Saga Interiors: July Favorites
Every month I curate pieces that I am currently in love with. This list includes pieces ranging from accessories, home decor to furnishings and so much more.
For July, I can hardly contain my excitement as I share my ultimate go-to when it comes to adding a personal touch to any living space: Coffee table books and Bookazines. These treasures hold a special place in my heart, forming a growing collection that constantly expands as I stumble upon new, captivating editions that are as visually stunning on the outside as they are captivating on the inside. Below I have shared a glimpse into my all-time favorites as well as some new additions to my collection
The core elements that shape our homes and daily experiences – the textures our hands encounter regularly – hold immense significance. In this edition of RUM, exploration with a focus on the paramount role of exceptional materials is commenced.
Wood, a beloved substance in the Nordic regions, resonates deeply with our strong connection to nature and our rich design heritage, where it shines particularly bright. Rum engages in a conversation with Danish designer Cecilie Manz, a highly accomplished and esteemed industrial designer of our time. She shares her personal journey and expresses her deep affection for materials, with a special fondness for wood….
A lavish tribute to an exceptional fusion of AMIRI Wes Langart and fashion: the Autumn-Winter 2022 collection by luxury brand AMIRI, a collaborative masterpiece with the painter Wes Lang.
This collection, deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of Los Angeles, the shared home of both the designer and the artist, embarks on a captivating exploration of the city's aesthetic legacy. Blending the heights of opulence with the subtlety of understatement, it mirrors the crossroads of diverse realms that define Los Angeles style—rock, skate, luxury, craftsmanship, art, and glamour. Throughout the collection, Wes Lang's artistic touch injects elements of rebellion and vitality into AMIRI's garments.
The New Southern Style: The Interiors of a Lifestyle and Design Movement Alyssa Rosenheck, a distinguished contributor to esteemed publicationsThe New Southern Style: The Interiors of a Lifestyle and Design Movement such as Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Country Living, Better Homes and Gardens, Southern Living, Domino, and others, embarks on a captivating journey in "The New Southern Style." In this book, she invites readers into over 30 extraordinary homes, unraveling the essence of the contemporary American South.
With vibrant illustrations, Alyssa delves into the dynamic, inclusive, and motivational movement shaping today's Southern interior design. The American South, a region rich in history and tradition, evokes images of sweet tea, languid drawls, and thick, sultry summer air. It's also a place with a complex past, entrenched social norms, and perspectives rooted in the past. However, within the community of artisans and creators in the South, a vibrant movement is taking shape. Alyssa Rosenheck sheds light on this burgeoning community, individuals who are embracing the cherished traditions of the South while infusing them with their own distinctive flair.
Feel Free Magazine VOL 2: Leanne's House
Leanne Ford's FEEL FREE magazine offers a captivating glimpse into the lives and workspaces of creative individuals, exploring the playful side of artists and inspiring readers to do the same. In its second issue, the magazine presents a delightful Q&A session between Leanne and the legendary DIANE KEATON. It offers practical "how-to" guides directly from artists' perspectives, such as harnessing the beauty of natural light in photography and turning discarded items into art.
Readers can expect fresh and imaginative concepts, like using coffee as paint on paper lanterns, along with fail-proof decorating "recipes" (forever chic checkerboard floors), engaging quizzes, playlists, and an assortment of free art that readers can tear out and adorn their walls with.
A Frame for Life: The Designs of Studioilse
The renowned designer and style guru Ilse Crawford showcases her body of influential, holistic work for the first time, articulating her groundbreaking philosophies for design and living.
Studioilse, the award-winning design studio founded by Ilse Crawford, bridges the worlds of interior design, architecture, and product design with the philosophy of putting the human being at the center. Fascinated by what drives us and makes us feel alive, Crawford says: When I look at making spaces, I don't just look at the visual. I'm much more interested in the sensory thing, in thinking about it from the human context, the primal perspective, the thing that touches you. Featuring Studioilse's work to date, from private residences to hotels, restaurants, and retail projects, this book illustrates the effectiveness of design grounded in human needs and desires. Layering materials and textures, combined with her understanding of human behavior, Crawford's designs are sensual and accessible.