Expressive Interiors – Jo Berryman

A certain kind of alchemy takes place when you decorate from the heart and style with conviction.

In Expressive Interiors, designer Jo Berryman celebrates a sense of adventure and self-expression in decoration. Jo opens the door to a selection of her own projects as well as paying tribute to other interiors that embrace authenticity over conventionality, personal connections over material possessions and natural accents over costly works of art. From Margate, England to Ibiza, Spain, Jo and photographer Bénédicte Drummond visit homes that combine glamour with originality and pay homage to a playful spirit in decoration. Expressive Interiors encourages the reader to venture out of their decorative comfort zone and revel in the sense of freedom that ensues. Alongside this captivating visual odyssey, Jo provides a comprehensive sourcing list and a practical guide on realising the fundamentals of her style.

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Review
What we particularly love about this book is the encouragement that Jo offers to be bold and expressive, in her Introduction she states;

‘Expressive Interiors celebrates those who seek authenticity over conventionality and meaningful connections over material possessions. Whether arranging photographs or objets d’art with meticulous care or unleashing creativity with the wild abandon of an abstract painter, there are no ‘shoulds’ here. This book celebrates a sense of self-expression thriving within the sanctuary of one’s own home.’

This wonderful book is packed full of uplifting and inspiring examples of how to express your individuality creatively within your own home whatever your budget.

With stunning photography by Bénédicte Drummond every page sings with so many beautiful sources of inspiration, from examples within Jo’s own home, to the homes where she has collaborated with the owners, to other examples of interiors. There are also comprehensive details throughout the book of sources of materials and designs.

At a time when we are often encouraged to reduce the contents in our home, this delightful book richly illustrates the joy of displaying art, personal collections and the power of using colour and texture in creating homes that celebrate us as individuals, providing a welcoming and peaceful escape from the world. 

Very highly recommended! One of our Favourite Interiors books of 2024!

Expressive Interiors by Jo Berryman, published by CICO Books (£35) Photography by Bénédicte Drummond © CICO Books