In this beautifully illustrated book, journalist, editor and stylist Susan Redman inspires design aficionados and romantics alike to escape the urban jungle for a holiday home of one’s own making in a remote or wild location. Featuring 23 beautiful properties, from architecturally sublime modern escapes and restored rustic retreats to cool cabins and charming cottages, Love Shacks provides readers with an authentic perspective as Redman delves deeply to reveal the personal stories of creative couples and individuals who have built, styled or restored their special hideaways.Redman also explores the role of design in these gorgeous getaway homes across Europe, the Americas and Australasia. The “shack” owners share their creative visions and decorating tips on how they, and you, can awaken one’s inner stylist by combing the natural environment, local markets, and vintage fairs to source love shack treasures.