We spend a lot of time at home, particularly in winter, so it has to be practical. But there’s plenty of inspiration available for making it luxurious too.
BOOKS
Morning, Noon, Night by Soho House UK Ltd
Since opening in London in 1995, Soho House members’ club has been a place for creative people to come together. This book invites readers behind the scenes at the houses. Key elements of the Soho House way of living are illustrated and broken down into helpful features, like how to make a tasty vegan breakfast or create the perfect bedroom.
British Designers at Home by Jenny Rose-Innes
This book is for anyone curious to find out more about designers, and glean ideas and practical information for their own homes. This engaging and visually enticing book profiles over 20 of the most important names in British design and decoration in their own personal spaces.
Live Beautiful by Athena Calderone
The author, the design expert and creator of lifestyle brand EyeSwoon, taps into her network of interior decorators, fashion designers and tastemakers to reveal how carefully crafted interiors come together. She breaks down details of rooms, like textures and patterns, and offers helpful advice on how you can replicate these different elements.
AUDIO & VIDEO
Podcast: The Luxury Podcast
In each podcast, hosts William Hanson and Jonathan Vernon-Smith tackle an area of life that they think you should upgrade, helping you create the everyday moments of luxury that make life more enjoyable.
TV Series: Britain’s Most Expensive Houses
This takes a look at some of Britain’s most jaw-dropping houses, from grand country estates and coastal retreats to London’s most coveted postcodes. The houses are the theme but, of course, the estate agent cast are the entertainment. All three series’ of the show are available to stream for free on Channel 4 catch up (with adverts unless you subscribe).
