In his first book, our founder, architectural historian, eco ‘worrier’ and colourman Edward Bulmer takes readers on an in-depth tour of his work in some of Britain’s finest homes including Althorp, Goodwood, Pitshill House and Broughton Hall, along with his own stunning Queen Anne manor house, Court of Noke.
Edward Bulmer is part of a new generation of designers working on historical houses with an eye on designs that appeal to contemporary families and active lifestyles while at the same time respecting the classical traditions that have made the British country house style so popular today. With a modern eye, Bulmer combines his love for the well-worn and timeless, with natural textures as well as rich new color palettes and finishes, as embodied by his line of all-natural, toxic-free paints that embrace both traditional and eclectic tastes.
Published by Rizzoli, Foreword by The Duchess of Richmond
Photography by Paul Whitbread
*If you wish to receive a signed copy by Edward upon purchase, please do let us know and we would be more than happy to accommodate this. Email us on info@edwardbulmerpaint.co.uk with details of the name.
“I think the book is amazing!!!! Just fabulous - so so enjoyable to swim around in, and a fascinating read too. Hugely impressive!!!!!! And of course I'm pleased as Punch about my pictures being included - brilliantly super for me!!! It's an astonishing book, really. You've touched the sky.”
Sandy Mallet
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