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Stephen Sills

A Vision for Design
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Stephen Sills by Stephen Stills and David Netto offers an intimate look into the world of acclaimed interior designer Stephen Sills. The book delves into his aesthetic philosophy and artistic process, blending insightful commentary with stunning photographs of his work. It serves as an inspiration for design enthusiasts, showcasing how Sills' unique approach transforms spaces into extraordinary environments.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by transformative interior design, as it dives into the elegant and sophisticated aesthetic of Stephen Stills. It's perfect for those who appreciate a blend of history, culture, and design artistry, offering inspiration and insight into the creative process.

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Seven years after the publication of Decoration, designer Stephen Sills-now one of the world's most acclaimed designers and one of AD's 30 'Deans of American Design' - returns with his third book, an in-depth look at several of his most spectacular recent projects, as well as his own homes in Manhattan and Bedford, NY, and what informs them: his education, inspirations, and design process.

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Stephen Sills—named a “titan of design” by Elle Decor as well as a “dean of American design” by Architectural Digest—returns with a third spectacular book.

Stephen Sills is a true icon and recognised as a unique artistic voice in the design world. He is renowned for his ability not only to design innovative and beautiful rooms but also to establish a pervasive atmosphere of luxury and calm. This book is an in-depth look at several of Sills’s most recent projects, stunning homes located in New York City; the West Coast of Florida; the Hamptons; New Jersey, and Connecticut, as well as Sills’s own residences.

Each story begins with mood boards that explain the inspiration for the house. The houses are bookended by essays on topics important to Sills, such as architecture, craft, landscape, and types of rooms, from primary to functional to connective spaces. The book also features a reflection on the evolution of Sills’s style, including his passion for material innovation and advice for the reader on how to continuously educate the eye.

The book is rich with creative collaborators: a foreword by one of Sills’s longtime clients, Tina Turner; text by David Netto, himself an AD100 designer; and a conversation on gardens with Sills’s longtime friend and neighbour, Martha Stewart. It will serve as an invaluable resource for all design lovers and students.

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Stephen Sills by Stephen Stills and David Netto is lauded for showcasing Sills' timeless and trend-defying design philosophy. Reviews highlight his status as a designer's designer, admired by figures such as Karl Lagerfeld. The book provides an insightful exploration of Sills' design process, offering almost instructional guidance through each room of the house.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780847870813

Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Rizzoli International Publications

Illustration: 150 colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Stephen Sills is an acclaimed interior designer who specializes in transforming interiors into timeless and unique environments for modern living. Journalist and designer David Netto is the author of François Catroux.

Tina Turner is a legendary singer, songwriter, and actress. She is the author of Tina Turner: That's My Life. 

Martha Stewart is America’s most trusted lifestyle expert and the author of more than ninety books.

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