books: art + design

Yves Saint Laurent is one of the world's most famous designers, who's haute couture collections have deeply marked society and revolutionized the i...

With the first centerfold image of the radiant Marilyn Monroe, Hugh M. Hefner masterminded a cultural icon: Playboy's Playmate of the Month. This v...

Go beyond the big screen and explore the real places that inspired some of the greatest films of all time – brought to life through comprehensively...

Description Description ‘What’s so wonderful about Bramesco’s book, outside of a visually splendid layout that embraces the first word of that titl...

The most innovative, iconic, and influential products ever designed - from 1663 to the present day The most innovative, iconic, and influential pro...

Ferrari Formula 1 Car by Car examines every F1 racer Ferrari has campaigned since 1950, each accompanied by exhilarating imagery and technical spec...

An ode to sea swimming—looking at the architecture, history, and social significance of sea pools.The sea can be challenging and changeable. Protec...

The first comprehensive monograph on the master contemporary Korean American sculptor, from his seminal wire sculptures to his never-before-seen ea...

• Presents more than 500 examples of contemporary lamp designs • Features profiles of top designers and leading manufacturers • With an introduct...

A dive into music history, from Joan Baez and Jimi Hendrix to Rihanna and Lady Gaga, exploring the eclectic interpretation of fashion and society.F...

Celebrating the art forms of ballet and fashion, this beautiful book explores the creative collaborations between New York City Ballet and the top ...

This book features over 30 Wabi-sabi style projects from around the world, ranging from commercial spaces such as hotels, showrooms and restaurants...

 A stunning collection of homes and studios of 15 extraordinary artists, from painter Georgia O’Keeffe’s Abiquiú home and sculptor Isamu Noguchi’s ...

The myth of Costa Smeralda’s world-renowned luxury hotel, Cala di Volpe, lies in its indelible and indescribable character, carefully molded by a s...

Hotel Wailea defines the ultimate Hawaiian-island escape. Perched above the deep-blue water of the Pacific Ocean and tucked away in forest of lush ...

Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé were worldbuilders of an unparalleled caliber; true tastemakers who approached each interior project with imagi...

The story of Samaritaine is a grand love story: the love of family, the love of commerce, the love of art, the love for others. Samaritaine is a na...

The Story of Porsche is a compact and beautifully designed review of the iconic car manufacturer. From the alluring curves to the powerful engineer...

A unique collection of photographs by Brigitte Niedermair, celebrating her original, creative collaboration with the House of Dior.Informed by her ...

Inspiring new design ideas from multiple award-winning Danish fashion and interior designer Malene Birger. In this third volume of her successful i...

Discover art that dared to be different, risked reputations and put careers in jeopardy. This is what happens when artists take tradition and rip i...

Surf mecca, tropical paradise, bamboo architecture hub, “Island of the Gods”—Bali contains multitudes. The magnetism of this Indonesian island is u...

Everyone dreams of living La Dolce Vita: delicious cuisine, breathtaking landscapes, legendary scenes, and cultural treasures. An immersion in a de...

If the sands of St. Barths could talk, they would speak of historic legends, wild evenings, and celebrity guests. Equal parts luxury and simplicity...