Simple Home Mark and Sally Bailey


Synopsis The simple home is calm and uncluttered, with each item carefully chosen. Mark and Sally Bailey believe that good design means furniture and decoration that is useful, durable and honest. In the first part of the book, they explore calm Colours, Zen-inspired simplicity, and reclaimed or ethically sourced Materials, while Craft embraces the artisan's skill. Comfort means cosy textiles and warm wood, while tips from the Natural Cleaning chapter will nurture your home. Furniture is often multi-functional, and Curating Your Home looks at arranging your cherished collections. The Baileys then turn to Simple Spaces, showing you how to create welcoming Entrances, versatile Cooking and Eating spaces, Living Rooms with a great mix of personal items and adaptable furniture, soothing Bedrooms and tranquil Bathrooms. Finally, furnish Work Rooms with rescued desks and fittings.

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Hot Brands Verdict

This book is very 'of the moment' embracing a lifestyle that many of us aspire to create in our own homes, if you are looking to create a calm and serene home, this book is a great source of inspiring ideas. Mark and Sally Bailey haven't just written a book, they are living examples of a a simpler lifestyle.With beautiful photography by Debi Treloar, the book takes you through their philosophy, and how to examine all your living spaces and create simple, but welcoming spaces. The is also a useful resources section. Just by reading this book, you will feel calmer and inspired to simplify your life. We loved this quote, 'By living without excess and surrounding yourself with just enough of the right things, you will feel an amzing sense of satisfaction' This is a beautiful book, highly recommended !