Books by Gestalten

Herrlich Hosting. Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime
Authors: gestalten & Hannah Kleeberg

Herrlich Hosting. Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime is a contemporary coffee table book about hospitality, food, and togetherness, where atmosphere and feeling are more important than etiquette and perfection. In her debut book, Berlin-based food creative Hannah Kleeberg shows how hosting can evolve into a form of self-expression—playful, stylish, and personal.

This photo book is not about fine dining, but about fun dining: meals as moments, recipes as memories, and tables as creative stages. With a fresh, idiosyncratic perspective, Kleeberg combines food, styling, and rituals into a new language of communal eating, where spontaneity and pleasure are central. Butter becomes sculpture, table settings become scenography, and every gathering takes on its own character.

Herrlich Hosting invites you to let go and experiment. The richly illustrated chapters showcase imaginative settings, seasonal recipes, and accessible ideas that can be applied in any home and at any time. This makes the book not only an inspiring coffee table book but also a practical guide for anyone who loves to bring people together in a personal and creative way.

Perfect for lovers of food, interior design, styling, design, and modern hospitality.

What to expect

• A visually inspiring journey through creative dining tables and intimate settings
• Hosting ideas focused on atmosphere, ritual, and feeling rather than perfection
• Simple, seasonal recipes for spontaneous dinners and informal gatherings
• A fresh perspective on table decoration, food, and togetherness as a lifestyle

About the Author

Hannah Kleeberg is a Berlin-based food creative and founder of Herrlich Dining, a culinary studio that approaches food as an art form. Her work is known for the playful, stylish, and accessible way she combines food, fashion, and design. With her distinctive aesthetic and creative concepts, she works for international brands, events, and a large online community of over 250,000 followers. In 2024, she opened Studio Herrlich in Berlin, a creative meeting place where even artists like Dua Lipa come to enjoy her iconic potato salad. With Herrlich Hosting, Kleeberg confirms her position as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary food and lifestyle culture.

Côte d’Azur Living, The Residences and Interiors of the French Riviera
Compiled by: Gestalten & Harriet Thorpe

Explore the cultural soul of the Côte d'Azur through the lens of architectural and interior stories. For centuries, the French Riviera has been known as a place of relaxation, inspiration, and luxury. This book takes you to the region's most iconic homes, from the 18th century to the present, revealing the architectural styles and interior designs that make the Côte d'Azur so unique.

What to expect?

• An in-depth look at the architecture and interior designs of the French Riviera, from historic country houses to contemporary villas.
• Insight into the cultural influences that shape the architectural style of this exclusive region.
• Contributions from renowned experts in design and architecture.

From Menton to Arles, Côte d’Azur Living offers a carefully curated selection of unique homes, enriched with stunning photography that reflects the charm of the region. The book provides a rare glimpse into the design world of France's most prestigious and beloved coastal area.

About the author:
Harriet Thorpe is a writer, journalist, and editor specializing in architecture and design. After her career in London, she has recently spent more time in the South of France. Her work has been published in leading magazines such as Wallpaper, The World of Interiors, and Icon, as well as in Gestalten's Concrete Jungle.

A must-have for lovers of design, architecture, and the unique charm of the French Riviera.

A Spoonful of Sun – New Edition, Mediterranean Cookbook for All Seasons
Auteurs: gestalten & Pauline Chardin

A Spoonful of Sun – New Edition is een stijlvol kookboek en inspirerend koffietafelboek waarin de ontspannen mediterrane levensstijl centraal staat. Met heerlijke seizoensrecepten, sfeervolle fotografie en aandacht voor tafeldecoratie, natuur en ambacht laat dit boek zien dat eten veel meer is dan koken alleen. Het is een viering van eenvoud, gastvrijheid en genieten van het leven.

Auteur Pauline Chardin neemt je mee naar het zonnige Middellandse Zeegebied, waar verse, lokale ingrediënten de basis vormen voor smaakvolle en toegankelijke gerechten. De recepten zijn grotendeels vegetarisch, eenvoudig te bereiden en afgestemd op de seizoenen. Hierdoor kun je het hele jaar door genieten van de pure smaken en gezonde ingrediënten waar de mediterrane keuken wereldwijd om wordt geprezen.

Maar A Spoonful of Sun gaat verder dan recepten alleen. Het boek laat zien hoe de omgeving, het landschap en de sfeer bijdragen aan een complete culinaire beleving. Prachtige fotografie van mediterrane tuinen, sfeervol gedekte tafels, handgemaakt keramiek en subtiele bloemstukken inspireert om van iedere maaltijd een bijzonder moment te maken.

