A Place Called Home by Jason Grant

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION 9

inspiration CHAPTER 2

Observation - keep your eyes peeled; wherever you may be, inspiration is all around you .... 11

getting started CHAPTER 3

d to start thinking Be prepared - what you nee like a stylist .... 39

first impressions

CHAPTER 4

Be houseproud – think about making a great first impression, inside and out .... 51

living room CHAPTER 5

Relax – whether you’re entertaining or just lounging around, your living room is where you should want to be .... 71

bathroom

Everyday luxury - these spaces should be functional yet designed for rest and rejuvenation .... 97

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CHAPTER 6

dining CHAPTER 7

Food for thought - make meal-time special every day; your kitchen should never be boring .... 121

storage

Stu St uf ff f f – know w wh hat ha at t to throw out, what to hide aw way and what t to p CHAPTER 8

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colour CHAPTER 9

Brighten up – life is just that little bit more exciting when you're surrounded by colour .... 153

CHAPTER 10

ow the sun – mak ake e yo your ur o Follow Foll as your r in nside e .... 18 1 1

CLEVER TRICKS FINISHING TOUCHES

CHAPTER 11

Individuality – it’s all in the attention to detail and personal touches .... 201

IMAGINATION

Forward thinking - think outside the box and learn to be clever and inventive with what’s around you .... 237

DIRECTORY 263

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Bedrooms ba and

are intimate

spaces. They are rooms for rejuvenation – places to rest, relax and pamper yourself.

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BEDROOM

Bliss

Your bedroom is the first thing you see in the morning and the last thing at night. Consider where you sleep and what you surround yourself with. We spend a lot of time in our beds so it should be a place of sanctuary.

Treat yourself to great bed linen.

BEDROOM & BATHROOM

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Have a favourite cosy blanket.

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Use your best plates and have a favourite cup. Meals should never be boring.

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MY FAVOURITE THINGS

BENTWOOD CHAIRS rustic timber tables

Vintage cutlery enamelware Mix-and-match dinnerware

colourful appliances

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PUT YOUR best stuff ON DISPLAY Don’t hide what you have – put your favourite items out for all to see.

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Pinks

Fun, and not always feminine.

FUN WITH COLOUR

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TONES Warm neutrals are mild-mannered.

They work in just about evey situation and perfectly complement brighter shades.

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FUN WITH COLOUR

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