House & Home

The extrovert of interior design and the definition of 'more is more', maximalism is an exuberant celebration of pattern, colour and texture that deliberately clash. Its roots lie in 1930s Hollywood Regency style, Rococo and Neoclassicism, as well as Greek, Egyptian and Asian styles.

With a historical overview of the decor, and illustrated with examples of notable interiors and key elements of lighting, furniture, colour palette, texture and textile, the book offers practical advice on how to recreate the look in your own home.

Capture the Japanese-meets-Scandi trend with in-depth practical advice on how to use colour, texture, lighting and more, all accompanied by images of gorgeous interiors and inspirational showpiece homes.

A fusion of functional Eastern minimalism with clean Scandi cosiness, the japandi interior style creates a tranquil home with its focus on warmth, simplicity, natural elements and muted colours. Elements such as bamboo, wood and stone, along with clean lines and uncluttered spaces make a restful environment. With a historical overview of the decor, and illustrated with examples of notable interiors and key elements of lighting, furniture, colour palette, texture and textile, Japandi offers practical advice on how to recreate the look in your own home.

With a historical overview of the decor, and illustrated with examples of notable interiors and key elements of lighting, furniture, colour palette, texture and textile, the book offers practical advice on how to recreate the look in your own home.

Expansive, sun-drenched spaces, unobstructed views to the outdoors and easy-going comfort - coastal design captures the spirit and escapism of seaside living.

Illustrated with breathtaking interiors and inspirational showpiece homes, Interior Style: Coastal traces the evolution of the aesthetic from the white villas of the Riviera to the California Look of the USA's West Coast. With in-depth professional advice on how to use elements such as colour, texture and pattern, you will discover how to bring the tranquillity of coastal life into your home.