The Language of Home

An eloquent and gorgeously illustrated guide to the foundational elements of interior design, and how they can be put together to make a beautiful home. Illustrated with photography from design tastemakers. The Language of Home explores the idea that a finely-tuned symphony of form and function opens up a true dialogue with our home, allowing us to fully connect with the spaces we inhabit. Whether old or new, historical or contemporary, period or post-war, large or compact, every home operates to its best potential once the often-overlooked basics—from focal points to furniture arrangements—are given due consideration. This book unites inspiring photography provided by some of Britain's leading designers and photographers with incisive writing that breaks down the key tenets behind homes that are both beautiful and practical.

London-born journalist and author Emma J Page regularly contributes to publications including House & Garden, The Times Magazine, The Sunday Times Style, The Telegraph Magazine, and The English Home among others, writing across lifestyle, interiors, and travel. Her books include London Interiors and London Shopfronts (now in its second edition) in collaboration with photographer Rachael Smith. A former features editor at Homes & Gardens as well as occasional memoirist for newspaper supplements, Emma divides her time between London and the Amalfi Coast, Italy.