In the Company of Good Books
I just love my grownup picture books! I read them from cover to cover and as I read I soak up not only the words but the pictures. In a way it’s a type of study for designers where we learn and grow and create through what has inspired us. In every room in my house you will find my favorite books on display. I continually change them in and out as I revisit them and their inspirations. When I entertain I like to leave a variety of my books stacked and opened in various ways on my coffee table. I love seeing others pick up my books and love and feel inspired by what they see. ~TRL
My Stylish French Girlfriends- This book was given to me by one of my clients. I read it cover to cover on a road trip to Santa Barbara and found it absolutely fascinating. The book is about real women of different ages at different times of life that are celebrating passionate lifestyles. The author mentions in the beginning of the book that all of her friends wanted to be represented in their most natural way and they requested to not be touched up. What a breath of fresh air, right!? I loved that through their words the became even more real to me. These women all live authentic lifestyles. When we are honest with who we really are and what we really love we can then figure out how to love the life we live. This book was like going on vacation for me. Each of these women I find very inspiring and I would love to meet each one. ~KAR
Starting a Collection: We have found many books in bookstores, but always have the greatest success in little boutiques. When we travel we always keep our eyes open for a book to take home as a souvenir. Our suggestion for you is to look for books that inspire you and bring you joy. A book that is a keeper should sing to you in the first few pages.
Kim’s Favorite Books: My Stylish French Girlfriends, by Sharon Santoni, and Soiree, by Danielle Rollins
Taneal’s Favorite Books: Slim Aarons’, Once Upon a Time and Reese Witherspoon’s, Whiskey in a Teacup