{"title":"Marie Kalt","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of interior design and architectural splendour through the insightful and well-curated works of Marie Kalt. As an esteemed author in the Home \u0026amp; Garden category, Marie Kalt brings a unique perspective to the world of design and style, drawing readers into the intimate spaces of renowned figures and iconic personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne notable work in this collection is \u003cem\u003eKarl Lagerfeld: A Life in Houses\u003c\/em\u003e, where Kalt delves into the legendary fashion designer's aesthetic retreats, offering readers a glimpse into the creative sanctuaries that fuelled Lagerfeld's boundary-pushing visions. The book showcases how the essence of a person's living space can reflect and influence their creative process and personal style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarie Kalt expertly combines her passion for architecture and design with meticulous research, providing readers with both a visual feast and a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Her works are essential for anyone looking to appreciate the interplay between personal spaces and the art of living. Whether you are an aspiring interior designer, an architecture enthusiast, or a curious reader, Kalt's books offer valuable insights and inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"karl-lagerfeld-a-life-in-houses-by-patrick-mauries-9780500025840","title":"Karl Lagerfeld: A Life in Houses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first publication dedicated to Karl Lagerfeld's glamorous homes, known for their eclectic interiors, ranging from the Art Deco to the ultramodern.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Karl Lagerfeld was famous for being at the very centre of the fashion industry for over half a century, he was equally opinionated when it came to interiors, which acted as a private creative outlet alongside his fashion designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing an overview by Patrick Mauriès, each house is introduced by a short text by Marie Kalt unveiling its history and identifying key designers and pieces. The homes are documented by date, beginning with rare photography of Lagerfeld's early addresses in the 1960s and 1970s, through to his final house purchase in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the elegant Art-Deco inspired apartment in Saint-Sulpice, Paris, to the incredibly ornate 18th-century mansion, Hôtel Pozzo di Borgo (his muse and collaborator Amanda Harlech described Lagerfeld as having 'a Versailles complex') - Lagerfeld's houses reveal he was a collector of a Renaissance scale and showed spectacular range in his decorating styles. Lagerfeld would balance the old with the new, humorously describing the minimalist decor of his 200-year-old apartment in Quai Voltaire, Paris as 'like floating in your own spaceship over a very civilised past', and moved from one atmosphere to the next, leaving a Memphis-designed apartment in Monte Carlo for a Grand-Tour themed Roman pied-à-terre, followed by bucolic French country houses and even a majestic Nordic villa in his native Hamburg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in a large, elegant format, \u003cem\u003eKarl Lagerfeld: A Life in Houses\u003c\/em\u003e will be a rich source of inspiration for those interested in interior design and will appeal to fans of the decorative arts and the fashion designer himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833236082924,"sku":"9780500025840","price":180.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/79263482366.jpg?v=1758447247"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/marie-kalt.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}