Books on Architecture and Interior Design

Penthouse Syndrome, Interiors Above the City
Author: gestalten

Penthouse Syndrome is an impressive coffee table book about living above the city, where height not only changes the view but also the way we experience space. This photo book explores the unique appeal of high-rise living and shows how architecture, interior design, and emotion come together at great heights.

Featuring more than fifty exclusive residences, Penthouse Syndrome demonstrates how living in penthouses and high-rise apartments creates its own unique dynamic. Rooms take on a different scale, daylight and perspective play a larger role, and daily life follows a different rhythm. The selected interiors range from sculptural design statements to serene, minimalist havens above the city bustle.

With powerful photography and in-depth texts, this luxurious interior book shows how designers find balance between construction and feeling in spaces detached from the ground. Penthouse Syndrome is an inspiring resource for lovers of interior design, architecture, urban living, and contemporary luxury, and a stylish statement on any coffee table.

What to expect

• More than 50 unique penthouses and high-rise residences worldwide
• Stunning photography of high-end interiors above the city
• Interiors ranging from expressive and sculptural to serene and understated
• Insights into how height influences scale, intimacy, and daily life
• An inspiring coffee table book about modern living, architecture, and design

About the author

gestalten is an internationally renowned publisher from Berlin, known for its high-quality books in the fields of design, architecture, interiors, art, and lifestyle. With a strong focus on visual quality and in-depth content, gestalten inspires creatives and design enthusiasts worldwide. Their publications combine innovative themes with carefully curated photography and essays, and are considered leading in the world of contemporary design and architecture.

• The Green series, which began with the successful book GREEN MALLORCA, now continues with a poetic coffee-table book exploring sustainability in Namibia.
• Discover eco-friendly hotels, camps, and lodges; wildlife conservation projects; local crafts; new food concepts, and much more.
• About the people, the innovators, and ways to preserve the beauty of nature.

Lose yourself in the breathtaking splendor of Namibia, a true pioneer in environmental protection and sustainability. With no fewer than 20 national parks and wildlife reserves, this country is a true treasure trove of pristine nature and dedication to animal conservation on the African continent. But even here, awareness of climate change is growing, especially within the travel industry. While green travel is gaining popularity worldwide, countless stakeholders in Namibia are already engaged in sustainable tourism.

Discover the world of GREEN NAMIBIA, where photographer and author Patricia Parinejad introduces inspiring hospitality entrepreneurs and passionate activists. They are fully committed to nature conservation, collaborate with local producers, and constantly strive for a smaller ecological footprint. This compelling book takes you on a visual journey, filled with stunning photographs and enchanting stories that celebrate our deep connection with Mother Earth.

Experience the unspoiled beauty of Namibia and let yourself be inspired to explore the world with us in a sustainable and meaningful way.

The past five years have seen remarkable and interesting breakthroughs in home construction, with every inch of space being utilized to its fullest potential.

Tighter budgets, smaller homes, and rapidly changing lifestyles. Today, clients seek a home that is easy to maintain, environmentally friendly, and inexpensive to operate. From glass cabins to copper-clad treehouses, this book presents an international collection of projects from 30 influential architects and interior designers. Discover how to best use flexible spaces and maximize narrow lots. Learn how to optimize every square meter of living space, taking into account increasing ecological concerns and soaring energy costs.

Rammed earth is a technique for building walls using earth, chalk, lime, and gravel as raw materials. It is an ancient building method that has seen a renaissance in recent years as people seek greener and more sustainable building materials and natural construction methods.

Rammed earth walls are simple to construct, non-combustible, thermally massive, strong, and durable. However, without machinery, they can be labor-intensive to build and susceptible to water damage if not properly protected or maintained. Rammed earth buildings can be found on almost every continent, in diverse environments, including the temperate and humid regions of Northern Europe, arid deserts, mountainous and rural areas, and the tropics. The availability of usable soil and a building design adapted to local climatic conditions are factors that promote its use.

This book is a compilation of the most relevant international examples of this interesting construction technique.

