Unforgettable Books
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Making Space: Interior Design by Women
A global survey of 250 of the most creative women practicing interior design from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present dayThe history of women's involvement in interior design is rich and varied. It is a discipline where women enjoy an equal standing with their male counterparts, yet it is typically framed as a design practice especially suited to women, secondary to the heroic role of architect or furniture designer.This timely survey explores the ways in which women have shaped the built environment beyond the confines of the home, revealing their careers as true tastemakers of the twentieth and twenty-first century. Making Space shines a light on the diverse and influential work of 250 women who design interiors - well-known, unsung, and emerging - from more than 50 countries.The featured designers represent myriad styles, from flamboyant maximalism to artfully arranged minimalism. There are the big names, such as Rose Uniacke, Kelly Wearstler, and Brigette Romanek; pioneers, including Dorothy Draper, Sibyl Colefax, and Elsie de Wolfe; and those who have been almost entirely written out of history.Beautifully designed and illustrated with hundreds of striking photographs, Making Space will inspire anyone who cares about the spaces within which they live.Designers featured include: Sophie Ashby, Sofía Aspe, Gae Aulenti, Kelly Behun, Madeleine Castaing, Sibyl Colefax, Athena Calderone, Ilse Crawford, Olayinka Dosekun-Adjei, Dorothy Draper, Nathalie and Virginie Droulers, Shahira Fahmy, Beata Heuman, Katie Lockhart, Yana Molodykh, Tekla Evelina Severin, and Pamela Shamshiri.
$64.95 $59.95
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Annie Leibovitz: Women: 2025 Edition
Selected for Oprah's Favorite Things 2025 In this two-volume collection of portraits, legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz presents a powerful celebration of women in all of their diversities 'Expand[s] how we see women and the lives they lead through Annie's lens. It was an honor to be photographed by Annie for the new edition, capturing the many ways women are showing up today.' - Michelle Obama 'A sweeping meditation on femininity, power, vulnerability, and the visual vocabulary we use to define all three.' - VogueAnnie Leibovitz is one of the most influential photographers of our time. In this landmark collection, she shares more than 250 portraits of women spanning over 30 years. The broad array of subjects reflects what women look like now: dancers, actors, astronauts, artists, politicians, farmers, writers, CEOs, philanthropists, soldiers, musicians, athletes, socialites, scientists.Beautifully presented in an elegant grey slipcase, these highly personal books offer an extraordinary 30-plus-year retrospective of Leibovitz's portraits of women. Stunning photographs - in both color and black and white - represent a who's who of women effecting positive change in the world, from Louise Bourgeois, Joan Didion, Elizabeth Taylor, and Eudora Welty to Joan Baez, Billie Eilish, Serena and Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour.Among the most expansive portraiture projects of women by a living image-maker, Leibovitz's Women illuminates the evolving landscape of womanhood in the 21st century. Featuring texts by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie; Susan Sontag, one of the most prominent writers and public intellectuals of the twentieth century; and feminist icon Gloria Steinem, this slipcased set is an essential visual record of women at a moment when revisiting the canon of groundbreaking women has never been more urgent.
$104.95 $99.95
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California: Dream State: Stylish Living from Canyon to Coast
From the editors of C Magazine comes this beautifully curated collection of luxurious California dream destinations and experiences, stunningly photographed and vividly immersive. For two decades, C Magazine California Style & Culture has been a trendsetter in luxury, showcasing the best of California's desirable lifestyle. The publication features a range of refined destinations, from art-filled desert exhibits to sophisticated vineyards, unique homes, fashion editorials, and exclusive interviews with Hollywood icons, art world pioneers, and social influencers solidifying California's reputation as a creative epicenter of culture, wellness, and entrepreneurship. This celebratory book is divided into seven sections (Canyon, Coast, Valley, City, Desert, Country, and Garden) that spotlight the magnificent natural beauty and diversity of the Golden State. Each chapter is illustrated with stunning photography of a myriad of changing landscapes, lavish images of hidden gems and must-see spots, from Lotusland's lush gardens in Montecito to the serene seaside of Catalina Island, to a rare geodesic dome residence deep in Topanga Canyon, and entrepreneur Eva Chow's museum-like mansion in Los Angeles. Sun-drenched fashion editorials feature cultural influencers such as Hollywood stars Zoe Saldaña, Sarah Paulson, Adria Arjona, Jeff Goldblum Aaron Taylor-Johnson, world-renowned surfer Laird Hamilton, supermodel Cindy Crawford, artist Doug Aitken, and Los Angeles-based fashion designer Rosetta Getty. Whether you're planning an upscale getaway or simply looking to draw inspiration from the Golden State's most stylish residents, this book offers something for every reader.
