Beauty All Around by Kendall Wilkinson with Michael Boodro

The luxuriously playful and deeply personal interiors of Kendall Wilkinson, one of the most sought-after designers on the West Coast. Kendall will be in conversation with Michael Boodro, followed by a signing.

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Pointed Leaf Press is proud to introduce Beauty All Around, a new book by the extraordinary designer Kendall Wilkinson. Wilkinson is a joyful creator, taking her clients’ dreams and transforming them into beautiful homes. As one of the most sought-after designers on the West Coast, her interiors are luxuriously playful yet always deeply personal. Inspired by generations of strong women, Wilkinson’s family history helped to form the aesthetic principles she holds today. Her new book invites the reader into Wilkinson’s world, where she is the master of dualities: traditional and contemporary, textured and smooth, shape and color, all combining into a singular body of work. This book reflects Wilkinson’s uniquely collaborative approach, where the character of the house reflects its occupants’ own passions and interests. With rich illustrations of impressive penthouses and stunning family compounds, Beauty All Around exhibits the pinnacle of luxury and holistic, subtle refinement.

A California native with a deep appreciation for the Bay Area, Kendall Wilkinson has secured a celebrated reputation in the interior design industry. Establishing her eponymous San Francisco firm in 1992, Kendall Wilkinson Design (KWD) creates bespoke residences with an emphasis on beauty and comfort.

Kendall was introduced to the world of design through her mother, who was not only an interior designer but also an art connoisseur and style setter. Her creative upbringing was instrumental in honing Kendall’s artistic vision. “I learned from my mother to appreciate the value of color, scale, and texture, and continue to draw inspiration from the fashion world.”

With a foundation of classic design sensibility, Kendall’s style continues to evolve with every project she engages. “As designers, we are informed by artistic, cultural, and technological shifts,” explains Kendall of her custom approach to interior design. KWD’s versatile team of expert designers, project managers, and creative advisors are intensely collaborative, fostering a language between architecture, interiors, and the landscapes they inhabit.

“Ultimately, it’s about bringing the vision of the client to life through creativity and service.” The firm’s portfolio, which includes both commercial and residential spaces, demonstrates this philosophy throughout.

MICHAEL BOODRO is a writer and design journalist and has been editor-in-chief of four magazines, most recently ELLE DECOR. He has hosted more than 100 episodes of the Chairish Podcast. His articles have appeared in numerous publications, including Vogue, ARTnews, Architectural Digest, and Frederick.