Container architecture. Living Modular, Prefab, Affordable, Movable and Sustainable presents a form of sustainable architecture that creates a unique aesthetic through the use of recycled material. The construction process is based on building with modular elements, using containers normally used for transporting goods by sea and rail. These containers are strong, durable, affordable, easy to transport, adaptable and environmentally friendly. Their versatility makes them suitable for a wide range of applications, such as single-family homes, apartment complexes, shopping centers, offices, schools, hotels, restaurants, shelters, laboratories and even temporary architectural works.

"Concrete Architecture, Beyond Grey" is an engaging book about concrete as a versatile and sustainable building material. Discover 30 completed projects that embody the remarkable properties of concrete – think energy efficiency, safety, flexibility, and functionality. These constructions demonstrate superior thermal and acoustic performance and provide affordable housing, high-quality lofts, penthouses, extensions, and warehouses.

Whether you're a design professional, an eco-conscious homeowner, or simply someone who admires the fusion of form and function in avant-garde architecture, this book is an indispensable guide to the potential of concrete, revealing innovative applications worldwide and addressing the often-underestimated beauty and versatility of this material. It shows how concrete is used to create structures that seamlessly combine aesthetics with practicality, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Besides design, this book also highlights the environmental impact and footprint of concrete and the evolution of techniques that make it a more ecologically responsible choice as a building material. Concrete Architecture will appeal to everyone, whether you love architecture, are a designer, or are simply interested in modern building materials. It is an absolute must-read for anyone who appreciates innovation and the beauty of contemporary architecture.

Coastal Charm, Waterside Living explores the allure of waterside living, from the serene ambiance of coastal towns to the adventure of oceanfront life. Through breathtaking photography and insightful commentary, the book takes the reader on a journey to some of the world's most stunning coastal homes, from rustic seaside cottages to cliff-edge retreats and majestic beach villas, seamlessly blending with their surroundings, utilizing natural materials, and taking advantage of the magnificent coastal views.

This book is an essential guide for anyone interested in architecture, design, and coastal living, as well as a perfect gift for those who appreciate the tranquility and beauty of the sea or who want to create their own coastal paradise.

New York Style
Author: Francesc Zamora

The ultimate ode to the elegance and creativity of living in New York City.

New York Style is a breathtaking coffee table book showcasing the most exclusive apartments in New York City. From sleek modern penthouses with panoramic skyline views to characterful historic brownstones, this book offers a unique glimpse into luxury living, architecture, and interior design in the city that never sleeps.

Each page reveals meticulously decorated interiors with elegant furniture, thoughtful details, and timeless style. The photo book also shows how top designers, artists, and visionaries shape their own vision of urban elegance and high-end city living.

With rich photography and inspiring insights, New York Style is an indispensable resource for design enthusiasts, interior designers, and anyone who wants to be swept away by the glamour and sophistication of the world's most iconic city.

Why you shouldn't miss this book

• Inspiration from New York's most beautiful penthouses and brownstones
• Rich photography full of style, elegance, and urban charm
• A must-have for lovers of interior design, design, and architecture
• Perfect coffee table book to endlessly dream away with

About the author

Francesc Zamora is an architect and author specializing in contemporary living and interior design. Through his publications, he combines a keen eye for detail with a passion for stylish architecture. His work is appreciated worldwide by design enthusiasts for his accessible way of capturing the essence of modern living spaces and metropolitan elegance.

Cozy Home Decor, Warm Interior Design

Do you want to turn your house into an atmospheric and cozy place? The coffee table book Cozy Home Decor, Warm Interior Design is the ultimate source of inspiration to transform any room into a harmonious and comfortable home environment.

A home that radiates warmth
With beautifully illustrated pages, you'll discover how to use soft textures, calming color palettes, and natural elements to create a warm atmosphere. Thanks to expert interior advice, you'll learn how to smartly choose furniture, accessories, and lighting, so that your interior is not only stylish, but also inviting and feels personal.

What you'll find in this book:
- Inspiration to make every room a cozy space
- Tips for combining materials and colors for a warm look
- Affordable and practical ideas for a cozy home, regardless of the season

Whether you're an interior design enthusiast or just want to add a touch of warmth to your home, the photo book Cozy Home Decor offers creative and accessible solutions to make your house a true home.

