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A stunning collection of the homes of sixty celebrated contemporary global designers and decorators. The homes of interior designers are the places where all the knowledge and decorating expertise they have perfected can be seen in their fullest expression. Inside: At Home with Great Designers is a private tour of the homes of sixty of […]

The first and only survey of Japanese design as seen through the lens of Japan’s traditional color spectrum – an exquisitely packaged fresh take on a universally popular topic. The traditional colors of Japan have been in use since the seventh century, originally to indicate rank and social hierarchy but, over time, their significance has broadened to include all […]

A stunning survey celebrating the beauty, idiosyncrasy, and romance of Italian interior design. There are few countries with such an established design scene, distinctive aesthetic, and universal appeal as Italy. This sumptuously illustrated survey showcases 50 of Italy’s most beautiful homes, from historic palaces in Venice and mid-century apartments in Milan to sun-filled villas in […]

The authoritative and wide-ranging visual essay on the aesthetics of Japan, a classic volume now back in print with a stunning new cover design. ‘Japan style’ is an aesthetic recognizable to everyone: a beautifully displayed flower, an elegant piece of calligraphy, or a simple rock garden, yet it is also difficult to define. Written by […]

From the author of global bestseller Japan: The Cookbook, more than 250 delicious, healthy vegetarian recipes for home cooks. In this collection of new recipes, Nancy Singleton Hachisu, the most authoritative voice in Japanese home cooking today, showcases Japanese vegetarian dishes, bringing the exquisite flavors of the nation’s elegant cuisine to those who follow a […]

An insider’s look at the myriad styles of private homes of Japan, showing how Japanese interior design continues to evolve in a new era. Exploring the art and craft of Japanese residential interiors, author Mihoko Iida provides an insider’s look into the wide-ranging interior design of her country’s private homes. Featuring twenty-eight exemplary residences around […]

The first authoritative monograph on the life and work of the celebrated Danish-American designer Jens Quistgaard – an unsung hero of Danish Modern and Mid-century Modern design. Jens Quistgaard (1919–2008), considered one of the founders of Scandinavian Modern style, spent 30 years as chief designer at the American company Dansk Designs, resulting in more than […]

The only comprehensive book on the fascinating life and work of the celebrated architectural designer, John Pawson. This visual biography brings together John Pawson’s architecture, life, clients, travel, photography, design, books, and ideas. Written by Deyan Sudjic, an architectural historian and long-time friend, it explores the full scope of Pawson’s life, from his Yorkshire upbringing […]

Based on the blockbuster 2022 solo show in London, KAWS: New Fiction documents the groundbreaking, multi-layered exhibition that presented the artist’s new and recent works in physical and augmented reality. A unique collaboration between the acclaimed artist KAWS, the Serpentine Galleries, digital art platform Acute Art, and the online video game phenomenon Fortnite, KAWS: New Fiction bridges the gap between […]

A comprehensive monograph on the work of KAWS, one of the most sought-after artists and creative forces of our time. Drawing from Pop and Neo-Pop traditions, KAWS’s work straddles the line between fine art and popular culture, crossing the mediums of painting, sculpture, and printmaking, along with fashion, merchandise, and vinyl toys. This book, made […]

A comprehensive monograph on the work of KAWS, one of the most sought-after artists and creative forces of our time. Drawing from Pop and Neo-Pop traditions, KAWS’s work straddles the line between fine art and popular culture, crossing the mediums of painting, sculpture, and printmaking, along with fashion, merchandise, and vinyl toys. This book, made […]

A comprehensive monograph on the work of KAWS, one of the most sought-after artists and creative forces of our time. Drawing from Pop and Neo-Pop traditions, KAWS’s work straddles the line between fine art and popular culture, crossing the mediums of painting, sculpture, and printmaking, along with fashion, merchandise, and vinyl toys. This book, made […]

A comprehensive monograph on the work of KAWS, one of the most sought-after artists and creative forces of our time. Drawing from Pop and Neo-Pop traditions, KAWS’s work straddles the line between fine art and popular culture, crossing the mediums of painting, sculpture, and printmaking, along with fashion, merchandise, and vinyl toys. This book, made […]

A comprehensive monograph on the work of KAWS, one of the most sought-after artists and creative forces of our time. Drawing from Pop and Neo-Pop traditions, KAWS’s work straddles the line between fine art and popular culture, crossing the mediums of painting, sculpture, and printmaking, along with fashion, merchandise, and vinyl toys. This book, made […]

