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In House + Flower, Cynthia Zamaria immerses the readerin her creative process sharing how she infuses gardens, flowers and other elements of nature into sensitive home design. Through engaging photography and a welcoming narrative, this book inspires us to celebrate living environments as expressions of our personal style while also embracinga home's unique soul. With a passion for character-filled spaces, carefree floral displays, and an appreciation for vintage and artisanal objects, Cynthia's approach is timely,yet timeless. Readers are invited to see the potential in their own homes through the reimagined interiors and exteriors of the many Toronto-area residences she and her husband, Graham, have restored over the years. 'Here are houses found, embraced, personified and embodied by the spirit of the author. Cynthia gives the same generous passion to her homes as she does to her readers.' Deborah Needleman, Author of The Perfectly Imperfect Home and co-author of the Domino Book of Decorating
List of contents
11 Foreword13 Preface
15 Introduction
18 Homes Have Souls
45 You Do You
89 Mother Nature is the Original Stylist
116 Trend Less
141 Epilogue
About the author
A popular home and garden creative, Cynthia Zamaria is known for her accessible approach to character-filled spaces and carefree flower displays. Recently recognized as a
Country Home Magazine Style Maker, Zamaria’s work is regularly featured in leading international lifestyle and shelter media, including HGTV,
Domino, Apartment Therapy, Country Living, Homes & Gardens, House & House, and
Style at Home. With an infectious, optimistic spirit and a belief that we all need more beautiful in our lives, she shares inspiration as a writer, photographer, stylist and presenter.
Summary
Through engaging photography, and Cynthia Zamaria's approachable personal narrative, explore the art of reviving old gardens and aging homes. Cynthia takes her reader through the process as she and husband Graham restore the interior settings and exterior spaces of their seventh residence, Leuty, and reflects on other lessons learned from coaxing new life into other properties in and around Toronto.
