Our bookshelves have never looked more beautiful thanks to the inspiring books being released in 2023. This year's roster of new design books is filled with literary riches, from major monographs to dazzling debuts. Art-world leader and designer Michael Diaz-Griffith takes us into the exuberant homes of young collectors in his forthcoming book. Gracious hostess Stephanie Stokes shows readers how to create their own transportive tablescape, while floral artist Gabriela Salazar reveals all her flower-arranging secrets in her newest book. Designers James Boyd Niven and Heidi Callier break onto the literary scene with their respective debuts that showcase their signature styles. And, that's just the beginning of this season's offerings.
Here, we've selected our picks for the best new design books of 2023. We are sure one (or two) of these phenomenal reads will be making their way into your book collection in no time.
Step inside the youthful and vibrant world of British-Argentinian interior designer James Boyd Niven. His first book showcases the young designer's ability to give traditional design elements a fresh look while infusing every space with a touch of South American flair.
James Boyd Niven: Interior Design debuts on October 17, 2023.
As a purveyor of 20th-century design, Galerie Half is considered one of the best antique and vintage furniture shops in the country. This. volume is a love letter to designer enthusiasts with a curated collection of interiors that celebrate one-of-a-kind antiques.
Galerie Half: Selected Works / Spaces debuts on October 17, 2023.
VERANDA's latest book, written by Stephanie Hunt, is a celebration of global design that embodies elegance and elevated ease. The dazzling collection welcomes readers into 30 spectacular homes around the world that are all chic and oh-so-livable.
VERANDA: Simply Chic debuts on October 10, 2023.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
4
Living Tradition: The Architecture and Urbanism of Hugh Petter
4
Living Tradition: The Architecture and Urbanism of Hugh Petter
An authority on traditional architecture, Hugh Petter gives a behind-the-scenes look at some of his most famous projects from his new addition at Trinity College to his master plan for the Duchy of Cornwall. Featuring photography from Dylan Thomas, the new survey is a love letter to classical British architecture and craft.
Living Tradition: The Architecture and Urbanism of Hugh Petter debuts on October 5, 2023.
5
Alexa Hampton: Design, Style, and Influence
Decorator Alexa Hampton offers an intimate look into her own journey in the design world with her latest book. The photographed memoir illustrates Hampton's personal history and pays homage to the figures that inspired her along the way.
Alexa Hampton: Design, Style, and Influence debuts on October 3, 2023.
6
The Interiors of Laura Gonzalez: A Certain Atmosphere
Architect and designer Laura Gonzalez is adding "author" to her resume with her exuberant debut monograph. The volume showcases the Paris-based decorator mix-match style that celebrates color and pattern. Readers get exclusive tours Gonzalez’s most-acclaimed projects like the Cartier mansion in New York and the designer's own private French country house.
The Interiors of Laura Gonzalez: A Certain Atmosphere debuts on October 3, 2023.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
7
A House That Made History: The Illinois Governors Mansion, Legacy of an Architectural Treasure
7
A House That Made History: The Illinois Governors Mansion, Legacy of an Architectural Treasure
Now 42% Off
Interior designer Michael S. Smith is not afraid to take on high-profile projects—he decorated the White House during the Obama presidency after all. For his latest grand project, the designer collaborated with First Lady MK Pritzker to revitalize the interiors of the famed Illinois Governor’s Mansion. A House That Made History offers an exclusive look into the entire restoration process and the home's fabled history.
A House That Made History: The Illinois Governors Mansion, Legacy of an Architectural Treasure debuts on October 3, 2023.
8
Star Style: Interiors of Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the go-to designer of the Hollywood elite, masterfully blends eclecticism and sophistication in every design project he takes on. Bullard's latest book showcases this "star-style" through tours of celebrity homes, from Cher’s Malibu mansion to Kylie Jenner’s Hidden Hills home.
Star Style: Interiors of Martyn Lawrence Bullard debuts on October 3, 2023.
Kelly Wearstler is known across the world for her evocative, theatrical style, mixing vintage furniture and silhouettes with contemporary color and verve. Synchronicity profiles seven of Wearstler's most eye-catching residential and hospitality designs with never-before-seen photography and exclusive commentary.
