SKOL!-IT"S A GIVEAWAY

It's the first day of September-time for a dose of design inspiration!  I'm hosting a giveaway of my new favorite book-a signed copy of Scandinavian Design by Lars Bolander. Filled with stunning images of both new and classic looks in Scandinavian design, this book will be a new treasure for your design library.

Here are the giveaway rules:

*For one entry you must be a follower of Hampton Hostess via Google Reader, AND leave an additional comment on this post stating that you have done so.  Be sure you either leave an email address or have a link to your email on your blog so that I can contact you if you win.

*For an additional entry blog or tweet about this giveaway and leave a separate comment with the link back stating you have done so.

 A winner will be chosen Sunday night at random.

Good luck!

LARS BOLANDER SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN

This past Saturday, I had the pleasure to attend a book signing for designer extraordinaire, Lars Bolander and his new book, Scandinavian Design.  Written along with former House Beautiful editor Heather Smith MacIsaac, Scandinavian Design is a thoughtful and sophisticated work, giving readers an in-depth survey of the best of this celebrated genre. Bolander draws on his extensive design experience and vast historical knowledge to bring readers inspiring interiors and design, both traditional and modern.

I was delighted to meet Lars, whose light and airy classic Gustavian interiors I've admired for quite some time. The book signing took place at Nancy Corzine's beautiful shop in Southampton amongst a soft palette of upholstered furniture and antiques-the perfect spot! I was interested to learn that Scandanavian Design took over three years to research and write; a real labor of love for the designer. 

 The book is laid-out in a thoughtful, progressive manner, beginning with exterior features such as elaborate doorways and entryways and takes the reader through the interior of the home room by room with beautiful classical and modern looks in Scandinavian design. Publshed by Vendome Press, it's a lovely read and must-have reference and inspiration guide for any design library.  

 Visit tomorrow for more Scandinavian Design and a fall giveaway!