Written by Richard Christiansen, the founder of Flamingo Estate, The Guide to Becoming Alive (Chronicle Books, 2024) is “part manifesto, part memoir.” It presents Christiansen’s 15 pleasure principles – shaped by his close relationship with nature – along with his personal wellness rituals. An invitation to his home, the richly illustrated book offers hundreds of images his estate’s gardens, grounds, and interiors. Conversations with Christiansen’s friends and role models are also featured, from Martha Stewart and Kelly Wearstler to John Legend and Jane Goodall.
Written by Richard Christiansen, the founder of Flamingo Estate, The Guide to Becoming Alive (Chronicle Books, 2024) is “part manifesto, part memoir.” It presents Christiansen’s 15 pleasure principles – shaped by his close relationship with nature – along with his personal wellness rituals. An invitation to his home, the richly illustrated book offers hundreds of images his estate’s gardens, grounds, and interiors. Conversations with Christiansen’s friends and role models are also featured, from Martha Stewart and Kelly Wearstler to John Legend and Jane Goodall.