London is the capital of cool, full of famous artists, photographers, musicians, writers, decorators, designers, architects, and film-makers-and here is a chance to sneak into their homes! Arranged progressively by color, the rich, detailed full-page photos featured here take the reader on a whirlwind tour of the town, exploring a wide range of architecture and interior design.About the Series:More bang for your buck! "... a fast-food, high-energy fix on the topic at hand." The New York Times Book ReviewAbout the editor:Angelika Taschen studied art history and German literature in Heidelberg, gaining her doctorate in 1986. Working for TASCHEN since 1987, she has published numerous titles on architecture, photography, design, contemporary art, interiors, and travel.About the photographer:About the photographer: Simon Upton is an accomplished interiors photographer. He contributes to a wide range of international newspapers and magazines (World of Interiors, House & Garden, Elle Décor) and his work has featured in several books.About the author:Jane Edwards trained in fashion, journalism and photography at London's St. Martins School of Art but changed her direction to interiors during the 1990s. She has been a contributing editor to Elle Decoration among other magazines.