Pure Style Living by Jane Cumberbatch
With her vision of a simpler more natural life Jane Cumberbatch has acquired a following as an international arbiter of interior style. Her bestselling works Pure Style and Pure Style Outside have together sold a total of 350 000 copies worldwide.The philosophy of the Pure Style look has been taken a step further in Jane's new book Pure Style Living. Looking to make life more balanced and relaxed in the face of the pressures of today's world Jane's vision embraces all aspects of living where the home is at the heart of daily life. Written from the personal viewpoint of a busy working mother with three children she works toward a more realistic and achievable lifestyle which will cut down on stress and create a balanced home environment - a personal reflection of ourselves and a refuge from the frantic world outside.Following Jane's introduction to the principles and philosophy behind Pure Style Living the book is divided into three sections; first a selection of inspirational Sources then the many different aspects of daily life in Live and finally a comprehensive and visual Directory. SourcesPure Style is also about functional yet good-looking design and in this section you will find sensual images evoking smell texture architecture and function revealing the inspiration behind the uncomplicated but stylish environment of Pure Style Living. LiveAs the main body of the book Live encompasses the elements of every mood and every room in the house; eat work garden rest play wash and sleep.With all aspects of life Jane gives you the encouragement to simplify sort out clutter and be resourceful in the home. You will find inspiring suggestions for creating balance and simplicity as well as useful projects designed to help you live more efficiently. DirectoryThe principles of Pure Style Living are readily achievable in all homes and on all budgets. To help you compose the elements you need to create the Pure Style look Jane's philosophy is deconstructed and isolated as a visual shopping list together with an essential list of suppliers.