With its perfect combination of new and old, romance, nostalgia and comfort, country style has universal appeal. From a converted barn in the English Cotswolds to a Mallorcan finca, and from a Russian dacha to a grand Swiss villa, the 100 fabulous interiors featured in this book will provide endless inspiration for city dwellers seeking to escape the fast pace of urban living, and committed countryside lovers contemplating the restoration or refurbishment of their rural idyll. Johanna Thornycroft describes how colour, pattern and the sympathetic use of traditional materials and finishes have been employed in each project to create a confident and relaxed style, while beautiful images by leading interiors photographer Andreas von Einsiedel bring to life the charm and character of every house. AUTHOR: Andreas von Einsiedel has specialized in interiors photography for the past 20 years, and is a regular contributor to the World of Interiors, House & Garden, Architectural Digest and other titles in the United States, Australia and Europe. He has photographed subjects for more than 20 books. Johanna Thornycroft is a freelance writer and journalist who regularly contributes design features to newspapers and interiors magazines worldwide, and the author of several books. SELLING POINTS: A delightful collection of country homes from around the world, from a farmhouse in Tuscany to a former hunting lodge near Aix-en-Provence. The ideal companion to Merrell's bestselling Dream Homes and More Dream Homes. An invaluable reference for anyone refurbishing their country home or wanting to create their ideal rural retreat. ILLUSTRATIONS 800 colour