A Kind of Magic Coffee Table Book | Maximalist Art & Interior Design Book

Step inside the joyful, color-drenched world of one of design's most original young talents.

A Kind of Magic: The Kaleidoscopic World of Luke Edward Hall celebrates the British designer and artist known for his playful mix of classical references, bold color, and pure fun. Published by Vendome Press in 2022, the book gathers his interiors, artwork, and writing, with photography by Billal Taright and a foreword by legendary decorator Nicky Haslam.

Hall takes you through three very personal spaces: his Cotswolds cottage, his London apartment, and his studio. Along the way he shares essays on the things that inspire him, from flowers to fashion, alongside vintage photographs and pieces from his own collections. With some 250 color illustrations and an illustrated acetate dust jacket, it is maximalism at its most charming.

Book Details

• Author: Luke Edward Hall, with photography by Billal Taright and a foreword by Nicky Haslam
• Publisher: Vendome Press
• Published: October 2022
• Format: Hardcover with illustrated acetate dust jacket, 256 pages
• Size: 9.25 x 12 inches
• Illustrations: About 250 in color
• Subjects: Interior design, decorative arts, maximalism, Luke Edward Hall
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780865654105

Styling Suggestions

• Lay it on a coffee table next to a bold ceramic vase or a bust for a nod to its classical cover
• Layer it into a colorful console stack with fashion and garden books, topped with a candle
• Prop it open on a bar cart or bookshelf to a favorite painted interior as a rotating piece of art

The Perfect Gift

A delightful gift for maximalists, interior designers, artists, and anyone who believes more is more. It makes a memorable housewarming, birthday, or holiday present for the friend whose home is full of color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Luke Edward Hall?
He is a British designer and artist known for interiors and artwork that blend classical motifs with bright color and wit. This book is a deep dive into his world.

What is inside A Kind of Magic?
256 pages covering his Cotswolds cottage, London apartment, and studio, plus essays on his inspirations, vintage photographs, and about 250 color illustrations.

Is A Kind of Magic sold in Lafayette?
Yes. You can shop it at Mood by DMJ in the Oil Center, 1120 Coolidge St., or order online with shipping across the US.

Shop in store at Mood by DMJ, 1120 Coolidge St. in Lafayette's Oil Center, or online with shipping across the US.