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'A beguiling story hides in the heart of this book... The book is a vivid portrait of the place that John Stefanidis has built on those promising foundations, and of its island setting... The photographs that make up the bulk of this handsome book are as good as they get...'
--World of Interiors, July 2010
--World of Interiors, July 2010
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With vivid colors, bold simplicity, and the use of stone, stucco, and tile, the Patmos house of renowned interior designer John Stefanidis is a source of inspiration for homeowners and decorators worldwide. John Stefanidis has created a quintessential island house in Patmos, Greece. Its bold use of Mediterranean colors, natural materials, and crisp, clean lines epitomize this comfortable yet sophisticated style, which is surprisingly easy to evoke at home. Sun-drenched rooms make use of such materials as tile, stone, and stucco. One of the hallmarks of the house is its emphasis on indoor/outdoor living: spaces such as the "garden rooms" and the "breakfast terrace" are outside, yet are thought of as parts of the house. The exquisite gardens are further evidence of a style that easily flows from the inside to the outside of this beautiful and inspiring home. In his own words, Stefanidis explains how the house has evolved over many years, reflecting the designer’s love for the island, his original use of vibrant color, his eclectic and cosmopolitan aesthetic, and a desire to combine comfort with style. With two hundred vibrant photographs, the book demonstrates how the picturesque scenery of an island retreat and its rich history and culture provide inspiration for present-day living.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Besides being a sumptuous and beautiful book with photographs and drawings which evoke Greece on every page, this account of one man's obsession with the island of Patmos is finely and vibrantly written. The writer Susanna Moore and John Stefanidis, a brilliant designer and decorator, have collaborated on the text which tells the story of how he and his companion Teddy Millington Drake journeyed to Patmos in 1963, climbed to the almost deserted village of Chora and there bought an abandoned 16th century house stretching across the side of a hill. The house is now ravishing but in its making Stefanidis did not just restore a house - he restored an island, reviving skills of stone and brick and decoration that were fast vanishing. Susanna Moore's complementary text is both erudite and fascinating and Stefanidis' final paragraph on what makes a house a home is memorable.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book not only conjures up hot afternoons on a whitewashed terrace overlooking the Aegean, sipping local wine, but also leads one to discover the history of the island and its importance in world history - something I had not realised before. A great book to dip into, sitting in cold London!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A beautiful, comfortable house which sits easily in the landscape, embellished with momentoes from many travels and a wonderful blending of styles and furniture antique, contemporary and local. The story of John Stefanidis' discovery of Patmos, its history and the development of the house and garden is beautifully told and illustrated. A masterclass in design by the Master!
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Heavenly Patmos
I treasure this book for both its evocative pictures and wonderful ideas. Although it captures all the radiance of the Patmian light, John Stefanidis' superlative eye gives you a... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Anna Mathias
Perfection
The photographs in this book give me a proper idea of colour and space in this lovely house.Go to page 100 when you have bought the book and just look at the brilliance of the blue... Read more
Published on 16 May 2010 by V. Mcdonaugh
fantastic
a house at a cross roads of countries, cultures and characters. makes you want to go there at once.
Published on 20 April 2010 by P. R. R. Mansel
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