Anouska Hempel

"Anouska Hempel is the founder and creative force behind Anouska Hempel Design, her London-based studio that is invovled in architecture, interior, product, graphic, and landscape design on four continents. This book is a window onto the creative mind of Hempel, one of today's most celebrated and influential designers. The book explores the sources of her inspiration and presents tetailed surveys of her luxurious yet idiosyncratic designs. Its lavish spreads showcase her signature brand of comfortable luxury that combines grand "big picture" views with attention to the smallest detail. Most famous for her three significant and groundbreaking boutique hotels - Blakes London, Blakes Amsterdam, and the Hempel - she brings a sense of high style and understated extravagance to anything she touches." -- Inside front book jacket flap.