$80.00 $75.00
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Art of Movement
A stunning celebration of movement and dance in hundreds of breathtaking photographs by the creative team behind NYC Dance Project. The Art of Movement is an exquisite collection of photographs by well-known dance photographers Ken Browar and Deborah Ory that capture the movement, flow, energy, and grace of many of the most accomplished dancers in the world. Featured are more than 70 dancers from companies including American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Martha Graham Dance Company, Boston Ballet, Royal Danish Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Abraham in Motion, and many more. Accompanying the photographs are intimate and inspiring words from the dancers, as well as from choreographers and artistic directors on what dance means to them.
$80.00 $75.00
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Ultimate Ski Book: Legends, Resorts, Lifestyle & More (Revised)
Ski nostalgia: from the pioneers of mountain sports to the birth of skiing as the number one winter leisure activity. Ski around the World: from the Alps to the Andes, from the Rockies to the Himalayas - the best slopes, the most spectacular runs Ski Lifestyle: fashion, style, sleeping and enjoyment - everything that's really fun off-piste Higher, faster, further - skiing is not a hobby, it's almost a way of life. Originally an adventurous way of moving through ice and snow, skiing is now the number one winter leisure activity. Popular as never before, snow attracts thousands of sports enthusiasts to the lofty heights of the world's mountains year after year. Wherever there is just a flake of snow, there are enthusiastic fans of winter sports - always on the lookout for the longest slope in the Andes, the most spectacular descent in the Alps, the most legendary hut in the Rockies. In the book "The Ultimate Ski Book", ski expert Gabriella Le Breton gathers everything that excites the passionate skier - and much more: Here you will also find the most beautiful views, the most remote resorts, the best restaurants. And of course, real ski legends have their say and give their tips for life on the two boards that mean the world.
$70.00 $65.00
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Speed, Style, and Beauty: Cars from the Ralph Lauren Collection
A perennial favorite returns to print in this sumptuous volume celebrating six decades of automotive design genius, from Bugatti to Bentley, Alfa Romeo to Aston Martin, Mercedes to McLarenBugatti and Bentley, Alfa and Aston, Mercedes and McLaren--these are not merely cars, they are some of the most exquisite automobiles ever assembled, all collected by trendsetting designer Ralph Lauren. This breathtaking volume features 29 of these wonders--from such unparalleled masterpieces as the 1938 Alfa Romeo Mille Miglia and the 1938 Bugatti Atlantic Coupe to marvels by Jaguar, Ferrari, Porsche and even a Ford "Woody." Each of these vehicles is lovingly photographed and presented with authoritative elegance. Complementing the images are sketches of these and other cars--rarely seen drawings that give insight into the conceptual and development stages of the automobiles.Long out of stock, this fan favorite finally returns to print, staying true to its original format and content. With over 160 color images by photographer Michael Furman, plus an interview with Ralph Lauren--who discusses the links between the cars and his overall design philosophy--this book will delight both the rampant car enthusiast and aficionados of great design in any form.
