Creating a Home

by Kathryn M. Ireland

A fresh take on classic materials and design Kathryn M. Ireland is a maven of materials. In addition to having her own fabric line, she freely and deftly mixes other designers’ fabrics as well as international market “finds.” Blending those with quality ironwork, wood, tile, and furniture pieces, Ireland pulls together a magnificent home of unpretentious grandeur. This book chronicles the sympathetic restoration of a Wallace Neff–designed estate in Ojai, California, including the home and stables.

Genres: Interior Design

160 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2009

Reviews

[Marie]

This is the first of my many design books that I have read cover to cover. It is about the restoration and renovation of an iconic property in Ojai that was originally owned by the Libbey family. Several famous architects were involved with the property over the years. I love Kathryn's Ireland's textiles and style - Mexico meets Morocco.

[ThePinkCarrot]

Nice photos and explanations. Love the tile detail on the stair risers.

[Amy]

I love Ireland's aesthetic and really enjoyed reading about and seeing her house restoration project in Ojai.

[Michele]

My house!