Sunday, 5 April 2009

JOHN MINSHAW DESIGNS - THE INTERIORS BOOK OF 2009!



We are very excited at the moment in the shop, as we have a new book coming out that is what we believe to be 'The' interiors book of 2009. John Minshaw's new book, 'John Minshaw Designs' displays the finest of British contemporary interiors and we will be working exclusively with John Minshaw to bring you this fantastic title.

John Minshaw will be creating a special window-display in our London shop to celebrate the launch of his book on 23rd April. We also have limited quantities of the book available now to purchase from the shop and signed copies will be available to pre-order.
The book is also exclusively available in a deluxe grey cloth slipcase for £50, making it a perfect gift or a book to keep & treasure for yourself.

About the Book:


This beautifully illustrated book is a joy to look at, and simply a must-have for anyone searching for the finest examples of contemporary British interior design. The sumptuous photographs capture the understated beauty of John Minshaw’s interiors, with their clean, accomplished spaces and architectural finesse. This book covers ten projects, spanning twenty years, offering a summary of Minshaw's work.


Minshaw says he came to interiors by default. But it is clear that his early training in fine art influences much of his work. “My style is to buy good antiques and design bespoke cabinetry, then put them into pared-down interiors,” he says – a design ethic that is a neat contrast to the clichéd froufrou swags and tails so often associated with interior design.


Tuesday, 10 March 2009

Little Chelsea Antiques Fair

The Little Chelsea Antiques Fair is set to be a great event this year; while it is low key, it will be bustling with new visitors and fully booked with 56 dealers! Of course, we will be making an appearance, taking a choice selection of decorative arts, antiques, interior design and textile books, so come along and have a look at what's on offer! The fair is at Chelsea Town Hall on the King's Road and runs Monday 16th - Tuesday 17th March, just in time to get that Mother's Day gift!

Wednesday, 18 February 2009

NEW YVES SAINT LAURENT BOOK NOW IN STORE!

After a long-awaited arrival, the new Yves Saint Laurent book is finally here! They are going like hot cakes already and we have only had them a day, so come in and grab a copy before they all go!

Wednesday, 11 February 2009

DISPLAY COPY OF 'THE PRIVATE WORLD OF YVES SAINT LAURENT & PIERRE BERGE'!

Following the earlier post on our blog about this book, we now have a display copy to show you! Come by the shop and see for yourself to order a copy!

Thursday, 5 February 2009

Just to let you know...




A quick note to mention that we have two exciting new titles coming soon!
There's 'John Minshaw Designs', focusing on ten of his most significant projects, with stunning photography coming out in April!
Being published next month is a new book on Saladino called 'Villa'; a beautifully illustrated book that looks at his 'dream house' and its gardens in the California Hills that he has painstakingly transformed and refashioned.
We have display copies of the books in the shop for you to look at and pre-order instore, or alternatively request your copy via email at shop@pottertonbooks.co.uk or 0207 730 4235.

Tuesday, 3 February 2009

Fabulous new book on Yves Saint Laurent out soon!


We are very excited about a gorgeous new book coming out at the end of the month and just want to tell you a bit about it..!

'The Private World of Yves Saint Laurent & Pierre Berge' unveils the private realm of YSL and his lifelong friend and business partner, Pierre Berge. The book looks at the sumptuous interiors of YSL's home, focusing on the prolific 40-year collection of art and objects.
These include important works by Picasso, Matisse, and Mondrian, Old Master paintings by Goya, Ingres and Gericault, and masterpieces of furniture, sculpture and silver from the Renaissance to Art Deco.
Following the death of Yves Saint Laurent last year, the collection is to be dispersed in what is sure to be an historic auction at the Grand Palais in Paris. Ivan Terestchenko’s beautiful photographs of the interiors of the homes of Yves Saint Laurent – from Paris to Tangier, from Deauville to Marrakech - capture these exquisite pieces in situ for one last time.

Praise for the book: “This book, revealing a rare union of passion, taste and supreme connoisseurship, stands as a monument to two of the greatest taste-makers of our time.”

A legendary designer; a legendary collection; legendary interiors.

To pre-order your copy at £60, please send your details to shop@pottertonbookslondon.co.uk or call the shop directly on 0207 730 4235.

Thursday, 8 January 2009

A Happy New Year To All...


Firstly, a happy new year to everyone! We have been busy getting ready for the year ahead and we're happy to tell you that we have got 5 new Beta-Plus titles on their way, expected at the end of the month!

Compendium Architectural Antiques;
Compendium Colour & Textiles;
Compendium Floor & Wall Coverings;
Compendium Classic Living;
Compendium Kitchens - £45 each.

We also have news that we were featured in Stella Magazine! If you go to our homepage pottertonbookslondon.co.uk and then click on the link for 'press', you can see the feature there. If you're looking for some inspiration for a new year project or a bit of a bargain (or both!) then we have some great titles in our sale stock so pop by and have a look at what's in.