The 30 Best New Design Books in 2024

Artist, designer, and tastemaker Josh Young thrives to show readers how to create a uniquely breathtaking home in his literary debut. The book is divided into five guiding principles (palette, texture, form, layers, and nostalgia) that Young follows when designing his homes in a modern classical style. Plus, readers get a never-before-seen look into his country house, Sycamore House, in Virginia.

In his third book of the Beautiful trilogy, decorator Mark D. Sikes takes us through a year of classic American design. Each chapter is dedicated to a month of the year and a home that perfectly fits within that season. Learn Sikes’ invaluable decorating tips while touring homes from across the country, including a Swiss-style chalet in Idaho and a French chateau-style home in Chicago.

Haskell Harris, the founding style director at Garden & Gun magazine, brings her years of experience working with designers and creatives to the task of creating homes that are both personal and meaningful. In her debut book, she shares her insights, complemented by exclusive photographs of her own Charleston, South Carolina residence, as well as 17 homes belonging to fellow creatives and designers from around the globe.

From the Illinois governor’s mansion to a private, open-air California getaway, Michael S. Smith’s projects resonate with elegance and luxury, capturing the admiration of design enthusiasts and notable clients (including the Obamas). Smith’s latest book showcases his distinctive blend of European classicism and American modernism through intimate tours of houses, from a breezy Mallorca escape to the designer’s own homes

Nashville-based designer Jonathan Savage gets personal in his literary debut, detailing the philosophy behind his fresh take on contemporary design. The houses featured, many of which are in the South, showcase Savage’s ability to blend modern artwork with traditional furnishings to create both functional and breathtaking rooms.

In his first dedication to only his work (rather than his larger firm), English decorator Ben Pentreath takes readers throughout Great Britain to explore the many facets of classical yet whimsical English style. Each of the book’s 30 projects was entirely photographed by Pentreath, including a project for The Earl of Moray, who pens the foreword.

High-fashion city living meets quiet country charm in the second book from celebrated designer Isabel López-Quesada. The Spanish decorator takes us on a journey across the world, offering inside looks at projects that perfectly illustrate her ability to blend timeworn character and contemporary flair.

Design firm Cullman & Kravis delivers a masterclass on modern, traditional design in their latest publication, celebrating its 40-year practice. The firm details every step of their process for each project featured, delivering advice on imparting personality, mixing textures, customizing furniture, and so much more.

Timothy Corrigan’s newest release is a love letter to Francophiles and French decorative arts. Separated into two parts, the first takes readers inside the designer’s Paris apartment, exploring the historical architecture of the building and Corrigan’s vision for the space. The second section takes readers to the French countryside and his 18th-century chateau for lessons on restoration, decoration, and entertainment.

Veere Grenney welcomes readers into his three exquisite residences in Tangier, London, and Suffolk, England, through the pages of this personal volume. Each photograph and chapter masterfully displays the celebrated designer’s talent for blending traditional design with contemporary living.

Italian garden architect Paolo Pejrone approaches landscape design as a service to nature, crafting sustainable spaces abundant with native plants that resonate harmoniously with their natural settings. The book welcomes readers into ten private gardens across Italy from the wetlands of Piedmont to the hills of Tuscany.

The acclaimed architecture and landscape firm KAA Design has earned a reputation for creating unique homes that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living through the use of thoughtful materials and skilled craftsmanship. Their debut monograph features a collection of contemporary residences, each showcasing modern California style.

Landscape designer Fernando Wong gives us the lush escape we crave with his newest book dedicated to tropical gardens. From the sunny coast of Nassau to the bustle of Miami, the projects featured highlight Wong’s ability to create flawlessly layered gardens filled with pavilions and fountains that speak to their surrounding environment.

Interiors stylist Mieke ten Have shares her secrets for creating beautiful and inviting rooms in her debut book. She breaks down her four styling principles (Color Theory, Pattern Play, Wild and Tame, and Flowers for Living) using photographs from rooms she’s styled for design greats like Stephen Sills, Mario Buatta, and Alberto Pinto.

What better way to get inspiration for decorating with art than exploring the homes of artists themselves? This volume from author Tiqui Atencio Demirdjian and photographer Jean-François Jaussaud takes readers into the homes of the world’s most celebrated artists for a masterclass on art collecting and decorating.

The queen of tropical style is back with her second book, focused on embracing indoor-outdoor living in a sophisticated manner. The book features 20 highlighted projects from Amanda Lindroth that showcase her love for bold colors, caned furniture, and airy textiles, all in her signature easy-breezy approach.

Dive into the blissful charm of seaside living with the latest book from VERANDA. This exclusive tour spotlights 20 stunning residences from the world’s top designers that embrace the tranquil qualities of living waterside while elevating coastal style.

Renowned floral designer Françoise Weeks wants people to think outside the traditional flowers and vase when it comes to arranging. In her newest book, Weeks shows readers how to bring the wildness and wonder of the forest to their indoor arrangements with foraged and reusable materials.

New York- and London-based interior designer Bryan O’Sullivan has made his mark by reimagining old-school Hollywood glamour with a contemporary flair. His debut book offers an insider’s view of his luxurious yet inviting design approach, featuring exclusive looks into his most significant works, such as the Art Deco-inspired Painter’s Room at Claridge’s, as well as a selection of more personal private homes.

Tom Scheerer, celebrated for his “relaxed modernism” style, has a knack for crafting interiors that are both sophisticated and elegant without a hint of pretension. His two-volume set, adorned with a striking caning-patterned slipcase, is a tribute to this ethos, offering insights into dozens of projects ranging from tropical getaways and tranquil retreats to country houses and city apartments.