The Illustrated Collection Of Inspiring Ideas For Creating Serenity And Tranquillity In The Home And Garden The Pace And Pressures Of Our Modern Lives Allow Little Time To Indulge In Moments Of Quiet Relaxation. When We Do Get The Precious Chance To Unwind, Our Surroundings Greatly Influence The Success We Have In Silencing The Hum Of Troubled Thoughts. Quiet Places Offers Inspirational And Practical Ideas For Creating Areas Of Tranquillity Inside The Home, As Well As In The Garden And The Workplace. The Secret Is To Free The Imagination, By Following The Basic Principles Of Simplicity, Harmony And Apt Association And Using The Right Choices Of Shape, Light And Shade, Patterns Texture, Colour, Greenery And Fragrance - By Adopting The Suggestions In This Book, Anyone Can Create An Ideal Haven For Reflection, Reading, Writing, Leisure Interests And Friendly Or Intimate Moments. More Than 150 Sumptuous Colour Illustrations Show Embellishments And Arrangements That Perfectly Capture A Mood Of Peace And Serenity.