Because it inevitably says something about us, and because we spend a significant amount of time in it, taking care of our interiors is bound to be beneficial. The best inspiration lies within these literary works of art that capture the best of the past and future design.
Inventing a New World by Charlotte Perriand
Published in honor of Charlotte Perriand‘s retrospective exhibition at the Foundation Louis Vuitton, this literary work was created under the direction of Sébastien Cherruet and Jacques Barsac. The catalog offers a chronological and thematic approach to the French architect’s most inspiring projects throughout the 20th century.
Le monde nouveau de Charlotte Perriand, le catalogue
Portraits d’Intérieurs by Axel Vervoordt published by Flammarion
“We create homes for people to feel good in and find happiness in. We believe that every home is an oasis; a place of silence in an overly noisy world!” explains Alex Vervoordt. This Belgian interior designer is a hot topic from the US to Japan, Italy, and France. An adaptation of wabi sabi (a Japanese decor concept that values simplicity), he has made uncluttered, Zen decor his signature style.
Le livre “Portraits d’Intérieurs” d’Axel Vervoordt
Jean-Michel Frank published by Assouline
A leading figure in the world of decorative arts in the 20th century, Jean-Michel Frank was a self-taught genius. From his iconic pieces for the Comédie Française and the de Noailles couple to his many collaborations with Alberto Giacometti and Christian Bérard, this book retraces the creative trajectory of an avant-garde artist who remains too little known to the general public.
Le livre Jean-Michel Frank aux éditions Assouline
Kuma by Philip Jodidio published by Taschen
For Kengo Kuma enthusiasts, Taschen is dedicating a rare, numbered book to him. From the Great (Bamboo) Wall House to Japan’s national stadium in Tokyo, discover the works of this Japanese architect and his original, sustainable, and fiercely contemporary architecture.
Le livre “Kuma” de Philip Jodidio
Décoration, les plux beaux intérieurs du siècle published by Phaidon
Dimore Studio’s Paris duplex, Christian Dior’s château, and Pierre Cardin’s Palais Bulles are just some marvels in this beautiful book published by Phaidon. It features 400 interiors belonging to architects, fashion designers, decorators, designers, art collectors and artists. From the 20th century to the present day, these inspiring settings have been captured throughout 25 countries.
Décoration (rose): Les plus beaux intérieurs du siècle de Phaidon
Lalanne: A World of Poetry published by Assouline
Assouline unveils a beautiful book dedicated to the work of François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne. A famous duo whose animalistic and poetic pieces have left a lasting mark on the history of French design.
Le livre “Lalanne: A World of Poetry” aux éditions Assouline
Tadao Ando: Spirit de Philip Jodidio published by Rizzoli
To be published next year (February 2024), with a preface by Tadao Ando himself, this book by Philip Jodidio immerses readers in the Japanese architect’s interior design, balancing spirituality, technicality, and poetry.
Le livre “Tadao Ando: Spirit” de Philip Jodidio
Le Corbusier: Le Grand published by Phaidon
A rich visual biography that captures the works, inspirations, projects and fantasies of one of the 20th century’s most talented architects.
Le livre Le Corbusier: Le Grand aux éditions Phaidon
Gio Ponti published by Taschen
Architect, designer, publisher, and poet, Gio Ponti was a multifaceted artist and leading force in Italian design. Spanning over more than 60 years, 136 projects are presented and revisited in this exceptional literary work.
Le livre Gio Ponti de Brian Kish et Fabio Marino
Eileen Gray, an exhibition catalogue published by Centre Pompidou
Both an architect and decorator from Ireland, Eileen Grey worked mainly in France. She created furniture and architecture whose clean lines left a lasting influence on the modern movement, thanks to their concern for comfort and practicality. This books gives chance to rediscover the Bibendum armchair, the Adjustable Table, the Aéroplane suspension system, as well as the famous seaside house E1027 on the Côte d’Azur.
Jean Prouvé published by Galerie Patrick Seguin
In two volumes and over 750 pages, this lavishly illustrated work celebrates the work of Jean Prouvé, a pioneering architect of innovative 20th-century furniture and architecture, published by Galerie Patrick Seguin. This book combines the major works of the Frenchman, both in furniture and architecture.
Pierre Yovanovitch published by Rizzoli
One of the most sought-after interior designers of the moment, Pierre Yovanovitch exports his sharp but never stark design vision throughout the world. Compiling his most beautiful projects, his inspirations and looking back over his career, we discover his decors from the four corners of the globe, ranging from his Provencal château to the Royal Ice Rink in Brussels.
Le livre Pierre Yovanovitch aux éditions Rizzoli
Bahaus Style aux éditions Assouline
Written by Mateo Kries this fine book, published last summer, takes an in-depth look at one of the founding movements of 20th-century, modernism.
Andrée Putman published by Editions du regard
A rare 280-page volume showcasing Andrée Putman’s finest projects. This book presents the versatile French architect who has revolutionized interiors and even collaborated with Air France.
Le livre Andrée Putman de l’Edition du regard
Chez Eux by Pierre Sauvage
This book features the homes of 20 inspiring hosts including their personal recipes and intimate design details, directed by Pierre Sauvage, the mastermind behind Casa Lopez. The perfect manual for creating an atmosphere one will never want to leave.
Chez Eux de Pierre Sauvage
Joseph Dirand: Intérieur aux éditions Rizzoli
Minimalist interiors with a French twist – that’s how experts in the field often describe the world of Joseph Dirand. Behind a multitude of private and public decors (from Paris to New York), the interior designer lifts the veil on his residential work, which is bound to be more confidential.
Le livre “Joseph Dirand: Intérieur” aux éditions Rizzoli
Frank Lloyd Wright aux éditions Taschen
Written by Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer, this book brings together Frank Lloyd Wright‘s greatest revolutionary projects. In three volumes, it provides unlimited access to the archives of the famous American architect.
Le livre Frank Lloyd Wright de Bruce Brooks Pfeiffer
Oscar Niemeyer published by Assouline
The work of the Brazilian father of modernist architecture is the focus of this comprehensive book published by Assouline. Spanning over. almost 104 years, it reveals his signature pieces and numerous collaborations with Tadao Ando, Santiago Calatrava, Frank Gehry and Zaha Hadid.
Laura Gonzalez: Intérieurs aux éditions Rizzoli
Published by Rizzoli, this beautiful book brings together 10 of Parisian interior designer Laura Gonzalez’s most beautiful projects, as a testimony to her flamboyant and maximalist sense of style.
Le livre Laura Gonzalez: Intérieurs
Ronan Bouroullec: Day After Day published by Phaidon
A book that brings together over 30 years of creation by French designer Ronan Bouroullec. This literary work of art features unpublished archives, photos captured on Instagram and hundreds of images gathered chronologically.
Le livre Ronan Bouroullec: Day After Day
Jacques Grange by Pierre Passebon published by Editions du regard
At the top of the list of world-renowned French interior designers, Jacques Grange owes his reputation to his elegant, perfectly mastered decors, which reveal his French sensitivity. This book retraces 40 years of french creations and excellence.
Le livre Jacques Grange de Pierre Passebon
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