FRENCH CHATEAU STYLE: INSIDE FRANCE'S MOST EXQUISITE PRIVATE HOMES

 

FRENCH CHATEAU STYLE:

Inside France's Most Exquisite

Private Homes

by Catherine Scott0

Photography by Marie Pierre Morel

PRESTEL, $55.00

June 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

If you love historic homes that are involved in decor and preservation, this is your book. From Normandy to Provence, the more than 40,000 chateaus are being repaired in some way. 

The double page images show these stunning chateaus as they are being renovated. The spacious French homes are up to hundreds of years old and are studied and enjoyed by many artists, collectors, and decorators.

Below are several of the breathtaking images from French Chateau Style that I have chosen to share. ENJOY! 

MOROCCO: Destination of Style, Elegance and Design

 

MOROCCO:

Destination of Style, Elegance 

and Design

by Catherine Scott

Photography by Nicolas Matheus

PRESTEL, $39.95

JULY 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

If you love color, nature, landscaping, and design, Morocco: Destination of Style, Elegance and Design is for you. Homes are renovated with the land, bamboo, and wood.  

If you are interested in environmental work, this is it. I especially love the ceramics and plants put together by these designers. 

Below are several images of this beautiful land.  ENJOY!

CURRENTLY CLASSIC: JONATHAN RACHMAN DESIGN

 

CURRENTLY CLASSIC

by Jonathan Rachman Design

Dean Rhys Morgan

Flammarion, $65.00

October 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

Currently Classic by Jonathan Bachman is one of the most beautiful publications at this time. His use of art, leather goods, textiles, color, antiques and collectables throughout the book is a fabulous guide for any designer.

Blending modern with traditional, gathering inspiration from finds he has gathered from flea markets in the East and the West, and making sure that the architecture and design meld, he has created masterpieces. 

Below are several images of Jonathan's work.  ENJOY!  

THE ULTIMATE BATH BY BARBARA SALLICK

 

THE ULTIMATE BATH

by Barbara Sallick

Rizzoli New York, $60.00

October 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

If you love The Perfect Bath and The Perfect Kitchen, you are sure to love The Ultimate Bath. In line with the fact that times have changed, the latest publication takes spending time at home in mind. 

Marble, mirrors, elegant wallpaper and colors, and space create the perfect rooms showcasing the work of the most prestigious architects and designers. Beauty and comfort is the object of these baths. 

Below I have shared several of the images of these beauties! ENJOY!

THE ART OF ENTERTAINING: RECIPE AND TIPS FROM MISS MAGGIE'S KITCHEN

 

MY ART OF ENTERTAINING:

RECIPES AND TIPS FROM 

MISS MAGGIE'S KITCHEN

by Heloise Brian

Flammarion, $27.95

October 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

In My Art of Entertaining, the author shares recipes for each of the four seasons. There are also table settings accompanying several of the meals. 

Parmesan and Garlic Loaf, Stuffed Baked Potatoes, Coconut Chicken, Mint Sorbet, and Jacques’s Beef Bourguignon are just a few of the recipes I plan to cook. 

Below are a few of the lovely images shared in the book. ENJOY! 

AT THE TABLE OF LA FORTEZZA: THE ENCHANTMENT OF TUSCAN COOKING FROM THE LUNIGIANA REGION

 

AT THE TABLE OF LA FORTEZZA:

The Enchantment of Tuscan 

Cooking from the Lunigiana Region

by Annette Joseph

Photography by David Loftus

Rizzoli International, $39.95

September 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

I have owned many cook books in my time, but never one so different, full of Tuscan recipes. There are farm to table, with others from water and land, waiting for the curious chef in all of us. I plan on trying my share of  delightful dishes. 

Below are several images from the book that I think you will ENJOY!

PARISIAN BY DESIGN: INTERIORS BY DAVID JIMENEZ

 

PARISIAN BY DESIGN:

INTERIORS BY DAVID JIMENEZ

by Diane Dorrans Saeks

Forward by Andrew Lauren

Photography by Xavier Bejot

Rizzoli New York, $55.00

October 2022

Reviewed by Teresa Hatfield

Author, Splendid Sass

Parisian by Design: Interiors by David Jimenez, written by Diane Dorrans Saeks, is one of the most breathtaking books I have ever reviewed. Words can’t describe how rich and beautiful this French-influenced book is. 

From the textures, colors, art, collectibles,

books and furniture, how-to sections, antique dealers, art galleries, there is nothing missing here. I could not put this must-have book down. 

Below I have shared a few of my favorite images. ENJOY!