The Layered Interior is Greg Natale's book on layering, the process of curating and editing elements into warm, welcoming rooms. It covers eight in-depth projects photographed by Anson Smart. Written in Natale's personable style.

Layering is one of those design ideas that sounds obvious and turns out to be difficult. It means combining vintage and contemporary furniture, lighting, artwork, ornaments and accents with colour and pattern until a room has character rather than merely a scheme, and getting the balance wrong is easy.

This goes deeper into Natale's method than his previous books, working through eight residences from concept and inspiration to the finishes, furnishings and accessories. The examples include a modern palazzo on Brisbane River full of arches and gilt, so the projects are Australian rather than borrowed from northern hemisphere magazines. Anson Smart's photography carries the visual side. Useful whether you are planning a room or simply want a good book on a coffee table.