The SA Home Owner team reviews five of their favourite decorating and design books.
Style Icons – Top South African Designers & their Interiors
By Paul Duncan
Celebrating South African designers and their interiors, Style Icons showcases 12 creatives and their work. Hand-picked by author, Paul Duncan who is the former editorial director of Conde Nast Independent Magazines, and who currently is the Head of Design for Woolworths’ homeware, Style Icons gives you a taste of each creative’s style and a look into a space that they are proud of, from city apartments to farmsteads as well as grand hotels and bush lodges. With the likes of Stefan Antoni, Stephen Falcke, Julian and Trevyn McGowan, Maira Koutsoudakis and Karen Roos, this coffee-table book is sure to inspire any budding interior designer.
Hasmita Amtha, Deputy Editor
London Interiors – Bold, Elegant, Refined
By Barbara and Rene Stoeltie
London Interiors – Bold, Elegant, Refined is a captivating photographic journey into the homes of some of Britain’s most creative and innovative decorators, designers, artists, collectors, antique dealers and gallery owners, who have all found inspiration in London. Crisp visuals draw the reader into each space of a showcased interior; followed by a fascinating description of the history, design journey and creative achievements of each featured individual.
Kerry Hayes, Editor
Nomad – A global approach to interior style
By Sibella Court
In Nomad – A global approach to interior style, renowned interior stylist, product designer and globetrotter, Sibella Court takes you on a visual journey across a myriad of exotic landscapes. Sibella has carefully curated each page with ideas and images of objects and curiosities, leaving you inspired to incorporate each exotic colour palette into your own space.
Shereen Lurie, Online Editor
Eco House Book
By Terence Conran
Home owners everywhere are getting involved in the green consciousness movement, choosing products that are environment-friendly and doing their bit to curb the impact of climate change. Eco House Book is the perfect guide for any family looking to ‘go-green’, with tips on everything from eco-friendly renovations to sustainable décor. It includes case studies of renovations of homes from all over the world, with beautiful images that showcase the transformations that took place.
Sungula Nkabinde, Features Writer
Hidden Cape Town
By Paul Duncan and Alain Proust
From the National Library of South Africa to The Old Mutual Building, Hidden Cape Town gives readers a glimpse into 30 of the most historic buildings in the Mother City. Written by Paul Duncan and beautifully photographed by Alain Proust, the histories of these buildings, what lies inside them and the secrets that are uncovered in this book will give you a greater understanding and appreciation of Cape Town’s Architectural heritage.
Refilwe Boikanyo, Features Writer
All books available from Exclusive Books.
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