Books Do Furnish A Room

Description

As all book lovers know, a collection of books affords not only access to endless pleasure and knowledge, but also, when skilfully deployed around the home, the opportunity to create a myriad of different impressions. In this beautifully illustrated guide, self-confessed bibliophile Leslie Geddes-Brown offers inspirational solutions and practical tips on how to make the most of books in every room and forgotten nook of the house. From a working library that is a paragon of order and logic to the cosy informality of a den with books stacked in piles on the floor; from the dramatic impact of floor-to-ceiling shelves to the inviting ease of baskets of books by a fireside; and from discreet shelves that blend into the background to a designer bookcase that becomes the focal point of a room, all the key aspects are considered. A dazzling array of photographs shows how books can transform any room into an alluring and magical place.

Reviews

This inspiring hardback offers advice on every aspect of living and even working with books - CONCEPT FOR LIVING Intelligent must-read - ESSENTIAL KITCHEN BATHROOM BEDROOM MAGAZINE Transform your book collection into something worthy of showing off. Discover how to turn every single nook and cranny of your living space into a receptacle for literary volumes - THE TELEGRAPH Myriad stylish ideas for displaying books - HOMES AND GARDENS

Author description

Leslie Geddes-Brown, former Deputy Editor of World of Interiors and Country Life magazines, is a leading writer on gardening and interior design.