$70.00 $65.00
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Extraordinary Pools
A visual feast of fifty wonderfully distinctive and architecturally astounding swimming pools from around the world Extraordinary Pools is a mosaic of exceptional public and private examples of pools, reasserting the protean quality of the swimming pool as a space of activity, pleasure, and excess. Illustrated with awe-inspiring color photography, it showcases stunning examples of architecturally significant swimming pools around the world, including: Berthold Lubetkin's modernist Penguin Pool at the London Zoo The world's largest infinity pool at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore The landmark Julia Morgan-designed City Club pool in Berkeley, California Luis Barragan's signature L-shaped pools at Cuadra San Cristobal in Mexico And many more Woven throughout are essays by swimmers and architectural experts on the role swimming pools have played in shaping modern culture, from the 1932 Olympics and Mussolini's campaign to redefine the new Italian Fascist as physically fit, disciplined, and virile to the dawn of circular backyard pools in California that became playgrounds for skateboarders during the great drought of the 1970s. With its lush imagery and lively discussion, Extraordinary Pools will dazzle recreationists and architecture enthusiasts alike. STUNNING PHOTOGRAPHY: Illustrated with full-color images throughout, Extraordinary Pools is an aspirational, covetable volume befitting any design lover's coffee table display. ENDLESSLY FASCINATING: Swimming pools are status symbols and objects of interest regardless of climate or season. Whether they are used for athletic pursuits or the simple joy of relaxing in water, found indoors or out, are kidney-shaped or Olympic-sized, pools are an enthralling source of visual and aesthetic pleasure. EXPERIENCED AUTHOR: Naina Gupta, a practicing architect who teaches at the Architectural Association of the School of Architecture in London, turns her trained eye on a dazzling array of pools to explore their visual impact and cultural significance. Perfect for: Swimmers, beach lovers, and pool enthusiasts Collectors of architecture, design, and home décor books Host/hostess or housewarming gift Architectural history buffs Photography fans and armchair travelers
$34.95 $29.95
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BMW Milestones (English and German)
"Sheer Driving Pleasure"; a slogan associated with one brand by car fans worldwide: BMW. In his customary detailed manner, Michael Köckritz guides his readers through all the significant points of the company's history in his latest coffee table book, "BMW Milestones". He showcases the most significant and innovative 40 models, presented in chronological order and enriched with intriguing background information. The 3 Series, 5 Series, and 7 Series are covered, along with the popular M models, as well as the luxury and racing models. Starting from the early combustion engines, he progresses through automotive history to the latest electric vehicles.Naturally, this immense coffee table book shines with phenomenal photographs of each model. Köckritz skillfully portrays the cars, evoking the exact feeling that the well-known slogan of the car brand proclaims: "Sheer Driving Pleasure."For all BMW enthusiasts who have always wanted to know more about their favorite car, "BMW Milestones" is the perfect coffee table book. Those who want to dive into the history and heritage of Bayerische Motorenwerke will find in Köckritz's latest volume an exciting collection of facts, extraordinary stories, and photographs.
$75.00 $70.00
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Stylish Life: Cocktail Parties
Glamorous Parties: A fun visual journey through the most iconic cocktail parties, featuring nostalgic black-and-white vintage shots and vibrant full-color images of celebrities, entertainers, and models in luxurious and earthy settings. Classic Themes: With chapters on Destinations, People, Fashion, and Art & Design, this book delves into the world of cocktail culture, showcasing ritzy nightlife, lavish poolside gatherings, and opulent ocean yacht soirées. Perfect for Collectors and Entertainers: This upscale, beautifully designed book is an essential piece for collectors, event planners, or anyone who loves the elegance of cocktail parties and luxurious living. Including a bonus back section of classic cocktail recipes. Celebrate the timeless allure of cocktail parties with this lavishly illustrated book, a dazzling tribute to the elegance and excitement of high society gatherings and edgy nightlife gettogethers. From glamorous black-and-white vintage photography to vibrant modern images, the book takes you inside the world of iconic celebrities, entertainers, and models (present and past) as they mingle in ritzy nightclubs, luxurious poolsides, and opulent ocean yachts.With chapters dedicated to Destinations, People, Fashion, and Art & Design, this volume offers a sophisticated look into the art of entertaining. Perfect for collectors, hosts, or those who appreciate the finer things in life, this book is a must-have for lovers of style and luxury.With great shots from all over the world, this book is also very relevant to USA cities with inclusions from Hollywood, New York, the Hamptons, DC, New Orleans and more international places.