Incorporating both formal details and welcoming elements, a sophisticated and balanced look tailored to a sense of home, as shown through the portfolio of Foley & Cox. Foley & Cox is a New York-based interior design firm renowned for serene spaces subtly layered with color and texture that create a sense of welcome and comfort. […]

Life Meets Art is an unparalleled behind-the-scenes tour of some of the most fascinating, inspirational and unique home interiors in the world. The living spaces of hundreds of the globe’s most talented people in the spheres of art, design, fashion, literature, music, and film, here provide inspiration for anyone fascinated by stylish living, creative interior […]

A stunning tribute to one of fashion’s most iconic and enduring collaborations. Evident from their first photoshoot in 1987, legendary photographer Steven Meisel’s images of Linda Evangelista, one of the original ‘supermodels’ of the 1980s, are the result of a remarkable creative symbiosis between photographer and muse. Featuring more than 180 images shot over the […]

An exhilarating collection of today’s most remarkable homes built in awe-inspiring coastal locations around the world. White-sand beaches, jaw-droppingly sheer cliff faces, and secret coves are just some of the stunning sites of the architect-designed contemporary houses featured in this celebration of incredible residences that exist in harmony with the extraordinary power of the ocean. […]

An inspirational visual journey along the color spectrum, brought to life via the best contemporary residential interior design. Tap into the growing trend for injecting color  into home décor with this elegant, thoughtful selection of interiors in every shade and hue. Organised by color – from the purest white to the deepest black, from the […]

An awe-inspiring collection of contemporary homes designed to foster a connection with the essential elements of landscape Living in Nature showcases a selection of architect-designed houses that have something fundamental in common: a special relationship with the natural world. Each of the book’s 50 homes is carefully chosen for its stunning location, whether cocooned within […]

A breathtaking survey of contemporary homes, each with a deep connection to the landscapes and vistas of the mountains Whether snow-capped, rocky, or covered with verdant forest, the sublime wilderness of mountains has inspired humans for millennia. Offering respite from urban living and a profound connection to nature, mountain landscapes also present unique challenges that […]

This book is not a press release, and it is not a manifesto. It’s a research document, of sorts – charting the course of women’s sportswear and the part that Nike has played in it over the past fifty years. Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good is about sportswear and what it means to women. […]

A celebration of the 150th anniversary of one of the finest and most recognisable lighting companies, Louis Poulsen. Founded in Denmark in 1874 by Ludvig Raymond Poulsen, the original brand was transformed by the designer Poul Henningsen when he designed the iconic PH lamps. Since then, Louis Poulsen has worked with some of the world’s most […]

A clever, quirky picture-book biography of one of the most important figures of modern and contemporary art. Louise Bourgeois was a world-famous artist who told stories of her life through her art until she was 98 years old. She drew, wove, and sculpted pieces inspired by her experiences, often using everyday objects that reminded her […]

The first book from the AD100 interior designer renowned for joyful, vibrant, intensely personal homes imbued with art, pattern, and craftsmanship. A decidedly global outlook best described as ‘a punk take on preppy’ brings passion and a playful spirit to AD100 designer Rodman Primack’s projects. His work with his partner Rudy Weissenberg has garnered attention […]

A comprehensive, irreverent guide to the inner workings of provocative art collective MSCHF. Made by MSCHF is a survey of the work of Brooklyn-based art collective MSCHF, known for their eclectic projects that critique the very areas of popular culture they inhabit. Ranging from a line of designer handbags only visible under a microscope to an […]

The debut cookbook from the landmark East London restaurant, showcasing a collection of contemporary Turkish recipes. Discover the food and stories of Mangal II, one of London’s most vibrant food destinations, thanks to the dynamic vision of the Dirik brothers. Following in the footsteps of their father, the Turkish chef Ali Dirk who immigrated to […]

The story, inspiration, and recipes behind Latin America’s Best Female chef (2022) and her eponymous restaurant in Curitiba. In this much anticipated book, award-winning chef Manoella Buffara (known as Manu) invites readers to discover how her love for her native Brazil became her greatest motivation. Through 60 never-before-published recipes and four evocative ‘menu’ collections, a […]

Anyone for tennis? Martin Parr’s unique and evocative pictures capture the spectacle of a year at the Grand Slam tournaments. Since 2014, Martin Parr, one of Britain’s best-loved photographers, has been granted exclusive access to the most prestigious Grand Slam tennis tournaments, from the Australian and French Opens to Wimbledon and the US Open. Parr’s […]

