Page Turners for Design Enthusiasts: 3 Books to get you Inspired

A-list interior designer Peter Dunham’s first book reveals his singular approach to colorful, pattern-filled interiors with world-class photography of never-before-seen projects.

Peter Dunham is a Los Angeles-based interior designer known for his bold use of color and pattern, sophisticated yet casual style, and a timeless feeling. The Wall Street Journal described his style as “Merchant Ivory Moderne” and “restraint with a kick.” The World of Peter Dunham features a dozen of Dunham’s most recent projects, ranging from chic New York City penthouses to sun-kissed California gems, as well as Dunham’s own residences, including his Paris pied-à-terre. Each chapter’s rich imagery illuminates a tenet of his design ethos – Color, Rhythm, Togetherness, Nature – along with the people and places that have shaped his unique point of view. Here is a dynamic mix of projects, many featuring Dunham’s internationally acclaimed textiles, all presented in stunning photographs.

Dunham and his design team split their time between restoring older houses and collaborating with renowned architects on brand-new residences. Current projects include a modernist Marmol Radziner house overlooking the Pacific in Montecito, residences in Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Newport Beach, New York City, Dallas, Sag Harbor, Montana, and an iconic 1963 Horace Gifford house on Fire Island.

The author of the acclaimed Living Well by Design now harnesses the power of design to create a healthy home that not only looks beautiful but also contributes to our quality of life

In her new book, internationally renowned design and style authority Melissa Penfold turns her attention from the basics of interior decorating to demonstrating what a powerful force design can be in boosting our physical and emotional well-being. Each chapter is devoted to an aspect of healthy, life-enhancing design, including “Ease,” “Flow,” “Light,” “Nature,” “Timelessness,” and “Awe.” All underscore the importance of introducing lots of natural light; using natural, non-toxic materials (clay plaster, timber, stone); incorporating nature into our homes, whether through views of the outside world or by filling our interior with plants; creating lots of storage (mess is stress); and recognizing the power that color has on our state of mind. Illustrating each chapter are photographs of beautiful rooms in homes around the world that embody the salutary properties of Natural Living by Design.

In The Reimagined Home, acclaimed interiors stylist and journalist Nicole Gray illustrates how to embrace sustainable design and transform your space with joy using existing pieces, adaptable design ideas and conscious purchases.

Featuring 16 inspiring and stunning homes of some of the world’s most well-respected creatives including Shelley Simpson, Kally Ellis, Jules Haines and Sophie van Winden, The Reimagined Home is a guide for every stage of the creative journey. From future-proofing ideas, to how to incorporate regenerative design elements and ways to reinvent what is already in existence, it is divided into digestible chapters designed to garner practical advice and inspiration from.The homes featured throughout offer an antidote to our tech-driven lifestyles by embracing reclaimed elements and a deeper connection to nature, without losing the joy of creativity and personal expression..It is a must-have for those looking to consciously transform their home..