The Houses of VERANDA [Hardcover]

Lisa Newsom (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2012

Veranda invites you to step inside the finest interiors, all decorated by the world's best and most influential designers.

 

The readers of Veranda expect escape: every issue presents stunning interiors in lush layouts. And that's exactly what this dream book delivers. These 30 homes are among the most spectacular ever featured in the magazine, with breathtaking rooms both traditional and modern plus everything in between. With a whisper of gracious text, this beautiful collection draws you into a world where you can imagine your own pied-à-terre in Paris, your aerie in the Hollywood Hills, and your home-away-from home on Barbados.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Serving as editor in chief of the interior design magazine Southern Accents gave Newsom the courage in 1987 to start Veranda, which began as a magazine for regional interiors and expanded to show homes throughout the world. Here Newsom presents houses and gardens that exemplify the best of her magazine. More than 200 color photographs depict lavish, primarily professionally designed interiors in styles from classic to modern with text explaining the designers' and residents' approaches. Although quite a few of the dwellings are located in the southern United States (as befits Veranda's origins), homes throughout the United States and Europe also are included. VERDICT: Newsom's collection of homes will appeal to those seeking inspiration for an extravagant living space." -- Library Journal

About the Author

Veranda has half a million affluent women subscribers aged 35-54 with a serious interest in design. Author Lisa Newsom is the founding editor of Veranda and is widely respected by leading architects and designers for her singular vision and aesthetic.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Hearst; 1st (full number line) edition (May 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1588169278
• ISBN-13: 978-1588169273
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 1.3 x 12 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #85,070 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Very boring. January 15, 2013

By Colleen Quimby

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This is not a good inspiration book, at least for the average woman who loves design. The content is too repetitive.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Colors less than vivid, expected more from Veranda... November 15, 2012

By C. M.

Format:Hardcover

This was a disappointment, as my expectations had been to engross myself and revel in the gorgeous colors that the Veranda publications is famous for. Things are on the bland and dated side, mildly boring, and in general, just not exciting enough. Can't truly recommend this.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful book July 4, 2012

By Atina Sesom

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This is a beautiful "coffee table" type book. My only reservation about it is that most of the rooms are on the neutral side. I personally love COLOR and like to see colorful rooms. Still the homes are stunning!