At Home in France
Inspiration and Style in Town and Country
Published on 3. September 2024
Book
Hardback
272 pages
978-0-8478-2926-2 (ISBN)
Description
Having a nineteenth-century apartment in Paris steps from the Trocadero and Eiffel Tower is a dream. So is owning an eighteenth-century chateau in the French countryside known as the Versailles of the fields. Having both? That s the dreamy escapism found in designer Corrigan s new book, which will enchant Francophiles and design lovers alike with its rich trove of ideas for anyone wanting to decorate in a French-inspired style. In the first section of the book, Corrigan invites readers into his dazzling Paris apartment, walking them through the history of the building and his design plans, from the entryway through the salons, dining room, and bedrooms. In the second part, Corrigan shares his enduring love for French country homes. Traveling through his spectacular new chateau room by room, he tells the story of its purchase, restoration, and decoration. Layered throughout are insights and advice on topics ranging from antiquing in Paris, hanging art in the French style, hosting with panache, and exploring the French countryside. With gorgeous new photography commissioned for the book, this volume is a must for everyone who dreams of living in France and bringing French chic into their own lives.
Reviews / Votes
"Designer Timothy Corrigan's new book, At Home in France, will satisfy the design senses of any Francophile. The book gives an inside and up-close look at both of Corrigan's homes in France: a Belle Epoque-era apartment in the 16th arrondissement as well as his chateau in the country. The book, written by former ELLE DECOR editor in chief Michael Boodro, takes readers through every room in each house with no detail overlooked." - Elle Decor"Timothy Corrigan is, in his own words, "an unabashed Francophile." We've long since admired his French interiors, which honor the long-standing traditions of the country's rich decorative history. In this volume, the designer reflects deeply on the diverse aesthetics of French urbanity versus rural living." - Architectural Digest
"Timothy Corrigan's newest release is a love letter to Francophiles and French decorative arts. Separated into two parts, the first takes readers inside the designer's Paris apartment, exploring the historical architecture of the building and Corrigan's vision for the space. The second section takes readers to the French countryside and his 18th-century chateau for lessons on restoration, decoration, and entertainment." - Veranda
"With an eye for the exceptional, designer Timothy Corrigan invites readers into his own two historic properties in France: an apartment in Paris and a chateau in the countryside. Corrigan examines the allure of French design and the shares the best spots for antiquing, visiting, and tips for entertaining with French elan." - Frederic Magazine
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
350 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS
Dimensions
Height: 314 mm
Width: 237 mm
Thickness: 31 mm
Weight
1926 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8478-2926-2 (9780847829262)
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Persons
Timothy Corrigan has been named to virtually every top designer list including the AD100, the Luxe Gold List, and the 1stdibs 50. He is the only American honored by the French Heritage Society for his restoration of several national landmarks in France. His work has been featured in over 1,000 publications worldwide, and he has designed collections for such luxury brands as DEA-Italy, Kyle Bunting, Perennials, Royal Limoges, Samuel & Sons, Schumacher, and THG-Paris. Michael Boodro is an award-winning editor and writer.