Met zijn warme uitstraling en elegante vormgeving is dit boek zowel een praktisch kookboek als een luxe koffietafelboek. Het nodigt uit om bewust te koken, samen te eten en de schoonheid van het mediterrane leven naar je eigen keuken en eettafel te brengen.

Wat je kunt verwachten

• Heerlijke mediterrane recepten voor elk seizoen
• Overwegend vegetarische gerechten met verse, lokale ingrediënten
• Prachtige fotografie van gerechten, landschappen en sfeervolle tafelschikkingen
• Inspiratie voor tafeldecoratie, keramiek en bloemarrangementen
• Tips om de mediterrane levensstijl en gastvrijheid thuis te beleven
• Een stijlvolle combinatie van kookboek, lifestyle en design
• Een luxe koffietafelboek voor liefhebbers van koken, interieur en reizen

Waarom dit boek een must-have is

A Spoonful of Sun – New Edition is veel meer dan een kookboek. Het is een ode aan de mediterrane manier van leven, waarin goed eten, schoonheid en samenzijn centraal staan. De combinatie van toegankelijke recepten, sfeervolle fotografie en inspirerende lifestylebeelden maakt dit boek een bron van inspiratie voor iedereen die houdt van puur koken en stijlvol tafelen.

Of je nu een liefhebber bent van de mediterrane keuken, graag vegetarisch kookt of op zoek bent naar ideeën voor een sfeervolle eettafel, dit boek biedt volop inspiratie. Dankzij de hoogwaardige fotografie en elegante vormgeving is het bovendien een prachtig koffietafelboek dat je telkens opnieuw uitnodigt om te bladeren, te koken en te genieten.

Over de auteurs

gestalten is een internationaal gerenommeerde uitgeverij die bekendstaat om haar hoogwaardige koffietafelboeken over design, architectuur, fotografie, reizen, gastronomie en lifestyle. De uitgever werkt samen met creatieve makers van over de hele wereld en publiceert inspirerende boeken waarin inhoud, fotografie en vormgeving naadloos samenkomen.

Pauline Chardin is een Franse creatief directeur, culinair expert, stylist en fotograaf. Haar werk verscheen onder meer in toonaangevende lifestyle- en designmagazines zoals MilK Magazine, AD (Architectural Digest) en Ignant. Vanuit haar zelf ontworpen woning in de Provence laat zij zich dagelijks inspireren door de mediterrane natuur, lokale ingrediënten en de kunst van eenvoudig, smaakvol leven. Haar passie voor koken, styling en fotografie komt in A Spoonful of Sun op prachtige wijze samen.

A Spoonful of Sun – New Edition, Mediterranean Cookbook for All Seasons is een onmisbaar boek voor liefhebbers van de mediterrane keuken, seizoenskoken, interieur, lifestyle en design. Een sfeervolle uitgave vol heerlijke recepten, prachtige fotografie en inspiratie om het hele jaar door te genieten van de zon, smaken en gastvrijheid van het Middellandse Zeegebied.

Sourdough For All – 50 recipes for every level of sourdough baker
Author: Kenny Jakobsson

Learn to bake sourdough bread at your own pace – from starter to perfectly risen, artisanal loaves.
• More than 50 accessible recipes for every home baker
• From classic country loaves to stout beer bread and cheddar-jalapeño sourdough
• Includes clever tips for creatively reusing leftover bread

Baking sourdough bread doesn't have to be complicated. In the coffee table book Sourdough For All, Swedish baker Kenny Jakobsson shows that anyone can do it, with a little patience, attention, and love for the process. Whether you're just starting your first sourdough starter or you're already experienced and want to take your baking to the next level: this book offers clear explanations, step-by-step recipes, and plenty of inspiration.

With over 50 recipes, you'll learn the art of classic country bread, as well as surprising variations like wheat baguettes with beer, sourdough bread with stout, and savory creations like cheddar-jalapeño. There's also plenty for those with a sweet tooth, including a unique sourdough variant of cinnamon rolls. Additionally, you'll get smart tips to combat food waste: transform old bread into croutons, breadcrumbs, or even 'bun crusts'.

