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If you’re someone who appreciates the art of layering textures, playing with color, and curating a home that feels deeply personal, New English Interiors will be a source of constant inspiration. The creatives featured in this book remind us that design isn’t about following trends but about expressing who you are and letting your personality guide the way. This book celebrates the beauty of imperfection, of homes that aren’t meant to be static or polished, but rather lived in and evolving.

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One of those books that makes you sigh and wish you had plenty of money. Beautiful pictures, an interesting book
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

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This was such a beautiful read to be able to explore these interiors. It has definitely given me tips on how to transform my space to be more my own as I look to reset and change my living space.

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So grateful to have had the chance to see and share in the beauty these designers create! Such a beautiful and inspiring book!

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This is MY kind of decorating book! Color, color, color - and LOTS of STUFF. The designers here LOVE vivid colors, lots of pattern, tons of pictures on the wall, and oh, so many knick-knacks. I've died and gone to heaven! Every room is warm and cozy, and very inviting. Let me put the tea on, and grab a book from one of those shelves.

If you like white interiors that feature only one framed painting per wall, and metal framed furniture that looks like it belongs in a dentist's office, you'll be wanting to avoid this book.
Everyone else - settle in, and set your mind to dreaming.

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Beautiful book with nice, colorful interior decorations. Loved to see people’s home and the way they were decorated. A great book for people who love interior decorating, or just like to look at pretty photos of great decorations..

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New English Interiors : At Home with Today's Creatives. This is a wonderful book brimming with amazing pictures. The styles are mixed, both old and new, and the whole book is a joy to browse through. Perfect for anyone wanting ideas for their home, and would make a lovely gift.

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This book gives 22 case studies on new English interior design, The examples are carefully selected to be both elegant and practical. Each case study is explained through a lot of photos. Also, we can learn about the backgorund of the design, such as the initial condition of the house and what practical function the designers want to add to the house. People can find lots of inspiration on interior design in the book.

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What an appealing book. The photography is excellent and conveys elegance yet comfort. The profiles of the designers are informative and lend an understanding to their designs. a must read for those interested in design concepts.

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This is a lovely coffee table book. The pictures are taken for the book, not library pictures so it is very up to date. The people featured in the book are all people who are influencing the world of interiors now and the photos are excellent. There is a brief interview with each of the featured home owners - they are not all interior designers, followed. by a good selection of photos of their houses. I have heard of a lot of the people included, many I already followed on instagram, now I follow quite a few more of them. The book feels very modern and fresh.

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I really liked this! The layout of the photographs were perfect for the style of the interiors (which I’m obsessed with). The little articles for each person/partners were the perfect length for a book like this as well.

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This gorgeous coffee table book is great design inspo for artists and creatives. They cover a range of styles and the spaces feel unique, eclectic and lived-in—in the best way possible. There’s lots to see here for those who love layering color, texture, and pattern. Not quite maximalism, but the kind of home where you can see the curatorial impulse is just simply things this creative person loves and is drawn to. And that’s the kind of home I want, so it was a perfect fit for me and an inspiration read. The colors and photos are gorgeous and the book would make a lovely gift for quirky, creative types trying to find their style.

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A very inspiring look into homes that mix a classic background with a modern and eclectic style. The different stories of the home owners were quite intriguing too and this is certainly a book that I would pick up over and over again just to look at the beautiful photographs.

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A beautiful coffee-table book for anyone who likes bohemian interiors, joining the modern to the ancient with high contrast colours, particularly sunshine/coral, avocado green/cobalt/pink.
I enjoyed looking at those various interiors from British creatives, probably because I am in the phase of renovating my home and personalising it.
There is definitely a lot of character and individuality in all those more maximalist homes, but it's funny to also see very similar threads and how a lot of them would very much fit together in one home.
The photography is beautiful, and the brightness of all the shots particularly stood out. While I expect beautiful lighting from Australia, I had expected darker shots from England, and I was pleasantly surprised to see all this light.

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This book was very easy to look at, the formatting and graphics were great. I really enjoyed this book, and will be getting a hard copy!

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A lovely book with so many beautiful rooms and inspiration! I partially love the many bookshelves used in these rooms, and the old charming style British homes have. Lots of pictures and fun decorating ideas and plenty of colors and trends. I would love this as a coffee table book in my home.
Thank you to the author and publishers for this arc,

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When I first saw New English Interiors, I was excited by the prospect of drawing inspiration from its pages. The initial impression was promising, with the book's beautiful layout and stunning photography. However, as I delved deeper, it was somewhat lacklustre for my taste. The book focuses heavily on the aesthetics of English designers and artists, which, while visually appealing, didn't resonate with the everyday practicality I had hoped for. In fact, some of the rooms featured felt overly garish to me.

That said, this book would be a treasure trove for those who adore colour and have an eclectic taste. It offers a vibrant showcase of bold interiors, and I can see the appeal for those who are drawn to such a style. I particularly admired Cath Kidston's aesthetic, which blends classic elements with pops of colour and bold florals. The purple armchairs, in particular, stood out to me—they were elegant and striking.

In conclusion, while New English Interiors wasn't quite what I was looking for, I would recommend it to anyone who loves an eclectic style with bold colours. It's a beautifully crafted book, but it just wasn't the right fit for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – White Lion | Frances Lincoln for gifting me an e-book copy of New English Interiors.

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This was so much fun for me!! I am terrible at home decoration; my daughter's friend told his mom in front of me that I clearly don't care what people think. This book showcases several homes that are impeccably decorated by people who clearly have the skills, such as artists and designers. But it also explains how they got their inspiration, how they learned about their own homes, and how they made their choices. Even though the items could look cluttered if someone else decorated them, these items were placed so deliberately. The overall effect is beautiful, charming, cozy, and everything you want in a home. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this.

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I came across New English Interiors and was instantly drawn to the cover. It promised everything I love about contemporary English interior design - bold colors, rich textures and patterns, and unique furniture and decor. The book features 22 homes, providing insight into the people who live there, the concepts behind the aesthetics, and plenty of beautiful images. I appreciate that the book goes beyond just showcasing images, offering ideas that can be adapted to fit different lifestyles and spaces. Each entry feels like a valuable addition to the overall theme of the book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great coffee table book or seeking inspiration for an English-style home redesign project! It was a bit difficult to flip through in a digital format so it's a must-buy.

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This is a beautiful book to sit down and read with a cup of tea and calming music playing in the background. It covers 20 homes of English creatives with their lovely homes filled with bold ideas, rich in color and design. It was delightful to turn the pages to see the bright colors, beautiful and unique patterns and textures along with unique furniture and home decor. I loved reading this on my iPad so that I could see the colors and the format in a magazine style. It would be a perfect addition to a coffee table collection of books to look over at a dinner party or gathering.

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