About the author
Macarena Abascal is a passionate interior designer specializing in warm and inviting living styles. Her work focuses on creating stylish, comfortable spaces where you immediately feel at home.

The Minimalist, Interior Design Book

Create a Stylish and Serene Interior

Do you want a home that exudes peace and simplicity? The coffee table book The Minimalist, Interior Design Book will help you transform your interior with the principles of minimalist design.

Minimalism in your interior
This photo book shows you how to create a calm and elegant living environment with clean lines, neutral colors, and carefully selected objects. With inspiring photography and practical tips, you will learn how to optimize spaces for a stylish and harmonious home.

What you can expect:
- Tips for finding balance between aesthetics and functionality
- Inspiring interiors that combine simplicity and sophistication
- Practical advice for a calm and organized home

Perfect for anyone longing for a serene and stylish interior, without unnecessary clutter.

About the author
Daniela Santos is an expert in interior design and minimalist lifestyles. With her passion for simple, elegant living spaces, she inspires readers worldwide to live more consciously and calmly.

Ibiza, Designing Paradise

Where Nature and Innovation Meet

Discover the unique architecture and special design of the magical island of Ibiza in the coffee table book Ibiza, Designing Paradise. This inspiring photo book takes you through breathtaking villas and exclusive homes that capture the essence of Mediterranean architecture.

A blend of tradition and modernity
Ibiza is known for its vibrant nightlife and idyllic beaches, but it is also a breeding ground for innovative design. This book shows how architects and designers combine natural materials, sustainable techniques, and local craftsmanship to create harmonious living spaces that blend perfectly into the landscape.

What to expect:
- An exclusive look inside luxury villas and stylish homes
- Inspiration for a timeless and natural interior
- Stunning photography by Conrad White and in-depth descriptions

With Ibiza, Designing Paradise, you will experience the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance, and discover how Ibiza is not only a holiday destination but also an icon in the field of architecture and design.

About the author
Conrad White is a renowned photographer known worldwide for his eye for architecture and design. His work captures the unique atmosphere of Ibiza and brings the beauty of these special living spaces to life.

Nude Interiors
Author: Jorge Lasaosa

Discover the refined beauty of nude interior design – minimalist, sensual, and modern.

In the ever-evolving world of interior design, the term nude has taken on a new meaning. While it once stood as a synonym for austerity and simplicity, it now represents a bold reinterpretation of minimalism. Nude Interiors demonstrates how warm pastel tones, natural materials, and carefully selected design pieces come together in interiors that feel both elegant and vibrant.

This stunning coffee table book challenges the notion that minimalism equates to emptiness. Instead, it revolves around details, texture, and personality, creating spaces that exude warmth, sensuality, and character. The photo book Nude Interiors is an ode to contemporary interiors that strike a balance between tranquility and expression, perfect for lovers of modern design and stylish home inspiration.

Why this book is a must-have

• Inspiration for nude and minimalist interiors with a modern twist
• Rich photography of refined and stylish living spaces
• Ideas for color schemes, material combinations, and design accents
• An elegant coffee table book for design enthusiasts and interior professionals

About the author

Jorge Lasaosa is an interior designer and author with a keen eye for contemporary living trends. His work focuses on creating serene, stylish, and personal spaces where simplicity and sophistication reinforce each other. With Nude Interiors, he shares his vision of modern minimalism and demonstrates how soft colors, textures, and carefully chosen design objects bring an interior to life.

Living Happy in the City

Stylish and happy living in the city.

Discover how to create a stylish, functional, and happy home in the heart of bustling cities like Rome, Paris, London, Stockholm, and Barcelona. The coffee table book Living Happy in the City is an inspiring interior design book that shows how you can create a warm and personal atmosphere even in the smallest city apartments.

Smart solutions for city homes
This photo book is filled with beautifully decorated apartments that demonstrate how to make optimal use of space, enhance comfort, and express your personal style. From clever storage solutions to multifunctional furniture and creative layouts – Living Happy in the City offers countless ideas to transform your city home into an oasis of peace and joy.

