Surrounding yourself with beautiful things brings joy. We’d like to introduce you to six recently published interior design books in which furnishings, design, and architecture take center stage.
Entryways of Milan. Ingressi di Milano. 45th Ed.
This book is dedicated to the 144 most beautiful foyers and entrance halls in Milan. It showcases works by the city’s famous architects, such as Giovanni Muzio, Gio Ponti, Piero Portaluppi, and Luigi Caccia Dominioni, as well as works by lesser-known architects that are equally masterful. Close-ups of tiles, mosaics, handrails, and door handles alternate with wide-angle views that perfectly capture the special ambiance and unique character of each foyer.
In their accompanying texts, Penny Sparke, Fabrizio Ballabio, Lisa Hockemeyer, Daniel Sherer, Brain Kish, and Grazia Signori explain the art-historical and architectural details of these ingressi, identify the materials and furnishings, and shed light on the socio-historical context.
Homes for Our Time. Sustainable Living
Driven by climate change, architecture is redefining the rules of sustainability. *Sustainable Living* takes readers on a journey across all continents and through all climate zones, showing how sustainable building can work. To this end, each of the 63 chapters opens the windows and doors of a unique residential building whose design is inspired by the challenges and opportunities of a warming planet with finite resources.The book showcases homes designed to leave the smallest possible ecological footprint throughout their entire life cycle: from the extraction of materials to their return to natural cycles. The focus is on energy-efficient building envelopes, resource-conserving construction methods, recycled and biodegradable materials, and designs that respond to the sun, wind, and rain.
The result is a comprehensive documentary overview of sustainable building practices, in which architects—from Norman Foster to the firm Snøhetta—reveal their strategies for protecting ecological systems.
Dopamine Style
Dopamine is the “feel-good” hormone that affects our mood and behavior. It helps us feel joy, boosts motivation, and improves our concentration. Dopamine decorating is therefore all about stimulating these neurotransmitters to evoke joy and showcase your personal style. In this book, interior designer Rachel Verney (aka @the_shoestring_home) not only explains the basic principles of dopamine decorating but also shares creative ideas and tips on how to turn your own four walls into a mood-boosting home. The book also includes color theory and DIY projects for every budget.
Living Heritage
This impressive large-format coffee-table book explores historic homes around the world. From bohemian-chic warehouses and medieval townhouses to modernized monasteries, it showcases how contemporary interior styles harmonize with architectural heritage. Set against the backdrop of vibrant urban environments, the book offers inspiration for designers, homeowners, and travelers who want to experience the charm and character of historic city centers around the world.
Norman Foster. Works
Written and compiled by Norbert Foster himself, this monograph provides an overview of the British star architect’s life’s work. In richly illustrated essays, Foster—one of the most significant architects of the modern era—presents 90 of his remarkable projects, such as Apple Park in Cupertino, the Reichstag in Berlin, and the Millau Viaduct in France. At the same time, the book offers rare insights into the evolving work environments of Foster + Partners, from a modest apartment in Hampstead in the 1960s to today’s spacious, light-filled studio overlooking the Thames.
The World Atlas of Soccer Stadiums
This illustrated book is a truly unique coffee-table book that showcases the 1,000 most famous, historically significant, modern, and spectacular soccer stadiums around the world. Breathtaking images, a detailed look at their history, anecdotes, and unique insights bring these individual stadiums to life—not just for soccer fans.
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