Book review- The English Country House!

Thanks again to Meghan and The Vendome Press for sending me another beautiful book, "The English Country House". Authored by James Peill, photographed by James Fennell and a foreword by Jullian Fellowes (the creator of Downton Abbey), this book is fabulously breathtaking!

Inside the pages of this stunning book, you will find these ..........

Photo credits: James Fennell

In a nutshell, this 224-pages brilliantly photographed book showcases 10 stately English country homes. Focusing on exquisite interiors, remarkable architecture, amazing gardens, histories and legacies of the families who occupied these estates, this visually delightful volume is truly a gem and shouldn't be missed! Engaging and gorgeous, this book is a must have for those who has an appreciation for old houses, architecture, history or design!



Don't forget to pick up your copy here.



*I received this book to review for free but the views and opinions expressed are entirely my own.

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Book review- Fifth Avenue Style!

Thanks to Meghan and The Vendome Press for sending me another amazing coffee table book, "Fifth Avenue Style" authored by designer, Howard Slatkin and photographed by Tria Giovan.

My book arrived beautifully wrapped with a sweet handwritten note by the author, Howard Slatkin himself. To my surprise, the inside of my book was signed as well, how thoughtful! Thanks Mr. Howard Slatkin!

The huge 240-pages book starts with a detailed illustrated floor plan of Howard Slatkins' Fifth Avenue home.

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In his book, Howard Slatkin shows us his exquisite home, from the main areas to the intimate areas such as the closets, dressing room and other rarely seen private rooms. He also shares how he found his home, his thoughts and the inspirations behind each rooms that he meticulously designed.

Filled with amazingly detailed and excellent craftsmanship, careful lighting and floor planning, sumptuous fabrics, unique one-of-a-kind pieces, clever arrangement of furniture, delightful decorative display objects and family photos, his home feels luxuriously refined and sophisticated yet personal.

Here is a sneak peek of his gorgeous home below. 

Photo credits: Tria Giovan

The designer and author: Howard Slatkin

Aren't his home sumptuous? The beauty, luxury and meticulous details in this magnificent home totally blows my mind! His home is truly a labor of love and I find it really inspirational! Even if you are not a maximalist at heart, you will still appreciate his attention to details and his practical advice on ways to turn a home into something comfortable, functional and beautiful.



I absolutely love this book and all the visual eye candy, I know you will, too! Don't miss this stunning book, get your copy here.

*I received this book to review for free but the views and opinions expressed are entirely my own.

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Book review- Staircases: The Architecture of Ascent!

I have received another book named, "Staircases: The Architecture of Ascent" from The Vendome Press lately. This big and beautifully illustrated book, authored by Oscar Tusquets Blanca, Martine Diot, Adelaïde de Savray, Jérôme Coignard, Jean Dethier is a great addition to my collection of coffee table books!

Inside this book, you will be introduced to the different types of staircases and the astonishing diversity of staircases, from the stepped pyramids of the Maya to the exquisitely proportioned stairs of the Renaissance, to the elaborate balustrades of the Baroque period.

Here is a sneak peek!

This volume not only showcases a diverse range of dazzling staircases over the centuries but also the magnificent architecture that surrounds them. Filled with awe-inspiring images and interesting historical facts, this book is highly recommended for those who are interested in architecture, interiors, design or history. 

You can pick up your copy here.

*I received this book to review for free but the views and opinions expressed are entirely my own.

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