What to expect:
- Inspiring interiors from the happiest cities in the world
- Practical tips for compact and stylish city apartments
- A balance between aesthetics, functionality, and comfort

Whether you live in a cozy apartment or want to breathe new life into your city home, Living Happy in the City helps you create a warm, happy, and stylish living space, perfectly adapted to dynamic city life.

About the author
David Andreu is an expert in interior design. With a passion for urban living spaces and clever furnishing solutions, he inspires city dwellers worldwide to make the most of their homes.

Vibrant Interiors, Homes with a Colorful Soul

Bring your home to life with color.

Discover the power of color and give your interior a fresh, energetic look with the coffee table book Vibrant Interiors, Homes with a Colorful Soul by Daniela Santos Quartino. This inspiring interior design book shows how bold and creative color combinations can transform any space into a vibrant and personal place.

Color as an eye-catcher in your interior
From playful, cheerful hues to deep, elegant colors – Vibrant Interiors showcases homes where color plays the leading role, enhancing both the atmosphere and the aesthetic. Whether you opt for a statement wall, striking furniture, or subtle color accents, this photo book helps you apply color in a harmonious and stylish way.

What to expect:
- Beautiful interiors where color is central
- Inspiration for playful and bold color combinations
- Tips to influence emotions and atmosphere with color
- Ideas to apply color in furniture, walls, and accessories

Whether you want to give your home a colorful boost or discover a completely new color palette, the coffee table book Vibrant Interiors offers the perfect inspiration to make your home a vibrant and stylish whole.

About the author
Daniela Santos Quartino is a renowned interior and design expert with a passion for color and atmosphere. Her work has been published worldwide and inspires interior design enthusiasts to decorate their homes with creativity and daring.

Timeless Revival, Restoring Old Houses For Modern Living

Historic homes with a modern twist

Discover how old houses are given a second life in the coffee table book Timeless Revival, Restoring Old Houses for Modern Living by Macarena Abascal Valdenebro. This inspiring photo book shows how charming properties are renovated and adapted to contemporary living requirements, without losing their authentic character.

What can you expect?
- More than 30 renovation projects with detailed photos and architectural drawings
- Clever ideas to make existing spaces more functional and stylish
- Inspiration for restoring and modernizing historic homes
- Practical tips for home improvements that add value to your property

From classic city apartments to detached houses with history – Timeless Revival shows how carefully executed restorations combine heritage with modern aesthetics and comfort. This book is a must-have for architects, interior designers, and lovers of historic architecture.

About the author
Macarena Abascal Valdenebro is a Spanish author and expert in architecture and interior design. She lives and works in Barcelona and has written several books on innovative living solutions, including Tiny Homes and Small Home Gardens. Her work has been translated and published internationally.

The Art of Country Living – Simplicity and beauty of country life

Author: Daniela Santos

Be inspired by the timeless charm of rural living. The Art of Country Living takes you to atmospheric country homes where simplicity, warmth and natural elegance are central. From English farmhouses to French country estates, each home in this beautiful coffee table book tells a story of connection with nature and living in harmony with the environment.

With a rich mix of natural materials, weathered details and stylishly decorated interiors, every page exudes tranquility and character. This book is a tribute to craftsmanship, tradition and the art of slow living, of slowing down. Perfect for lovers of country interiors, slow living and rustic elegance.

Whether you dream of your own place in the countryside or simply love the aesthetic of country living: The Art of Country Living is a stylish source of inspiration and an eye-catcher on any coffee table and in the interior.

About the author
Daniela Santos is an expert in interior design and minimalist lifestyles. With her passion for simple, elegant living spaces, she inspires readers worldwide to live more consciously and calmly.

