Thanks to social media we are bombarded by perfect interiors images that aren’t attainable
because they have been styled to the point where they bear no resemblance to reality. These
interiors may be stunning but they aren’t an honest reflection of how we really live. Life
Unstyled is about taking inspiration from real homes that are beautiful creative and
inspiring but at the same time a little rough around the edges with signs of everyday life
evident throughout. The first section Homes Unstyled sets out Emily's manifesto for creating
a stylish home that is beautiful but lived in. A Home is Never Done advocates allowing space to
evolve gradually so it is an ever-changing expression of your tastes and interests. Work with
What You’ve Got suggests ways to make the most of the home you have rather than yearning for
unattainable perfection. Signs of Life offers ideas for wrangling papers clutter and other
stuff Creative Clutter tackles collections and displays while Break the Rules rejects style
diktats and shows how individuality can bring a home to life. The second section ‘People Live
Here’ visits real-life homes that may not be Insta-perfect yet display incredible style and
creativity and reflect their owners’ needs tastes and talents. And throughout the book quick
fixes DIY makes and ‘Every Home Should Have…’ boxes offer creative solutions with unique
results.
