The Best Coffee Table Books for Every Style & Budget
Looking for a low-commitment way to liven up your living room? A coffee table book is a great place to start. Whether you read it from cover to cover or use it as a decorative conversation starter, the right choice will add color and personality to your space.
With so many options out there, finding the perfect book can feel overwhelming, so we’ve done the legwork for you. The following is a list of titles for foodies, adventurers, and pop culture enthusiasts that are sure to spark conversation at your next get-together. Plus, expert tips from Jen Bienvenu, interior designer and owner of J. Bienvenu Interiors, and Elana Mendelson, interior designer and founder of Elana Designs.
For the Traveler
These breathtaking books will satisfy your travel bug without having to leave the home. The New York Times Explorer features stunning photos and first-person accounts from acclaimed New York Times travel writers and photographers, offering a glimpse of destinations around the globe. For those with a love for Europe, the Italian Summer Coffee Table Book will transport you to Capri, Amalfi, Sicily, and other must-see locations in Italy.
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For the Home Decorator
Those with an eye for design will find inspiration in these gorgeous coffee table books focused on interior design. Architectural Digest at 100 showcases the evolution of architecture over the past century, while Live Beautiful offers a more contemporary look at the homes of today’s most popular designers. If you’re unsure how to incorporate these styles into your own space, Rebecca Atwood’s Living with Color has tips on how to enhance the color palette in your space.
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