by Penny Drue Baird (Author)
PowerHouse: Interior Designs for Self, Style, and Sanctuary invites readers into distinctive homes across the United States, each an expression of its owner's spirit and style. Known for her "couture" approach, Baird combines design expertise with psychology to create homes that are stylish, functional, and personally empowering. This volume showcases contemporary and traditional homes, from New York City apartments to Hamptons retreats, mountain getaways, and West Coast deserts. Baird's design process blends location, look and feel, and personality, tailoring each home to its owner's needs.
Key Features:
- Personal sanctuaries: Translating client needs into expressive spaces
- Sumptuous images: Lavish photography capturing elegant interiors
- Psychological underpinning: Exploring how atmosphere affects wellbeing
- Trend-free style: Timeless materials and design details
- Behind-the-scenes: Insights on sourcing furnishings
- Distinctive locations: Projects span New York City; the Hamptons; La Quinta, CA; Montecito, CA; Vail, CO; Williamstown, MA; Cresskill, NJ; and Atherton, CA
Each chapter explores how environment fosters wellbeing and personal expression.