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The Design of Retreat
Cabins, Cottages and Hideouts
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From contemporary cabins, modern cottages and minimal vacation homes to sumptuously decorated summer villas with a flair for drama. In The Design in Retreat, they stand side by side.
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The Design of Retreat explores different types of outdoor retreats designed by and owned by leading names in the interior design world. From contemporary cabins, modern cottages, and minimal vacation homes to sumptuously decorated summer villas with a flair for drama. In The Design of Retreat, they stand side by side with seaside Italian palazzos and tropical hideaways in the Mexican jungle. The wonderfully colourful homes, playful weekend cottages, innovative farmhouses, and historic mansions will take you around the world. Relax and get away.
Author: Laura May Todd is a freelance writer based in Milan, but born and educated in Canada. She writes full-time about design, architecture, interior design, and style. Her pieces can be found in T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Architectural Digest, Wallpaper *, Cereal, Domus, AnOther magazine, and others.
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- The source of inspiration for your ideal retreat.
- Featuring interiors from well-known architects and designers that demonstrate how to create the perfect outdoor retreat.
- Author Laura May Todd is an internationally recognised expert on design, architecture, interior design, and lifestyle and is affiliated with several major magazines.
- Featuring more than 40 interiors that feel authentic, lived-in, calming, and inspiring.
- 250 colour illustrations.
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The Design of Retreat by Laura May Todd offers readers a captivating journey through various cottage accommodations. It provides a comprehensive look at everything from quaint weekend homes to luxurious summer villas and contemporary cottages, making it possible to travel in spirit from the comfort of your own home.
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ISBN: 9789401492409
Publisher: Lannoo Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 30 June 2023
Country: Belgium
Imprint: Lannoo Publishers
Illustration: 250 Illustrations, color
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 220.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 1418g
Pages: 256
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About the Author
Laura May Todd is a freelance writer based in Milan, but born and educated in Canada. She writes full-time about design, architecture, interior design and style. Her pieces can be found in T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Architectural Digest, Wallpaper *, Cereal, Domus, AnOther magazine and others.
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