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When I saw the cover of New English Interiors, I knew I had to have it. It promised everything I love about English interior design/style - bold colors, rich textures and patterns, and unique pieces of furniture and decor. And all that and more was delivered.

The book focuses on 22 homes, giving context behind the homes and its inhabitants, the spirit behind the aesthetics, concepts, and thought processes, and there are plenty of beautiful images to feast your eyes upon. I like books set up like this because you walk away with more than just images to try and copy, but also with ideas that you can adapt to work with your own lifestyle and spaces more authentically.

There’s a little bit of everything in here, and while it felt cohesive as a book, I feel like ever entry added to the whole. I really enjoyed this and would definitely recommend to pretty much everyone whether you are looking for a fun coffee table book or are seriously looking to bring some English style into your next home redesign project!

*Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - White Lion for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!*

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What a visual treat this title is! I loved turning the pages and dreaming of all the places where I will (never) live.

This book showcases twenty-two interiors. I only recognized Cath Kidston’s name in that list but no matter. One does not have to recognize the names to enjoy what has been created. I was sold from the introduction where I saw a colorful bathroom. And, color is really featured in these interiors.

In addition to the gorgeous photos, there is also good text. The author notes that the interiors are rich with feeling and mood. I agree. She is a good guide and I enjoyed meeting those to whom she introduced me.

Whether or not a reader is thinking about decorating, this is a title that makes for a wonderful escapist read.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.

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This is such a fun book. Every home is colorful, eclectic and personal. Nothing matches, and the spaces are delightful. I love all the use of vintage items, layered rugs, surprising paint colors and oddball items. I also love that these rooms are filled with books, often to the ceiling. I have always looked at bookless rooms with a mixture of horror and distaste. Great inspiration.

I read a temporary digital copy of this book for review.

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Lovely book, Highly recommend.

Thank you to NetGalley aan the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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A gorgeous book I-loved getting to look into the homes of this fabulous group of people.Each home was photographed beautifully,I-loved touring the homes seeing their styles.I will be dipping into this book again and again.#netgalley #quartobooks

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Love this but would've loved some more interiors and people that were different and diverse - these all kind of looked the same, even though I love the style

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I am a huge fan of Interior Decorating books and I absolutely loved this beautifully photographed book featuring the exciting colors and patterns used in Flats and Cottages in England by interior decorators and artists, etc. An eye opening experience being able to peak inside these creatively decorated homes.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this ARC.

These interiors are for rich people with an eclectic style and a love of designer wallpaper and Farrow & Ball colours. Not beige and boring but not quite "Outrageous Homes" either. Personally not my style, but the photography is beautiful.

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Beautiful photos, but this kind of decor is not for me, too garish, too many colors, too many things. I'm probably more of a minimalist, and besides, there are very few bookshelves....

Bellissime foto, ma questo tipo di arredamento non fa per me, troppo sgargiante, troppi colori, troppe cose. Probabilmente sono piu minimalista e, inoltre, ci sono pochissime librerie....

I received from the Publisher a complimentary digital advanced review copy of the book in exchange for a honest review.

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These homes were eclectic and stunning! Every time I looked at the photos I found something new to admire about everyone's living space.

The layout was done really well and I loved the profiles on each of the owners. Definitely a refreshing perspective shift from the typical crisp, modern and minimalist decor we typically see highlighted now.

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This book was just wonderful! I loved the beautiful pictures from start to finish, and the most gorgeous lay outs. Highly recommend.

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What a gorgeous book, which provides a smorgasbord of color and design in more than 20 featured homes of English creatives. I oohed and aahed over page after page and imagined living in each compelling abode, from country cottage to urban flat. Highly recommended!

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Brown brown brown.
Beige. Brown. Orange.
Brown.
Remember the stereotypical (but held a truth) British interiors of old times?
This is the opposite of it. Vivid, with character and originality, each interior is introduced with their designer and useful and enaging content.
My eyes had a feast but most importantly, I was inspired.

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eeeeeep

I love this so much, it's like my Pinterest boards wrote a book

(Growing up on Brambly Hedge books, Tess and Alfred's were some of my favourite)

I also really like Gavin Houghton's take that wallpapers and colours rarely change, that they provide a framework; I can see how choosing things that "fit" in the space makes it easier to come together

Organized chaos, clutter, whatever you want to call it - makes a home feel like home - it just makes my heart so happy

I could honestly sit here and pick out something I loved about each design featured, I need this on my coffee table!

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