From New York to Paris, this text looks at the apartments of 25 international designers, providing a glimpse of their lives beyond the catwalk and an insight into each designer's creative approach. Those opening their doors include, Givenchy, Anouska Hempel, Yves St Laurent and Lagerfeld. Each home tells a story, from Armani's villa - recreating childhood memories of the simple life, to Versace's palazzo - a sumptuous backdrop to his art collection. Unlike their fashion collections which are reinvented each season, their homes are spaces which have evolved to reflect the life of their owners.