A fascinating journey into the world of textiles and color through the eyes of Kvadrat expert Giulio Ridolfo. Denmark’s Kvadrat, one of the world’s leading textile companies, provides high-end fabrics to major design companies, collaborating with some of the most interesting creative talents working today. Kvadrat is renowned for its beautiful, sophisticated color palette – […]

An homage to the design pioneers who defined the Mid-Century aesthetic through their work in furniture, glassware, ceramics and textiles. More than 50 years later, the fascination with mid-century design is stronger than ever before. Explore the popular movement’s distinctive style in this A-Z guide to the 300 influential designers who helped to define it. […]

An authentic, indulgent collection of dessert recipes from across the Middle East, from one of the region’s most loved home cooks. Whether you start your day with something sweet, finish it with something sweet, or make sure sweets are within reach all day long, you’ll find serious inspiration in the pages of Salma Hage’s latest […]

An overview of the work of illustrator and designer Milton Glaser during the 1960s and 70s. From 1954, when he co-founded the legendary Push Pin Studios, to the late ’70s, Milton Glaser was one of the most celebrated graphic designers of his day, whose work graced countless book and album covers, posters, magazine covers, and […]

An evocative and personal chef monograph — and an ode to wood-fired cooking — from Japan’s exciting emerging chef. monk is the story of Yoshihiro Imai’s 14-seat, seasonally inspired restaurant, set on the cherry blossom-lined Philosopher’s Path in Kyoto. Through personal essays, reflections, recipes, and photography, Yoshihiro describes stories of the farmers, makers, and exceptional […]

Emotions are part of every toddler’s day… and now, part of their first art collection! 35 full-page artworks from a variety of periods introduce emotions through one of the most important feelings of all – happiness. Each image is accompanied by a brief, tender, read-aloud text, and the work’s title and artist’s name are included […]

The first ever monograph on the award-winning and genre-defying multidisciplinary designer Luca Nichetto’s eponymous studio. With offices in Venice and Stockholm, Nichetto Studio combines Italian flair with Scandinavian modernity to produce innovative commissions for brands including Herm s, Venini, Cassina, and ZaoZuo. This book presents the Studio’s portfolio in chronological order from 2000 to the […]

Nike: Better is Temporary is a landmark publication that charts Nike’s transformation from rebellious upstart to global phenomenon.

Stefan Sagmeister’s newest project encourages long-term thinking and reminds us that many things in the world are improving Initially conceived in 2020 as the world entered pandemic lockdown, Stefan Sagmeister has created a book that looks at the state of the world today, illuminating, through collected data, how far we’ve come, and encouraging us to […]

Experience the force, mystery, and beauty of the ocean and seas through more than 300 images – featuring underwater photography, oceanographic maps and scientific illustrations, as well as paintings, sculptures and popular films. Oceanography and art collide in this visual celebration of humans’ relationship with the marine world. From early nautical cartography, scientific illustrations and […]

An updated and expanded edition of the acclaimed in-depth monograph on one of the most influential artists of our time. Conceived in close collaboration with the artist, this updated survey tracks Eliasson’s artistic practice from the 1990s to the present day, including recent exhibitions at Tate Modern, London (In real life, 2019) and the Beyeler […]

A behind-the-scenes look at leading contemporary artists at work, with original art projects to recreate at home. Open Studio goes behind closed doors with a host of prominent visual artists to capture them in the act of creation as they draw, paint, sculpt, or design an original project for readers to then recreate themselves at […]

The entrepreneur and philanthropist’s A-Z guide and manifesto for personal growth and for turning problems into assets. In the newest entry in Phaidon’s popular advice series, the internationally renowned fashion designer and philanthropist Diane von Furstenberg shares her accessible, empowering manifesto: connect, expand, inspire, advocate. In an easy-to-navigate A-Z format, Own It is her blueprint […]

Phaidon presents Palace Product Descriptions: The Selected Archive, the official printed archive of Palace Skateboard’s online product descriptions. Since their debut in 2013, Palace’s unconventional descriptors – which often have little or nothing to do

An unprecedented, essential field guide to more than a century of fascinating product and industrial design. From legendary classics to anonymous objects that are indispensable in homes and offices, this one-of-a-kind collection of original patent documents celebrates the creative genius of designers, inventors, creators, innovators, and dreamers the world over. The range is phenomenal: patents […]

