Altar Your Space: A Guide to the Restorative Home (Paperback)

by Jagatjoti Singh Khalsa (Author), Joely Fischer (Introduction)

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From Publishers Weekly
Khalsa, part owner of Venice, Calif. home furnishings store Tara Home, presents a guide to creating a peaceful living space "that truly reflects and expresses who you are." While he does address the literal incorporation of altars into one's home, the focus is on turning your home into "a sanctuary for the body, heart and soul of you and your family." Khalsa returns again and again to the idea of self-reflection and listening to one's inner voice ("At some point you may feel intuitively drawn to certain colors, tones, images..."), a valid but frustratingly obtuse point. Specifics are sparse: Khalsa includes few of his clients' goals (whose homes appear in photographs) and little information on choosing elements or room composition. What it lacks in detail, the book makes up for in abundant, lush photography; heavy on Tibetan, Chinese and Indian furnishings-there are multiple statues of Hindu and Buddhist gods, ornately carved beds, bureaus and dressers and rich, vibrant fabrics-these gorgeous full-color images will prove useful for anyone considering an Eastern approach to home decor.
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Product Description

Jagatjoti Khalsa says that sacred furnishings — like beautiful pieces sculpted by human hands from real wood, colorful textiles imbued with spirit and purpose — should be the foundation of a home's décor. Drawing inspiration from the East and utilizing a team of Indian craftspeople and artisans, Khalsa suggests simple ways to fill the home with spirit-infused decorations. Using examples from his bold work for Sharon Stone, Joely Fisher, Adrienne Brody, Shiva Rae, and others, Khalsa demonstrates how to make any living space, whether kitchen, child’s playroom, home office, or the entire house, more spiritual. Engaging text and 150 color photographs help readers imagine and implement the creative possibilities of such items as antique Chinese wagon wheels, silk bedding, Tara statues, Asian pine tables made from 300-year-old railroad ties, antique screen doors, and Kela vine bedding. Altar Your Space shows how small changes and a new perspective can make any home a true haven for personal growth and joy.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Mandala Publishing (October 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1601090080
• ISBN-13: 978-1601090089
• Product Dimensions: 14.1 x 10 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #103,036 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Totally changed my home, April 11, 2008

By	E. Gross (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I discovered this book at a book store in SF and while I did not think I was looking help at home the richness of the photographs and colors drew me into this book. Almost 30 minutes later, I had to purchase this book. One of those photography books in which the brilliant images bring you in but the sage and engaging writing style had me stay awake all night feeling as if this writer had opened my head and extracted everything I had ever felt but by no means could articulate or even know that I thought these things. I loved this book and with some simple changes, trials and efforts around my house, I look at my home much differently and more importantly, I feel different at home. Its promise to help me make my home feel more restorative was delivered. When I arrive home each night, it is like I have arrived at a perfect oasis. I highly recommend it.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have!, April 7, 2008

By	Janice Niederhofer - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

ALTAR YOUR SPACE is a must have book! It appeals to all of your senses with its' inspiration of color, insight and possibility. I have applied the concepts the author conveys in my home; not only do I feel a sense of peace but everyone who visits feels somthing similar. This book is beautifully written and the photos are candy for the eyes. Treat your senses then give the gift of this masterpiece to someone who appreciates life.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and helps you develop a relationship with your Home, April 4, 2008

By	MacKenzie (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews

A very encouraging book to someone who has never taken the time to create a "home" environment. I now feel the importance to honor myself with a beautiful space to live in, but not just in an aesthetically pleasing way, but in way that is warm, comfortable and "restorative". But, I am not just encouraged to do it by the book, I have been given the tools to accomplish it. With beautiful photography and elegant instruction I found my confidence growing and my eyes opening to opportunities to create sacred spaces in my home.