The Romantic Minimalist

'Atlanta and Dave's unique blend of nostalgic romanticism combined with a thoughtful approach to sustainability and slow living, makes this book a dream for anyone interested in how to live with vintage and antiques without succumbing to clutter or consumerism.' Paula Sutton - Hill House Vintage 'A book for those who fall between the all-out riot that is maximalism and the rigidity of minimalism, the authors lead you gently down a middle path where it's about layering textures to create comfort and character without overwhelming the senses. If there is such a thing as mindful decorating this is it.' Kate Watson-Smyth - Mad About the House 'Atlanta and Dave have a unique talent to build, rework and decorate properties with a functional and romantic flow. Using reclaimed and authentic elements is a signature of their work and creates charming and timeless homes.' Rachel Ashwell - Founder of Shabby Chic 'Atlanta and Dave prove that their beautiful beachy aesthetic is easy to achieve in this stylish book, which is a celebration of pared back, timeless interiors. I'd love to live in every one.' Sarah Tomczak - Editor in Chief Red Magazine 'I have admired Atlanta and Dave for many years! They stand as a true trailblazers in British vintage interiors. Her aesthetic exudes a sense of timeless beauty and sophistication.' Pearl Lowe In this timely interiors book, design duo Atlanta Bartlett and Dave Coote explore a new type of minimalism. The emphasis is on appreciating the imperfect, encouraging self-expression and never compromising on comfort. This new minimalism has romance and nostalgia at its heart. It celebrates the plain and simple things in life; loves old, time-worn treasures; shuns materialism in favour of sustainability and creates a home to soothe the soul. The book includes stunningly photographed case studies of homes, alongside chapters on topics ranging from colour usage and storage, to sustainability and sourcing found objects from nature. This is the perfect manual for curating elegant and soothing living spaces.