Upstate: Living Spaces with Space to Live

by Lisa Przystup, Sarah Elliott (Photographer)

This inspiring collection of compelling and characterful interiors will have city and country dwellers alike dreaming of carving out a personal haven far beyond the big city. Through two hundred newly commissioned photographs and engaging profiles of twelve unique, personal, and creative interiors on both sides of the Hudson, Upstate features a variety of spaces - from tranquil minimalist retreats to exuberant small-town residences. Among them are a farmhouse of globetrotting food photographers, a lavender-hued Victorian brimming with eclectic curios, a striking cottage with modern furnishings and elegant Georgian bones, and the country-house-on-acid of an artist and art director, complete with giant mushroom side tables and permanently installed party streamers. Shared by these distinctive spaces is a common approach to decoration that centers on collections gradually accumulated, delights in the handmade, embraces the beauty in imperfection, and values comfort and character above all.

Genres: Design, Nonfiction

224 pages, Hardcover

First published October 27, 2020

Reviews

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love books and magazines that feature houses. Since I live upstate, this one called out to me from the library shelf. The photographs were great, as was the commentary: just enough to introduce you to a house and its owners but not overwhelm.

I was reminded that we are all so different in what we like. I am often amazed at what people love, what they collect, and deliberately surround themselves with.

Although there were many interesting features, I cannot say that I really liked any of the houses. However, the photographic view into the houses themselves, and the thoughts of the owners was nicely done.