10 Coffee Table Books on my Wishlist

A Screaming Blast by Rebecca Gardner - Eccentric party planning for the stars

Storied Interiors by Clara Jung - I’ve followed her for awhile and I always love the bright colors and interesting use of materials.

The Private House - Rose Tarlow - I don’t know this designer, but I keep coming across this book. Which of course means I need to know more about this designer.

Upstate - Living Spaces with Spaces to Live - I’m already in upstate New York in my mind.

Absolutely Beautiful Things - Anna Spiro is an Australian interior designer and I trust her with pattern and color completely.

Having People Over - This looks so fun to thumb through and will for sure get me into socializing mode.

Distinctly American - Houses and Interiors by Hendricks Churchill - Interior design led by Americans is getting better and better IMO and this book cover alone communicates so much of that rich aesthetic.

Live with the Things You Love - Your things tell your story and this book looks like a fun way to be inspired to cull your items ever more carefully.

Interior Design in Latin America - I’m visiting Mexico City soon and this book is allll of that. Can’t wait!

Making Space - Interior Design by Women - Last but not least, a sampling of works from 250 women designers from 20th century to present day.

Originally posted on Substack Febrary 26, 2026.

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