Caroline Gidiere is an acclaimed interior designer and tastemaker based in Birmingham, Alabama. Isabel Parra is an interiors photographer whose work has appeared in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and many other periodicals.
""Rising star Caroline Gidiere gives new life to traditional American design in her first book, Interiors for a Life in Good Taste. Not only does the book give insider looks at some of Gidiere’s most celebrated projects, it also showcases her ethos on entertaining and living well. Hostess ideas and tricks are also sprinkled throughout each chapter, from how to stock your bar to the right way to how to outfit a guest room."" — Veranda ""For pure prettiness and pleasure, you needn’t look any further than Birmingham, Alabama, designer Caroline Gidiere’s first book. Filled with beautiful details, she shares her appealing aesthetic, but also practical tips and inspiring ideas ..."" — Frederic Magazine ""Caroline Gidiere’s design aesthetic is a modern take on traditional interiors,...."" — Hello Lovely Studio ""…offers a fresh take on living well, brought to life through the lens of classic American interior design. Gidiere's approach blends timeless elegance with modern sensibilities, drawing inspiration from a rich lineage of celebrated Southern designers."" — Curated Texan ""Through A Life in Good Taste, Caroline offers a fresh perspective on classic American interior design and practical advice on living well in the modern world. She not only presents her decorating capabilities but also shares her talents as a hostess, giving ideas on how to live and entertain. "" — The Glam Pad ""Each section offers in-depth information on topics that include setting the table, keeping houseplants, stocking the bar, outfitting a guest room, and being party-ready. Gidiere’s aesthetic salutes interior design of the past, while interpreting it for our lives today."" — The Tartan Topiary