organic forms of naturalistic chandeliers over sleek, modern furniture. And in a dreamlike beach house in Hawaii, custom woodwork brings into the space elements of the sublime nature outside. With contributions from acclaimed artists and artisans whose work has complemented and elevated the spaces--including French artist Ingrid Donat, Italian sculptor Mauro Mori, and art/design practice Studio Job--the book is at once an exhibition of enviably artful interiors and an inspiration for those looking to reinvigorate their homes with art, craft, and design.

A unique presentation of Irish country house interiors, combining well-preserved historic estates with adventurous contemporary restorations, celebrating some of the most characterful houses in Ireland. Forgoing the criteria of stateliness and opulence, this book is an exploration of the most captivating and unusual interiors in Ireland. Whether in the transformation of a derelict estate, the preservation of an historic hunting lodge, or the re-creation of a Gothic fantasy, each of the homes in this extraordinary book reflects a renewed vitality in the contemporary approach to Irish country houses. Rich in detail and varied in scope, the houses reveal a refreshing dynamism in their decoration by equally diverse owners--from the ornate refurbishment of a castle by a Spanish financier to the bold palette of a contemporary artist's renovation to an Elizabethan Revival house. The sparse interiors of a mansion in Westmeath reflect its painstaking restoration by descendants of the original owners, and at Coollattin--Ireland's largest country house, part restored, part still in disrepair--the building's baroque splendor is amplified by its raw, unfinished state. Accompanying photography of the houses made specially for the book, the author guides readers through fifteen exceptional spaces, elucidating the remarkable aspects of each--and in doing so celebrates the unexpected eclecticism and reinvigorated spirit of Ireland's historic interiors.

Design icon and AD100 Hall of Fame member Smith's highly anticipated book of interiors--the first in nearly a decade--featuring extraordinary projects across the world. One of the most original and respected talents in design, Smith is revered for his impeccable taste and style. Informed by a deep understanding of design history and the art world, Smith's work is the ultimate in elegance and luxury, reflecting an uncommon sense of scale and drama and a deft use of craftsmanship and materials. His interiors have earned him enduring accolades throughout the industry, as well as a devoted following of notable clients, from Hollywood mega talents such as Shonda Rhimes to former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. This book is a celebration of Smith's design aesthetic, a flawless blend of European classicism and American modernism. The projects range from a contemporary beach house in East Hampton to a Moroccan-influenced Mallorca escape, as well as two of Michael's own homes, including his extraordinary apartment in a nineteenth-century palace in Madrid. Smith shares his inspirations and design process, and explores what makes a room truly comfortable: Can people relax on the seating? Is the furniture arranged to encourage conversation? Is there enough light, and is it flattering? The book is both an inspiration and an education, from a virtuoso of design.

Bestselling author Sikes, now the "standard bearer of great American design" (Architectural Digest), returns with a new book of fresh yet classic American decorating. AD100 and Elle Decor A-List designer and tastemaker Sikes believes there's beauty everywhere: all we have to do is look for it. His classic, livable looks are beloved by celebrities and notables from Reese Witherspoon to Dr. Jill Biden, who hired him to redesign her White House office. In this third book of the Beautiful trilogy, Sikes celebrates a full year of beautiful interiors inspired by nature. Colors, patterns, and textures, including his favorite blue and white, chinoiserie, rattan, gingham, stripes, and more, came from the world outside these rooms. In twelve chapters, he shares inspiration and advice from homes he has designed across America and abroad. There is a house for every month of the year, inspired by the seasons, from April's leafy green Gardens of Versailles-inspired French Chateau-style home outside of Chicago to crisp navy in East Hampton for June, August's homage to the pink sands in Bermuda, and holiday reds for December's Swiss-style chalet on a sweeping horse ranch near Sun Valley, Idaho. Throughout, each house features Sikes's signature touches, inspirational quotes, and tradition updated for today. With all-new light-filled photography by Amy Neunsinger, Forever Beautiful reminds new and returning readers alike of the power of making it beautiful.

In his third book, AD100 and Elle Decor A-List designer Corrigan shares the joys of decorating and living in his Paris apartment and new chateau infectiously inspiring us to design à la française. Having a nineteenth-century apartment in Paris steps from the Trocadero and Eiffel Tower is a dream. So is owning an eighteenth-century chateau in the French countryside known as the "Versailles of the fields." Having both? That's the dreamy escapism found in designer Corrigan's new book, which will enchant Francophiles and design lovers alike with its rich trove of ideas for anyone wanting to decorate in a French-inspired style. In the first section of the book, Corrigan invites readers into his dazzling Paris apartment, walking them through the history of the building and his design plans, from the entryway through the salons, dining room, and bedrooms. In the second part, Corrigan shares his enduring love for French country homes. Traveling through his spectacular new château room by room, he tells the story of its purchase, restoration, and decoration. Layered throughout are insights and advice on topics ranging from antiquing in Paris, hanging art in the French style, hosting with panache, and exploring the French countryside. With gorgeous new photography commissioned for the book, this volume is a must for everyone who dreams of living in France and bringing French chic into their own lives.

A celebration of the innovative, artisanal, and sustainable living exemplified by contemporary Dutch interiors. With a carefully curated collection of interiors, including historic canal houses, restored farms, and green homes, belonging to interior designers, product designers, architects, and artists, this book showcases creative and resourceful living. These properties have been created or renovated and brought into the twenty-first century with typical Dutch style and sensibility--environmentally friendly, imaginative uses of space filled with color and charm and never to be taken too seriously. Each home in the book reflects the personality and spirit of the people who inhabit it. From furniture designer Valentin Loellman's handcrafted interiors in a traditional worker's cottage on the Maas river to fiber artist Claudy Jongstra's farmhouse in Friesland where indigo dye plants grow in the biodynamic garden, Coming Home illustrates fun ideas and easy ways to incorporate individual style into your surroundings. Whether it's the traditional "lowlands" aesthetic of combining old and new, faded and inviting, into a casual chic or a quirky reinvention of a space that reveals a touch of eccentricity, this book illustrates why the Netherlands is truly loved by so many and can be an inspiration to us all.