Kelly Wearstler: Synchronicity debuts on October 3, 2023.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
One of the preeminent architectural firms in the nation, Peter Pennoyer Architects developed a signature style that honors the principles of classical architecture in fresh, modern ways. City and Country highlight 20 of the firm's projects, spanning from country houses to city apartments, that all play off their location while remaining grounded in tradition.
Peter Pennoyer Architects: City | Country debuts in October 2023.
11
Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration
Step into the world of Ralph Lauren. This special volume details the evolution of the renowned designer's influence on interiors and the way we live. Discover how Lauren seamlessly blends fashion and the home with a visual timeline of his remarkable history within the lifestyle arena.
Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration debuts on September 26, 2023.
British designer John Stefanidis has garnered attention from design enthusiasts around the world since the moment he established his eponymous firm in 1967. This highly anticipated monograph looks at 50 years of Stefanidis's work, showcasing his penchant for color and impeccable craftsmanship.
John Stefanidis: A Designer's Eye debuts on September 26, 2023.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
Design historian Emily Evans Eerdmans delivers an in-depth look at the design tricks and decorative life of Mario Buatta in this new authoritative assessment. The book follows the evolution of one of America’s most famous interior decorators from his humble beginnings to his very last projects.
Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator debuts on September 26, 2023.
14
Home: The Residential Architecture of D. Stanley Dixon
This highly anticipated debut spotlights the award-winning work of Southern architect Stan Dixon. With a foreword by Charlotte Moss, this collection of the architect's understated yet impactful work is filled with lessons that readers can apply to the decoration of their own homes.
Home: The Residential Architecture of D. Stanley Dixon debuts on September 26, 2023.
15
A Year in the French Style: Interiors & Entertaining by Antoinette Poisson
15
A Year in the French Style: Interiors & Entertaining by Antoinette Poisson
Vincent Farelly and Jean-Baptiste Martin, the creative duo behind Antoinette Poisson, welcome guests into their historic French townhouse in their latest book release. The Paris-based designers show readers how they entertain, giving insight and advice on how to host the French way.
A Year in the French Style: Interiors & Entertaining by Antoinette Poisson debuts on September 19, 2023.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
16
Timeless by Design: Designing Rooms with Comfort, Style, and a Sense of History
16
Timeless by Design: Designing Rooms with Comfort, Style, and a Sense of History
Now 38% Off
Designer Nina Farmer has made a splash in the design world with her classically-informed interiors. Timeless by Design offers insight into the decorative world of the rising design star with informative essays and exclusive looks at nine extraordinary projects by Farmer.
Timeless by Design: Designing Rooms with Comfort, Style, and a Sense of History debuts on September 19, 2023.
British designer Jake Arnold has made a name for himself in the States with his signature style that mixes English sensibility with the relaxed California lifestyle. In his first book, Arnold gives an inside look into his own design philosophy, taking readers into nine homes that blend elegance and chic minimalism.
Jake Arnold: Redefining Comfort debuts on September 12, 2023.
18
Worlds of Wonder: Richard Hallberg Interiors
In his debut monograph, Richard Hallberg chronicles his extraordinary design process and why he is not afraid to break a few rules along the way. Each house tour featured in the book showcases how the California-based decorator flawlessly mixes materials and objets d'art to produce spaces that ooze with comfort and beauty.
Worlds of Wonder: Richard Hallberg Interiors debuts on September 12, 2023.
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
19
The One Day Box: A Life-Changing Love of Home
British interior designer Flora Soames has made waves in the design scene for years with her exuberant and maximalist approach to the English country aesthetic. Her newest book Soames explores the concept of home and how certain objects can evoke so much emotion and sentiment.
The One Day Box: A Life-Changing Love of Home debuts on September 5, 2023.
Designer and writer David Netto turns his attention to his own work in his first monograph. Through vivid photography and witty commentary, Netto details the design process behind 20 different projects, ranging from mountain getaways to city apartments.
David Netto debuts on September 5, 2023.
Sarah DiMarco
Associate Editor
Sarah DiMarco (she/her) is the associate editor at VERANDA, covering all things design, architecture, art, gardens, jewelry, travel, wine and spirits. She also manages social media for the brand.
