This fall offers a bumper crop of exciting new design books that have the power to transport us to other countries and centuries, step into incredible spaces dreamed up by talented designers, and gather endless inspiration for our own homes, gardens, and travel plans. From artful era-spanning compendiums to unforgettable decorator monographs, these are the most anticipated volumes on our reading lists.
FREDERIC: The Last Word in Chic
by Dara Caponigro
FREDERIC’s very own editor-in-chief Dara Caponigro has compiled the very best of the magazine’s features along with never-before-seen images from our archives. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in what it takes to create enduring style.
$85, phaidon.com
An English Vision
by Ben Pentreath
Over the past two decades, British architect and designer Ben Pentreath has developed a fresh, compelling vernacular of English country style. In this beautiful volume, written and photographed by Pentreath himself, he explores his homes and projects, his inspirations, and the layered classicism that underlies his timeless interiors.
$60, rizzolibookstore.com
Ashe Leandro
by Ariel Ashe and Reinaldo Leandro
Design duo Ashe Leandro has catapulted into the A list of designers with striking interiors that span styles and bring a fresh perspective to modernism for a star-studded clientele. Their first monograph shows how their work deftly merges cross-cultural influences including Southern American, Native American, and European design.
$65, barnesandnoble.com
Forever Beautiful
by Mark D. Sikes
In his latest book, Mark D. Sikes examines what constitutes “American style.” Filled with the designer’s trademark easygoing-yet-elevated mix of patterns and colors with a California twist, Forever Beautiful is a celebration of classic—and lasting—style.
$45, barnesandnoble.com
Island Dreaming
by Amanda Lindroth
Bahamas-based designer Amanda Lindroth’s second book showcases 20 new projects focused on coastal living, where luscious colors and inviting prints reign supreme. Her book is the next best thing to jetting away on an island vacation.
$75, amazon.com
Southern Interiors: A Celebration of Personal Style
by Tori Mellott with Mario López-Cordero
Style editor Tori Mellott’s debut book is a lush, captivating journey through the brimming-with-creativity homes of more than two dozen Southerners in the arts, interior design, and fashion. Through its thought-provoking interviews, the book examines how Southern style has been reinterpreted for the modern era.
$75, barnesandnoble.com
The Young Man and the Tree: Fernando Wong Landscape Design
by Tim Johnson
Fernando Wong’s first book is a deeply personal exploration of his celebrated career as a landscape designer, written by his partner, Tim Johnson. Filled with luxurious private gardens, his lushly layered designs include garden follies, sculpture gardens, pools, and more.
$75, amazon.com
Isabel López-Quesada: Town & Country
by Isabel López-Quesada and Miguel Flores Vianna
For her second monograph, Spanish designer Isabel López-Quesada explores the dichotomy between town and country through beautifully designed residences. Evocative photographs by Miguel Flores-Vianna capture thoughtful, sophisticated rooms and details guaranteed to spark the imagination.
$75, barnesandnoble.com
Michael S. Smith: Classic By Design
by Michael S. Smith with Andrew Ferren
Sumptuous and steeped in history, Michael S. Smith’s interiors have proven staying power. In Classic by Design, Smith examines the threads that knit his designs together, demonstrating how to create a space that feels both modern and dramatic.
$75, rizzolibookstore.com
At Home in France: Inspiration and Style in Town and Country
by Timothy Corrigan
With an eye for the exceptional, designer Timothy Corrigan invites readers into his own two historic properties in France: an apartment in Paris and a château in the countryside. Corrigan examines the allure of French design and the shares the best spots for antiquing, visiting, and tips for entertaining with French élan.
$65, barnesandnoble.com
Elizabeth Roberts Architects: Collected Stories
by Elizabeth Roberts
Brooklyn-based architect Elizabeth Roberts has become a favorite of designers and celebrities alike with her considered, modern approach toward traditional architecture. Her first book reveals the ever-evolving narrative behind 20 of her projects, from Brooklyn townhouses to Connecticut farmhouses.
$65, barnesandnoble.com
Artful Home
by Josh Young
Though young himself, artist and designer Josh Young has amassed a devoted following. His first book showcases his own Washington, D.C., townhouse and Virginia country house, offering insights into his sunny, light-handed approach to modern classicism.
$55, rizzolibookstore.com
The World of Atelier Vime: A Renaissance of Wicker and Style
by Benoît Rauzy and Anthony Watson
The founders of Atelier Vime, Benoît Rauzy and Anthony Watson, have revived the art of wicker weaving and spurred a remarkable resurgence in the craft. Their first book dives into the history of wicker, their own artisanal practice, and beautiful homes across France featuring wicker in all its many forms.
$75, barenesandnoble.com
In Stitches: The Enchanting World of Coral & Tusk
by Stephanie Housley
Started as a personal project by textile industry veteran Stephanie Housley, home accessories brand Coral & Tusk has become a beloved resource for exquisitely stitched heirlooms for all ages. In her first book, Housley’s charming, one-of-a-kind, animal-centric style is illustrated from sketch to final product in a beautifully bound keepsake with a stitched fabric cover.
$58, coralandtusk.com
The Savage Style
by Jonathan Savage
An expert in balancing bold style with simplicity, Nashville–based designer Jonathan Savage delineates his design principles and offers advice on how to successfully collaborate with an interior designer in his new book.
$50, barnesandnoble.com
Inside Paris
by Ricardo Labougle
Photographer Ricardo Labougle invites us inside some of the most creative tastemakers’ spaces behind Paris’s historic facades. From Jacques Grange to Vincent Darré, these design icons’ homes are nothing short of extraordinary.
$80, abramsbooks.com
Cullman & Kravis: Interiors
by Elissa Cullman
The latest and most comprehensive book from legendary design firm Cullman & Kravis features their signature bold traditionalism, enlivened with modern art and exquisite details.
$65, barnesandnoble.com
Interiors Styled by Mieke ten Have
by Mieke ten Have
By homing in on her key principles—color theory, pattern play, wild versus tame, and flowers for each season—renowned stylist Mieke ten Have shares what it takes to take a space from ordinary to extraordinary. Brimming with styling tips and stunning floral arrangements, her book offers invaluable advice for making your interiors shine.
$50, amazon.com
Rosario Candela & The New York Apartment 1927–1937
by David Netto, Paul Goldberger, and Peter Pennoyer
In New York, one searches for an apartment the way others search for romantic partners. Among the most coveted buildings are the prewar designs of architect Rosario Candela. In this latest book on his work, luminaries David Netto, Peter Pennoyer, and Paul Goldberger examine what has made his apartments so elegantly livable.
$85, barnesandnoble.com
Alexander Girard: Let the Sun In
by Todd Oldham and Kiera Coffee
Alexander Girard helped both define and revolutionize midcentury style, from his textiles for Herman Miller to his rebranding of Braniff Airways, leaving a lasting imprint on American design. In this colorful and extensive monograph, another American icon, fashion designer Todd Oldham, explores the vast legacy of Girard’s designs.
$125, phaidon.com
Henri Bendel and the Worlds He Fashioned
by Tim Allis
Many iconic department stores have graced Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue, but few have had the lasting impact of Henri Bendel. Even if you never experienced the beloved institution firsthand, Tim Allis’s book will leave you inspired and nostalgic for the singular creativity of this extraordinary store.
$35, barnesandnoble.com
The Crafted World of Wharton Esherick
by Sarah Archer
Our hyper-technological age seems like the right time for a renewed appreciation of Wharton Esherick’s idiosyncratic, highly crafted, sculptural furniture. A pivotal figure in 20th-century art, craft, and design, this book examines his house, which is now a museum—and a self-proclaimed “autobiography in three dimensions.”
$65, rizzolibookstore.com
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