The chilly days of winter are perfect for curling up with a good book and dreaming about the projects you’ll tackle this year.
English Country House Style: Traditions, Secrets, and Unwritten Rules
by Milo Campbell, Katy Campbell and Mark Nicholson (Abrams Books)
From the boot room to the butler’s pantry, this beautiful book draws back the chintz curtain on the interior design secrets of this comfortable, sumptuously lived-in look.
The Perfect Room: Timeless Designs for Intentional Living
by Marie Flanigan with Susan Sully (Rizzoli)
Every room has its own unique design challenges. This handy book identifies the most common ones and dreams up solutions for spaces that are as beautiful as they are functional.
The Romantic Minimalist: Simple Homes with Soul
by Atlanta Bartlett (Mitchell Beazley)
As this lovely book proves, “romantic” doesn’t have to mean frilly and fussy. Rather, it is at the heart of a new minimalism that celebrates time-worn treasures, favours sustainability and creates elegant homes that soothe the soul.
For more design inspiration, check out our previous Reading Nooks: Fall 2024 and Spring + Summer 2024 article, filled with fresh ideas for creating the perfect space to relax and read.
If you’re drawn to English-inspired design, The Reluctant Maximalist explores a stunning home renovation that blends English Country House style with a bold maximalist twist. It’s a perfect companion to the classic design elements seen in the featured books.
