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Island Whimsy by Celerie Kemble
The tastemaking decorator, known for whimsical elegance, reveals a paradise of ideas for indoor/outdoor living that is as comfortable as it is transporting.
"Escape on a journey with ELLE Decor A-List designer Celerie Kemble, whose Island Whimsy will take you to her unforgettable tropical refuge in the Dominican Republic" —ELLEDECOR.COM
"The tastemaking decorator, known for whimsical elegance, reveals a paradise of ideas for indoor/outdoor living that is as comfortable as it is transporting." —LOVEHAPPENSMAG.COM
"Throughout this lovingly crafted book, ideas abound for anyone decorating a house at the beach or fantasizing about spending time in one. Celerie shares inspiration for creating a sense of openness to the sea, sand, and sky; offering places to wash sandy feet or perfect viewing spots for a sunset-saturated drink; and infusing spaces with invitation, welcome, and magic." —THEGLAMPAD.COM
"The book recounts Kemble’s deeply personal and creative journey designing Playa Grande and bringing this labor of love to life." —INTERIORDESIGNMASTERCLASS.COM
"Entirely dedicated to Playa Grande, the property Kemble designed in the Dominican Republic, this tome reflects a rare opportunity to create a sense of place from the raw jungle and pristine coastline, from design to conception." —SOCIETY TEXAS
"In Celerie Kemble’s latest book, ISLAND WHIMSY: DESIGNING A PARADISE BY THE SEA, she draws the reader in, inviting them into a laid back, beautiful treat." —SPLENDID SASS
"The tastemaking decorator, known for whimsical elegance, reveals a paradise of ideas for indoor/outdoor living that is as comfortable as it is transporting." —LOVEHAPPENSMAG.COM
"Throughout this lovingly crafted book, ideas abound for anyone decorating a house at the beach or fantasizing about spending time in one. Celerie shares inspiration for creating a sense of openness to the sea, sand, and sky; offering places to wash sandy feet or perfect viewing spots for a sunset-saturated drink; and infusing spaces with invitation, welcome, and magic." —THEGLAMPAD.COM
"The book recounts Kemble’s deeply personal and creative journey designing Playa Grande and bringing this labor of love to life." —INTERIORDESIGNMASTERCLASS.COM
"Entirely dedicated to Playa Grande, the property Kemble designed in the Dominican Republic, this tome reflects a rare opportunity to create a sense of place from the raw jungle and pristine coastline, from design to conception." —SOCIETY TEXAS
"In Celerie Kemble’s latest book, ISLAND WHIMSY: DESIGNING A PARADISE BY THE SEA, she draws the reader in, inviting them into a laid back, beautiful treat." —SPLENDID SASS
Celerie Kemble is a partner in Kemble Interiors, Inc., a decorating firm founded in 1982. Celerie has been featured in Architectural Digest (including as an AD100 Designer), Elle Décor (where she is a perennial member of the A-List), House Beautiful, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, The Wall Street Journal, Town & Country, Veranda, and more. Her previous design books include To Your Taste and Black & White (and a Bit in Between). She lives between Palm Beach and New York with her three children.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780847862191 |
| ISBN 10 | 0847862194 |
| Title | Island Whimsy |
| Author | Celerie Kemble |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Rizzoli International Publications |
| Year published | 2021-04-13 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |