Often described as the "English country house whisperer," Alec Cobbe reveals the enduring design principles of venerable old estates that can inspire today's homes.
This book is essential reading for admirers of the historic English country house as well as anyone seeking to bring authentic British style into their own home. From his own distinguished residence, Hatchlands Park in Surrey, to some of Britain's most iconic estates--including Castle Howard, Knole, Goodwood, and Petworth--Cobbe draws on more than fifty years of unparalleled knowledge and expertise in historical detail, conservation, and interior restoration. This book offers rare access to some of the most important homes in the United Kingdom and Ireland, illuminating the stories of the houses and the lives lived within them.
