- Hardcover: 240 pages
- Publisher: Quadrille Publishing Ltd (5 Mar 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1844008142
- ISBN-13: 978-1844008148
- Product Dimensions: 28.4 x 22 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 136,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Decorating with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, his seventh book, will explain how to turn your humdrum space into something truly fabulous." --THE TIMES BRICKS & MORTAR, 15TH JAN 2010
"Packed full of wonderful and unexpected ideas, illustrated with some stunning photography... Llewelyn-Bowen imparts his expertise on all areas of home decoration- from planning a space to making it truly unique."
--SELF BUILD & DESIGN MAGAZINE, APRIL 2010
"Packed full of wonderful and unexpected ideas, illustrated with some stunning photography... Llewelyn-Bowen imparts his expertise on all areas of home decoration- from planning a space to making it truly unique."
--SELF BUILD & DESIGN MAGAZINE, APRIL 2010
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In this stylish yet practical guide, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen imparts his expertise on all aspects of home decoration from planning a room to make it work for you, through to the practical help that will transform your space and make it truly unique. Following an introduction that outlines the principles of home design, the book is divided into two sections. Part One reveals 30 breathtaking rooms, with close up details showcasing specific ideas and the main decorative elements at work. From breezy seaside living room to contemporary knock through or cosy cottage bedroom, there are spaces and schemes to suit the range of budgets and lifestyles. Part Two shows how you can bring all Laurence s fantastic ideas into your own home. All the major techniques are fully explained from painting and tiling to hanging wallpaper and putting up shelves while featured projects such as painting a trompe l oeil and upholstering a bedhead are also included. Easy to follow step-by-step instructions and accompanying photography will inspire you to try your hand at every suggestion. Throughout, Laurence encourages us to make a bold statement with our interior design and to be brave with colour and pattern with ideas for adding style and glamour to our homes that are easy to put into practice and won t break the bank. Packed full of wonderful and unexpected ideas, stunning photography and expert advice from an inimitable source, Decorating with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is the one decorating book everyone should own.
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I profess to not being a great fan of TV personalities/celebs on the whole, but then have a sneaky liking for House Gift, a little jem of a programme which totally warmed me to LLB for many reasons. He came across as not only as extremely personable, but very perceptive of other people and their home needs (even if they aren't always aware of them themselves). Added to this he has an Fine Art training, which gives him the formal and visual awareness to understand the rules of design, knowledge of art and design movements and well, just that sheer sense of joyousness which makes him and his ideas so delightful.
This natural charm comes across in the book, which is very witty at times, never cloying - his writing style has a directness and a freshness which make it a pleasure to read. As he so aptly says in the book, the boring beiges of the minimalist 90s have now finally gone, thank goodness, and colour and pattern and individuality are back in full force. If you're not sure where to start with redesigning your home (or just one room) to take account of this fact, here is the book and the man to help you.
What I love is that although many of the ideas are quite off the wall, they have a practicality about them as well - he thinks about how things are to be cleaned, how they'll cope with kids and animals and how furnishings and finishes will look after a few years. Especially helpful is the section at the back with notes and clear pictures of LLB showing the reader how to do things - such as put up wallpaper, hang a picture, etc, etc. This is one of the best decorating books I have come across, the blend of imaginative ideas, practicality, witty writing style and just sheer fun puts this firmly at the top of the pile.
This natural charm comes across in the book, which is very witty at times, never cloying - his writing style has a directness and a freshness which make it a pleasure to read. As he so aptly says in the book, the boring beiges of the minimalist 90s have now finally gone, thank goodness, and colour and pattern and individuality are back in full force. If you're not sure where to start with redesigning your home (or just one room) to take account of this fact, here is the book and the man to help you.
What I love is that although many of the ideas are quite off the wall, they have a practicality about them as well - he thinks about how things are to be cleaned, how they'll cope with kids and animals and how furnishings and finishes will look after a few years. Especially helpful is the section at the back with notes and clear pictures of LLB showing the reader how to do things - such as put up wallpaper, hang a picture, etc, etc. This is one of the best decorating books I have come across, the blend of imaginative ideas, practicality, witty writing style and just sheer fun puts this firmly at the top of the pile.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
I was initially drawn to the interior shots in this book, some of the colours and schemes are out of this world, then I discovered that the back of the book is full of detailed decorating information - I've already used Laurence's varnish recipe for aging a new frame....and it really worked! Totally Fab!
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Absolutely love anything by the lovely Laurence, was thrilled with this book and would highly recommend it. Loved the styles, gave me some great ideas and informative in how to achieve what he has done.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Brilliant!
I've always been a fan of Laurence but didn't realise what I'd been missing before I bought this book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by BakingQueen
Great tips and advice
I love this book. The pictures are amazing and it's full of great tips and advice. The`How It's Done' section towards the back at the book is brilliant. Read more
Published 7 months ago by V Ward
what a FAB book
Absolutely LOVED it, love Laurence, loved the book, it's full of inspiration, great ideas, practical know how at the back, I was given it as a present as I am doing up my house and... Read more
Published 7 months ago by rlk348
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