Island Whimsy

$110.00

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Description

A house by the sea should be a house of dreams. Where windows and doors are thrown open to the ocean, and gusts of cool, salty air turn us all into kids again--buoyant and joyful. Spending childhood days on the beach and in the magical, romantic chaos of her family's rambling house internationally renowned interior designer Celerie Kemble has a deep-rooted connection to the sun and surf. However, in the summer of 2004, Kemble laid eyes on a wild swath of jungle in the Dominican Republic next to minty-blue water and an endless stretch of golden sand, she fell madly in love. Over many years, she designed a home away from home there, an island retreat--a clubhouse and a grouping of family homes and guesthouses--suffused with light and air, full of indoor and outdoor rooms for relaxation. In her latest book, Island Whimsy, Kemble recounts the deeply personal and creative journey of designing Playa Grande and bringing this labor of love to life. The chapters of this book are organized around the different ways Kemble sought to braid her family's story into the larger landscape of Playa Grande and to provide inspiration, joy, and respite to all who come. Fantasy looks at the way she used whimsical, dreamlike elements--from the latticework cabanas by the pool to the lamb statues on the property who mow the lawns--throughout the property to create a sense of play and possibility. Light, Salt, Air describes how she went about bringing the most precious elements of the beach into the homes themselves, creating a feeling of flow and permeability, and reminding visitors constantly of where they are. In the Jungle looks at the design cues she took from the flora and fauna of the tropical rainforest surrounding Playa Grande to create an alluring tension between chaos and refinement. Sweet & Dark examines the surprising color combinations that tango into life in the tropics--whether in the form of tribal prints in hot Gauguin colors mixed with Jordan-almond pastels or handmade objects like a papier-m ch lobster mask that brings a shout of spirit to a room. Finally, Texture focuses on the powerful impact that thoughtfully layered materials--from rough, local coquina stone and painted antique wicker to the smooth polished cotton of Dutch wax prints--have on a space. Throughout this lovingly crafted book, ideas abound for anyone decorating a sunny home or fantasizing about spending time in one. Kemble shares inspiration for creating a sense of openness to the sea, sand, and sky; offering places to wash sandy feet or perfect viewing spots for a sunset-saturated drink; and infusing spaces with invitation, welcome, and magic.

Shipping & Returns

Exchange and Returns are available, with payment returned to a Rose St. Gift Card, which can be used for future purchases in store & online.

Refer to our return policy page for more details.

SHIPPING: WITHIN AUSTRALIA 

Standard Delivery

  • Free Standard Delivery for all orders over $150* excluding bulky & oversized items. Refer below.
  • A flat rate of $9.95 for all orders under $150

Your order will be processed and dispatched within three business days from the date your order is received.

*Excluding bulky & oversized items. Shipping rates for oversized and bulky items including but not limited to lighting, furniture, artwork, large baskets and some fragile items, will be quoted to you separately.

Express Delivery

  • A flat rate of $20* excluding bulky & oversized items. Refer below.

Your order will be processed and dispatched the next business day from the date your order is received. All parcels are posted with the terms ‘authority to leave’ which means that Australia Post will leave your parcel in the safest place/at your door if no one is home to answer.

*Excluding bulky & oversized items. Shipping rates for oversized and bulky items including but not limited to lighting, furniture, artwork, large baskets and some fragile items, will be quoted to you separately.

Click & Collect

  • At the time of checkout, simply select the option to ‘Pick-up’ and then complete your purchase. 
  • When your order is ready for collection you will receive an email notification. 
  • You can collect your order from our store at 1036 High St, Armadale (VIC).
  • Orders placed before 3pm will usually be ready to collect after 4.30pm the same day unless there is an unforeseen delay.
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Location: 1036 High Street Armadale, Victoria 3143

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