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Modern Way to Live: 5 Design Principles from The Modern House

Modern Way to Live: 5 Design Principles from The Modern House

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This book showcases the best homes designed with attention to timeless principles: space, light, materials, nature, and decoration, inspiring readers to find happiness in their own spaces.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2021
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd


This captivating book, crafted by the visionary behind The Modern House, showcases a stunning array of photographs and offers a captivating glimpse into the world of home design. With its meticulously designed layout and captivating content, it serves as an exquisite coffee table book, making it an ideal gift for anyone with a passion for interior aesthetics.

Childhood friends Matt Gibberd and Albert Hill embarked on a mission in 2005 to advocate for the transformative power of good design and its ability to enhance our well-being. They founded The Modern House, a multifaceted entity encompassing an estate agency, a publishing house, and a lifestyle brand. Their vision resonated with a generation, inspiring them to embrace a more thoughtful and beautiful approach to home living.

As The Modern House flourished, Matt and Albert recognized that the most successful homes they encountered shared a common thread: a thoughtful consideration of timeless principles such as space, light, materials, nature, and decoration. These principles became the foundation of their design philosophy.

In this lavishly illustrated book, Matt takes readers on a journey through the stories of remarkable living spaces and their equally remarkable owners. He showcases how these five principles can be applied to personal spaces, both on a grand scale and in small, intimate settings. The book's revolutionary simplicity is accompanied by elegance, humor, and a profound sense of joy, inviting readers to find happiness within the walls of their own homes.

The Modern House has garnered widespread praise from esteemed publications and tastemakers alike. It has been hailed as one of the finest things in the world, earning accolades from GQ, the Financial Times, Vogue, and countless others. Its ability to showcase the most desirable homes for both buyers and casual browsers has established it as a leading authority in the realm of home design.

In conclusion, this captivating book from the creator of The Modern House is a testament to the power of design and its ability to transform our living spaces. With its breathtaking photography, thoughtful content, and timeless principles, it serves as a source of fascination, inspiration, and fantasy. Whether you're an interior design enthusiast or simply seeking to enhance your home's ambiance, this book is a must-have that will inspire you to find happiness in the place you call home.

Weight: 1016g
Dimension: 188 x 236 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241480496

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