The Bible of British Taste
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The Bible of British Taste
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See moreInspired by the hugely popular Bible of British Taste blog and Instagram, this book takes readers inside Britain's most fascinating homes - charming, eclectic, and full of character. A must-have for design lovers, Bible of British Taste celebrates the effortless, unstudied style that sets British interiors apart.Β
Based on the hugely popular blog, magazine, and Instagram account of the same name, The Bible of British Taste explores the true essence of traditional British style. Rejecting the pristine and predictable in favour of the lived-in and characterful, this aesthetic celebrates interiors filled with antiques, artworks, and enthralling layers of history.
As author Ruth Guilding puts it: 'My personal mantra for the descriptions of people and their houses in this book roughly seems to be that old stuff is good, and perfection is boring.'
Charting the evolution of this distinctive style from William Morris and the Bloomsbury set to today's leading tastemakers, Guilding showcases a vibrant and eclectic mix of homes and gardens across the UK. Featuring renowned creatives - from Roy Strong and Jasper Conran to Luke Edward Hall and Ben Pentreath - The Bible of British Taste provides essential insight into the quirks and charm of British interiors.
With unrivalled access to some of Britain's most extraordinary homes, The Bible of British Taste is the definitive guide to the nation's most distinctive interiors - a book that belongs on every design lover's shelf.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780711294011
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 25 September 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Frances Lincoln
Illustration: 650
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 225.0mm
Height: 290.0mm
Weight: 750g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Ruth Guilding is a long-time contributor to World of Interiors and since 2012 has run the website and then IG account, the Bible of British Taste.Β
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