Some Like It Hot

This collection includes some of the most stunning design environments found anywhere, accompanied by philosophies and inspiration from the interior designers who created them. The 30 contributing designers possess portfolios that span the globe and have spearheaded signature residential looks for celebrities, dignitaries, politicians, and everyday people. They range from such industry sensations as Juan Carlos Arcila-Duque, Jennifer Garrigues, Fanny Haim, Todd Davis & Rob Brown, and Sam Robin to creative souls like Robert Rionda, Sharron Lannan, and Hillary Littlejohn Scurtis. Exceptional designers Amy Herman, Amy Kelly, Anil Kakar, Brianna Michelle, David Smith, Deborah Wecselman, Debra Butler, Eve Glass Beres, Jonathan Parks, Juan Poggi, Judith Liegeois, Kurt Dannwolf & Lachmee Chin, Laura Martzell, Leili Fatemi, Margarita & Cristina Courtney, Pamela Iannacio, Phil Kean, Robert Zemnickis, Sandra Diaz-Velasco, Sarah Zohar, Susan Lovelace and Whitney Bloom divulge their philosophies about style and taste through insider tips and accessible advice, covering everything from how to best begin a project to how to select just the right finishing touch. Readers will especially enjoy reading about the unexpected sources of inspiration while marveling at the polished final designs. There is something for everyone in this book—a rug, a piece of artwork, a color palette, an idea—that can be used within any home.

Beth Benton Buckley has conceptualized, designed, and curated dozens of titles in myriad subjects including: architecture, celebrity event design, hospitality, interior design, travel, and wineries. She is the author of I Do… Destination Florida, Love Is Love, and Mastering Beauty. She lives in Delray Beach, Florida.