Caroline Gidiere & Chinoiserie

Interiors for a Life in Good Taste by Caroline Gidiere

 

Do any of you know what Darryl Carter, Caroline Gidiere, and I have in common?

Blue and White

Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator by Emily Evans Eerdmans

 

I am so excited about this new book on Mario Buatta that will be released on September 5, 2023. This book presents the design tricks and decorative life of Mario Buatta (1935–2018), one of America’s most famous interior decorators. Drawing upon Buatta’s vast archives and revealing the foundations of his work, which include hundreds of presentation boards, more than eighty scrapbooks chronicling his career, and correspondence with clients and such design notables as John Fowler and Sister Parish, Anatomy of a Decorator illuminates the designer’s work with a focus on influences, process, and evolution. His very last projects, not included in Rizzoli’s comprehensive book on the decorator in 2013, are evaluated and provide readers a masterclass in decorating à la Buatta. Ribbons, needlepoint, fine English and American antiques, floral chintzes, blue-and-white porcelains, lacquerware, botanicals, vibrant color combinations, and whimsy abound.

My Short List of Chic Coffee Table Books

Bunny Williams

Yesterday I was playing around with styling my coffee table and I was struck with how important  beautiful coffee table books are. Whether you are styling a coffee table, entryway table, library table, even your dining table, chic coffee table books are so key. Here is my short list of favorites of mine that will always elevate your look and some design inspiration as well. And great reads too!

Interior Design Books for Christmas Gifts

Currently Classic Jonathan Rachman Design

 

Interior design books are one of my favorite gifts to give and to receive. These are recent releases that would be wonderful additions to the library of any interior design lover.