$60.00 $55.00
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Ice Cold. a Hip-Hop Jewelry History
Whether it's diamond-encrusted grills, oversized "truck" style chains, bust-down Rolex and Patek Philippe watches or a Tiffany necklace, jewelry is a cornerstone of hip-hop culture. Glittering, blinged-out jewels are the shining statement of a collective identity: unapologetic, charismatic, and street savvy. Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History is a stunning compilation of storytelling and visuals. Hundreds of extraordinary images of every major hip-hop artist on record celebrate how "Ice" has become a proclamation of identity and self-expression. Starting with Run-DMC's gold Adidas pendants and Eric B. & Rakim's ostentatious dookie rope chains and Mercedes medallions, the jewelry then transforms from street style into a booming design culture. The hip-hop tradition of "show up and show out" reaches new heights with artists like Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Gucci Mane, and Cardi B, whose over-the-top pieces integrate unique pop culture references, unconventional materials, and enduring collaborations with artists like Takashi Murakami. Author Vikki Tobak reveals - in great detail - the work of pioneering jewelers such as Tito Caicedo of Manny's, Eddie Plein, and Jacob the Jeweler as well as newer artisans such as Avianne & Co., Ben Baller/IF & Co., Greg Yuna, Johnny Dang, Eliantte, and many more. Ice Cold is a treasure trove of dazzling, inspirational style, featuring the work of leading photographers, including Wolfgang Tillmans, Janette Beckman, Jamel Shabazz, Timothy White, Gillian Laub, David LaChapelle, Danny Clinch, Chris Buck, Mike Miller, Phil Knott, Raven B. Varona, Al Pereira, Albert Watson and many more. A foreword by hip-hop superstar Slick Rick and essays by A$AP Ferg, LL COOL J, Kevin "Coach K' Lee and Pierre "P" Thomas of Quality Control Music take us on personal journeys into their jewelry universe. Ice Cold goes beyond the ostentatious bling to reveal a transformative story that is loud and proud.
$105.00 $100.00
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Desert by Design: Creative Minds, Arid Places, Tailor-Made Spaces
Desert by Design celebrates the interior worlds that exist in Earth's most arid climes and, more importantly, the creative minds who inhabit them Marfa, Texas-based desert dwellers Molly Mandell and James Burke traveled the world to explore and photograph thirty incredible spaces. They made their way through the southwestern United States, to Mexico and Argentina, and to Morocco, Jordan, the Canary Islands, Rajasthan India, and even a micro-desert in New Zealand. They visited high desert and low desert, urban desert and rural desert, sandy desert and scrubby desert. They photographed everything from iconic properties inhabited by Yves Saint Laurent, César Manrique, and Donald Judd to thoughtfully curated, centuries-old adobe structures and modern, groundbreaking ones, all the while interviewing the choreographers, hoteliers, sculptors, environmentalists, chefs, audio engineers, and preservationists who bring them to life. This gorgeous coffee table book is an ode to these landscapes--their sounds, smells, flora, and fauna--filled with equal parts mystery and beauty and a glimpse into the projects and lives of those who have chosen to call them home. Desert by Design--its genuine, beautiful, and unexpected approach--is not your average interiors book. From tips for cultivating the intimate and unpretentious environment that is synonymous with the desert to images that evoke mindful living, it is both an homage to this unique and dynamic climate--its most extraordinary places and memorable personalities--and a manual for adopting elements of this lifestyle, no matter our location. Yes, this publication is for desert people, those who reside in it or who simply resonate with it. But it likewise exists for all of us who are seeking authentic design inspiration or courage to take the path less traveled, regardless of where we hang our hats. Deserts are known to be sensitive ecosystems where adaptability and resilience become common currency, requiring humans to live within the environment rather than apart from it. The result is a people who are inspired by challenge and who constantly create and innovate.
$55.00 $50.00
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Forever Beautiful: All-American Style All Year Long
Bestselling author Sikes, now the "standard bearer of great American design" (Architectural Digest), returns with a new book of fresh yet classic American decorating. AD100 and Elle Decor A-List designer and tastemaker Sikes believes there's beauty everywhere: all we have to do is look for it. His classic, livable looks are beloved by celebrities and notables from Reese Witherspoon to Dr. Jill Biden, who hired him to redesign her White House office. In this third book of the Beautiful trilogy, Sikes celebrates a full year of beautiful interiors inspired by nature. Colors, patterns, and textures, including his favorite blue and white, chinoiserie, rattan, gingham, stripes, and more, came from the world outside these rooms. In twelve chapters, he shares inspiration and advice from homes he has designed across America and abroad. There is a house for every month of the year, inspired by the seasons, from April's leafy green Gardens of Versailles-inspired French Chateau-style home outside of Chicago to crisp navy in East Hampton for June, August's homage to the pink sands in Bermuda, and holiday reds for December's Swiss-style chalet on a sweeping horse ranch near Sun Valley, Idaho. Throughout, each house features Sikes's signature touches, inspirational quotes, and tradition updated for today. With all-new light-filled photography by Amy Neunsinger, Forever Beautiful reminds new and returning readers alike of the power of making it beautiful.
$50.00 $45.00
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