Praise for Natural Living by Design

One of the best new design books to buy in 2025... Illustrated by rooms from the worlds' most celebrated designers (think: Bunny Williams, Veere Grenney, and Steven Gambrel), each chapter delves into different life-enhancing techniques, from introducing natural light and color in a room to utilizing non-toxic materials. You'll want to add the recent release to your cart ASAP.
Veranda Magazine

In her new book, interior designer Melissa Penfold shows us how to create a home that rejuvenates your spirit through natural materials, thoughtful design and a deep connection to place.
Marie Claire

Welcome to MelissaLand...earthy, rich spaces that are layered in tone and texture. Her rules are Ease, Flow, Light, Nature, Timelessness, and Awe which translates to practical things like bringing in lots of daylight, sticking to natural materials, bringing nature and greenery into our homes, creating lots of storage (because mess is stress) and using colour meaningfully. And realising you can have enough.
House & Garden

The suggestions in this inspiring book are simple-but-so-rewarding
Belle Magazine

About the Author

A longtime design columnist for the Sydney Morning Herald and contributor to all of Australia's major publications, including Vogue Living, Belle, House & Garden, Marie Claire, and Harper's Bazaar, Melissa Penfold has been crowned "Queen of Style" by the country's media. Her main focus now is her digital platform: her website (melissapenfold.com), newsletter, and Instagram. Her first book, Vendome's Living Well by Design, has been widely acclaimed. She lives in Sydney, Australia.

You May Also Like

View more