The design influencer behind A Spoonful of Benjamin presents an aspirational guide to transforming your living spaces into vibrant and cozy maximalist havens.
Maximalism is more than just a design trend-it's a way of life that embraces abundance and personality. Renowned interior design editor and stylist Benjamin Reynaert loves the personal, intimate interiors found in stylish yet cozy British homes, and in The Layered Home, he takes you on a journey through the principles and practices of artfully combining patterns, colors, and textures to create interiors that are as unique as you and evolve organically over time.
In this beautifully photographed book, Reynaert provides you with:
• Inspiring Home Tours: Real-life examples of stunning maximalist homes, with insights from the homeowners and designers who created them
• Step-by-Step Guides: Detailed instructions on layering patterns, mixing colors, and creating cohesive yet eclectic interiors
• Expert Tips: Professional advice on sourcing unique pieces, balancing bold elements, and avoiding common pitfalls
With Reynaert's guidance, you'll learn how to curate a home that tells your story, filled with warmth, character, and endless visual interest. Benjamin Reynaert runs his own studio focusing on interior styling and creative direction, where he directs editorial shoots, develops visual branding languages, and creates product. He has held top editorial posts and contributes regularly to publications including Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Domino, House Beautiful and Veranda. With a BFA and bachelor's in architecture from Rhode Island School of Design, he is a contributing editor at Frederic Magazine and is a co-founding board member of the Asian American Pacific Islander Design Alliance (AAPIDA).
