Brown Design + Development

Books That Inspire

Rooms to Inspire in the Country is an great compilation of country homes from weekend getaways to grand estates presented by Annie Kelly and photographer Tim Street-Porter, the second in their lavish Rooms to Inspire series.  It is filled with homes that remind us to be deliberate in creating our environments as well as to combine the historical with the innovative.

This inspiring medley ranges from Tony Duquette’s exotic pavilion-style California home to a charming New York Victorian, a modernist Palm Springs desert getaway by Neutra, a nineteenth-century Gothic cottage on Shelter Island, and an eighteenth-century Connecticut house. Along with design ideas for interiors, the book also covers the garden and pool areas. Since outdoor entertaining is an integral part of country living, a section devoted to tabletop display is included. These beautifully photographed inspirations encourage the reader to explore the design opportunities in the country guided by some of the best interior designers.

 

Books That Inspire

For anyone who has ever dreamed of living under the Tuscan sun, Italian Rustic is the next best thing—a step-by-step guide to recreating the romance and appeal of the weathered Italian farmhouse. This nuts-and-bolts guide to Italian style walks the reader through all the elements that make the rustic Italian home so unique, from the hand-laid stone walls to the artisanal stucco wall finishes.

With more than 300 stunning photographs shot on location in Tuscany and Umbria, the book contains profiles of local artisans, engaging text on how the farmhouse style evolved, and targeted advice on how Americans can find Italian-style building materials and craftsmen close to home. This essential sourcebook will appeal to anyone building an addition or an entire house from scratch, or for homeowners who want to add just a touch of Italian style to their houses.

 

 

 

 

Books That Inspire

We love "Inspired Styles."  It is an anthology of the ideas, creative palettes and select works of fifteen exemplars of interior style. Each designer describes what inspires and guides their unique aesthetic. With vibrant photographs depicting their work and first-person texts by the designers themselves, the book is not only an objet d'art, it is an invaluable reference for both amateurs and professionals who aspire towards remarkable interiors and living spaces.

Books that Inspire

As designers, we are always looking for new inspiration.  We find inspiration in many ways, but one source comes from books.  We are going to start sharing some of the books that we love.  If you are also looking for a dose of inspiration, pick up a copy. 

Thad Hayes recently came out with a beautiful book, “Thad Hayes: The Tailored Interior” that we love.

His book features twenty-two homes, ranging from a New York penthouse, to an upstate country home, to a Palm Beach retreat.  He has a beautiful transitional style (a blend of traditional and contemporary styles) that will remain timeless.