Retreat: Inspired Homes and Ways of Living

From the bush to the beach and mountain ranges in between, Retreat: Inspired Homes and Ways of Living showcases 24 unique homes far from the city limits. No longer reserved for travelers and retirees, the great escape is a dream realized by many busy professionals who crave more space and a slower pace while maintaining their careers.

Aside from the uniqueness of the homes, including a Balinese villa, a ski ranch in the Sonoran Desert and a converted bus called Gloria, Retreat also delves into how the owners’ lifestyles have changed.

What compels someone to pursue a tree-change is at the heart of this book and design expert Lucy Glade-Wright, who swapped her city life for a cabin in an idyllic coastal town, is the perfect guide.

Featuring Q&As with the homeowners, Lucy’s inspirational styling ideas that can be replicated at home, and stunning photography, Retreat proves greener pastures take various forms and that creating a happier balance might be closer than you think.

Lucy Glade-Wright is one of Australia’s most recognisable faces in home and interior design. With over 15 years of experience in design, creative direction and styling, Lucy is best known as a presenter and designer for online design publication, Hunting for George. It is her absolute pleasure to be able to present unique homes and stories with exclusive access into some of Australia’s best designer homes.