Concrete, Mon Amour. The Raw Imprint of Modernism
Authors: gestalten & Stefano Perego

A photographic ode to brutalism and the enduring power of modernist architecture
• Impressive photography of the 20th century's boldest concrete constructions
• For lovers of architecture, design, urban exploration and brutalist heritage
• A visual reflection on the ideals and contradictions of modernism

Concrete as an art form – raw, uncompromising, and fascinating. In Concrete, Mon Amour, architectural photographer Stefano Perego masterfully captures the monumental power and poetic simplicity of brutalist architecture. From forgotten buildings to world-renowned monuments, this book reveals how the radical visual language of modernism continues to evoke emotions and provoke thought.

In diverse landscapes, urban or desolate, decayed or untouched, Perego exposes the soul of concrete. His images show the tension between decay and durability, idealism and power, grandeur and simplicity. Every building in this book tells a layered story that extends far beyond architecture alone.

What to expect:

• A photographic journey through modernist concrete architecture by Stefano Perego, inspired by the renewed fascination with brutalism in art and popular culture
• A carefully curated selection of buildings – from famous landmarks to obscure relics – that makes the tension between decay and preservation palpable
• Impressive photography that captures the raw materiality, visual language, and changing meaning of concrete architecture in diverse environments

Concrete, mon amour is an aesthetic statement and an invitation to reflect on the legacy of a bold design philosophy that still resonates in our urban landscape.

About the author

Stefano Perego is an architectural photographer from Milan, specializing in modernist, brutalist, and postmodern structures in Europe. His work is known for its ability to capture both the grandeur and fragility of architecture. With an eye for detail and composition, he invites viewers to reflect on the ideals, beauty, and contradictions of modernism. His photography is beloved worldwide by architecture enthusiasts, urban explorers, and art connoisseurs.

Creative Homes, Interiors and Design in Belgium
Authors: gestalten, Living Inside & Luc Roymans

An inspiring look into Belgium's most distinctive interiors
• 21 unique homes showcasing the versatility of Belgian design and craftsmanship
• Rich photography by Luc Roymans, specialist in interior and architecture
• Personal stories offering insight into Belgian living culture and design principles
• For lovers of aesthetics, atmosphere, creative living, and contemporary lifestyle

From urban ateliers to rural retreats, the coffee table book Creative Homes opens the doors to 21 exceptional Belgian interiors where creativity, craftsmanship, and authenticity converge. The inhabitants, including jewelers, artists, architects, and chefs, leave a strong personal mark on their living spaces with their environment. These homes tell stories: about identity, about material use, about the art of omission, and the courage to show character.

Through powerful photography and in-depth descriptions, you'll discover how historical elements and modern visions seamlessly blend. Each interior reflects a way of life centered on tranquility, aesthetics, and thoughtful design.

About the photographer: Luc Roymans

Luc Roymans (born in 1977) is a renowned Belgian photographer specializing in interior and architectural photography. He graduated in 1999 from the KDG School for Audiovisual Techniques in Antwerp. Roymans is known for his warm, accessible style and his ability to capture the soul of a space. His work has been published internationally and is beloved for his refined eye for composition, light, and detail.

Mindful Living
Author: Daniela Santos

Find peace, balance, and inspiration with this beautiful coffee table book about conscious and meaningful living.

Mindful Living invites you to slow down, breathe deeper, and embrace the art of presence. This stylishly curated photo book combines serene photography with inspiring reflections on mindfulness, self-care, and intentional living.

Discover practical tips, calming rituals, and personal stories that help you experience more inner peace and balance. Whether you give it a place in your own home or give it as a gift to a loved one, this book serves as a daily reminder to live with awareness and gratitude.

Let each page guide you towards a more harmonious and balanced lifestyle. Mindful Living is not only a coffee table book but also a source of tranquility and inspiration for those seeking more depth in daily life.

Why this book is special

• Beautiful photography that exudes peace and serenity
• Practical tips and rituals for more mindfulness and self-care
• Inspiring stories that promote inner balance
• A stylish and meaningful gift

About the Author

Daniela Santos is a writer and lifestyle expert with a passion for mindfulness, wellness, and self-care. In her work, she focuses on creating balance and meaning in a world that is constantly speeding up. With her accessible and inspiring style, she manages to translate complex themes simply and practically, making her books beloved by anyone who wants to live more consciously and in harmony.