A timely celebration of British design legend Sir Paul Smith and his one-of-a-kind creativity. This innovative book captures the unique spirit of British fashion icon Sir Paul Smith through 50 objects chosen by Sir Paul himself for the inspiration they have provided him over the years – from a wax plate of spaghetti and a […]

An exquisite collection presenting 100 Persian home-cooking recipes and stories from one family collection. When Leila Heller’s mother, Nahid Taghinia-Milani came to the United States in 1979, she brought her recipes with her. Persian Feasts features Iranian delicacies in a dazzling tapestry of textures and aromas, from Shiraz in the south to Tabriz in the north. This […]

A celebration of the wonderful creative intersection between the architecture of Peter Marino and the aesthetic of Chanel. Peter Marino: The Architecture of Chanel tells the fascinating story of two remarkable legends – Coco Chanel and Peter Marino – through a stunning collection of buildings that Marino designed to elevate Chanel’s luxury retail spaces to the […]

Celebrate Portugal’s vibrant, globally-influenced and highly influential food culture via more than 550 classic and contemporary recipes from the acclaimed chef Leandro Carreira. With its diverse cuisine and intriguing culinary history, Portugal is a top travel destination for food lovers worldwide. Portugal: The Cookbook gathers together dishes from every region of the country, including fish and shellfish dishes from […]

The most exciting rising stars in contemporary art – who’s who and what’s next – featuring 107 artists born since 1980, as chosen by a new generation of art experts and leaders This stunningly illustrated survey brings together more than 100 of the most innovative and interesting contemporary artists working across all media and spanning […]

A groundbreaking, gorgeous book that uses photographs of flowers to introduce children to the rich variety of color. This groundbreaking book is the first to go beyond the basic colors usually introduced to children in early concept books to explore the enormous variety of shades colors have. Readers start with red and orange, and are […]

A visual and cultural history of hip hop, charting its meteoric rise from underground trailblazer to global tastemaker. To tell the story of contemporary American culture is to tell the story of hip hop. From its humble, underground origins, hip hop transcended the confines of rap music and spread its influence across a broad spectrum […]

The design, history, and cultural impact of turntables and vinyl technology: the twin powerhouses of the ‘vinyl revival’ phenomenon. Interest in turntables and records is enjoying a renaissance as analog natives and new converts find their enduring style and extraordinary sound inimitable. Revolution, a follow-up to Phaidon’s beloved Hi-Fi: The History of High-End Audio Design, […]

A stunning and inspiring visual inventory from one the most creative and popular designers working today. French designer Ronan Bouroullec works at the very forefront of design. Over his 20-year career he has used photography to document his process and communicate his unique perspective, amassing a vast archive of images in the process. He shares […]

French cuisine for today’s kitchens. An evocative, intimate food monograph by the duo behind one of the most acclaimed restaurant collections in France – the Michelin starred restaurant group that has moved French cuisine from the ceremony and grandeur of haute cuisine to a lighter, fresher and more approachable style of cooking. This much-anticipated debut […]

A collection of 200 iconic drinks from around the globe, each of which has changed the culture of the cocktail. A signature cocktail is a bespoke drink that expresses the nature of the time, person, or place for which it was created. In this book, the author curates a collection of the most celebrated cocktails […]

An authoritative chronicle of the design history of the skateboard, from its humble beginnings in the 1950s to the present day. From its starting point as a simple wooden plank to the high-tech boards of today, the skateboard has undergone a dramatic evolution. Skateboard explores its design, from the materials used to build it, to the shapes […]

The debut book from rising star chef Gísli Matt of Slippurinn, the international destination restaurant in Iceland’s Westman Islands. Chef Gísli Matt built Slippurinn with his family in a historic shipyard building of a small town whose landscape was changed forever by the lava flow from a 1973 erupted volcano. In this most incredible environment, […]

The story and recipes of Casa Maria Luigia, Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore’s idyllic guest house, set in the heart of the Italian countryside. When Lara and Massimo opened their guest house Casa Maria Luigia, they wanted to entertain their guests and give them the opportunity to experience the wonderful, earthy food of the Emilia-Romagna […]

The team behind the podcast presents a one-of-a-kind book exploring the influential relationship between chefs and music This first-of-its-kind anthology of personal stories from over 75 of the world’s most acclaimed chefs chronicles how music has been a constant force throughout their lives, helping to define themselves individually, opening gateways to understanding their cultures and […]

A riotous, 720-page celebration of sneakers and sporting legends, as told through the medium of vintage print advertising.