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More Than Just a House

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In More Than Just a House by Kate Martin and Alex Eagle, discover a compelling blend of architectural elegance and interior design, reflecting a variety of cultural influences and personal stories. This book delves into the transformative power of well-considered spaces, illustrating how homes go beyond mere structures to become reflections of the people who inhabit them. Through a rich exploration of stylish interiors, it offers insight into the creativity and craftsmanship behind truly inspiring living spaces.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for interior design and a fascination with the idea of home as a reflection of personal style. Delve into stunning photography and insightful commentary that showcases how homes can be more than spaces; they can be expressions of the people who live in them. Perfect for anyone who appreciates the intersection of art, culture, and living spaces.

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In her first interiors book, Alex Eagle opens the doors to an exceptional group of 30 creative contemporaries in their lush and layered homes – all the kind of comfortable yet stylish places you would like to live in. From artists and collectors to gallerists and magazine editors, all are original, charming, and above all authentic.

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An exceptional group of creative contemporaries opens the doors to their lush and layered homes—original, charming, and above all authentic.

Wouldn't it be amazing if we could knock on the most talented people's doors and prowl through their homes for inspiration? Chosen and curated by London-based creative director Alex Eagle, this collection of stylish interiors is the next best thing. With a spotlight on objects that personalise each home, this playful volume is rich in inspiration for creating that perfect blend of modern luxury and bohemian chic.

Practicing what she preaches, Eagle's light-filled loft in London's Soho is a showhouse for the objects, vintage furniture, and art she deals in at her boutique, where natural materials, rare books, original art, and vintage furniture create the warmth and personality of a well-lived home.

Exploring the homes, tastes, and lifestyles of brilliant creatives around the world—from adventurer David de Rothschild to heiress Marie Louise Sciò (owner of Il Pellicano)—this book pairs vibrant photos of interiors with texts about their owners' worlds, providing insight into how these spaces cultivate unique ways of living, working, and socialising. Eagle's warm curation of her subjects and her personal relationships with each allows the book to transcend the boundaries of a traditional interiors tome, giving us all access to aspire.

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More Than Just a House by Kate Martin and Alex Eagle is celebrated for providing creative inspiration from homes around the world, illustrating the art of personal curation beautifully. Highsnobiety highlights its ability to inspire creativity within one’s home, while Architectural Digest praises it for showcasing homes that reflect a thoughtful collection of possessions, capturing the essence of distinct tastes and styles.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780847867714

Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 October 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Rizzoli International Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

About the Author

The creative director of Alex Eagle Studio and the Store X, Alex Eagle has forged a new vision for retail while becoming one of London's leading tastemakers in design, art, and fashion. An internationally renowned photographer, Kate Martin's pictures have been featured in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Architectural Digest, How to Spend It, and W. Tish Wrigley is a writer based in London who specializes in art, fashion, interiors, and contemporary culture.

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