What to expect:

• Accessible sourdough recipes for beginners and advanced bakers
• Step-by-step instructions to maintain your starter and learn to ferment
• Creative ways to use up leftover bread so nothing goes to waste
• Inspiration for both savory and sweet sourdough bakes

About the author:

Kenny Jakobsson is a self-taught baker from Kullavik, Sweden, south of Gothenburg. What started as a hobby in his own kitchen grew into a small-scale bakery and popular YouTube channels where he shares his passion with thousands of followers. Before becoming a full-time baker, Kenny worked as a chef, graphic designer, and in the film industry—experiences he now combines in his flavorful, visually appealing bakes.

Warpaint – Male Makeup and Identity Through Time
Authors: gestalten & Joshua Sims

Warpaint – Male Makeup and Identity Through Time is a stimulating and visually powerful coffee table book that reveals the often-underexposed history of male makeup and self-adornment. From ancient rituals and war paint to glam rock, punk, pop icons and contemporary street culture: this book shows how men throughout time used makeup to express identity, power, rebellion and belonging.

Through rich visual selections and sharp cultural analyses, Warpaint explores the male face and body as a canvas for transformation. Makeup proves to be not only an aesthetic choice but also a social, political and psychological statement. At a time when masculinity is being redefined and the market for men's grooming and cosmetics is growing strongly, this photo book offers a timely and in-depth reflection on appearance as both conformity and rebellion.

With historical objects, archive images and contemporary photography, Warpaint connects past and present. The result is an inspiring coffee table book for lovers of fashion, culture, identity, subcultures and social history.

What to expect

• A cultural history of male makeup, from ritual body paint to modern street style
• Images of historical artifacts, archives, and contemporary male makeup and body art
• Insightful essays on power, identity, masculinity, and expression
• A unique perspective on beauty, self-image, and cultural codes

About the authors

gestalten is an internationally renowned publisher from Berlin, founded in 1995. The brand is known for high-quality coffee table books on design, fashion, architecture, art and visual culture. Gestalten collaborates with leading creative thinkers and makers, translating cultural developments into books with a strong visual and substantive impact.

Joshua Sims is a journalist and author specializing in style, design, and subcultures. In his work, he explores the relationship between fashion, identity, and social norms, with a particular focus on masculinity and the social significance of clothing and appearance. He has written extensively on menswear and the evolution of male self-expression and is considered a perceptive commentator on contemporary culture.

Herrlich Hosting. Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime
Authors: gestalten & Hannah Kleeberg

Herrlich Hosting. Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime is a contemporary coffee table book about hospitality, food, and togetherness, where atmosphere and feeling are more important than etiquette and perfection. In her debut book, Berlin-based food creative Hannah Kleeberg shows how hosting can evolve into a form of self-expression—playful, stylish, and personal.

This photo book is not about fine dining, but about fun dining: meals as moments, recipes as memories, and tables as creative stages. With a fresh, idiosyncratic perspective, Kleeberg combines food, styling, and rituals into a new language of communal eating, where spontaneity and pleasure are central. Butter becomes sculpture, table settings become scenography, and every gathering takes on its own character.

Herrlich Hosting invites you to let go and experiment. The richly illustrated chapters showcase imaginative settings, seasonal recipes, and accessible ideas that can be applied in any home and at any time. This makes the book not only an inspiring coffee table book but also a practical guide for anyone who loves to bring people together in a personal and creative way.

Perfect for lovers of food, interior design, styling, design, and modern hospitality.

What to expect

• A visually inspiring journey through creative dining tables and intimate settings
• Hosting ideas focused on atmosphere, ritual, and feeling rather than perfection
• Simple, seasonal recipes for spontaneous dinners and informal gatherings
• A fresh perspective on table decoration, food, and togetherness as a lifestyle

About the Author

Hannah Kleeberg is a Berlin-based food creative and founder of Herrlich Dining, a culinary studio that approaches food as an art form. Her work is known for the playful, stylish, and accessible way she combines food, fashion, and design. With her distinctive aesthetic and creative concepts, she works for international brands, events, and a large online community of over 250,000 followers. In 2024, she opened Studio Herrlich in Berlin, a creative meeting place where even artists like Dua Lipa come to enjoy her iconic potato salad. With Herrlich Hosting, Kleeberg confirms her position as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary food and lifestyle culture.

Ten Years in North Korea

There are few countries in the world that remain so closed that almost no one from outside gains insight. North Korea is certainly one of the most secluded. The dictatorship, which has been ruled by the same family for generations, prohibits almost all contact beyond its borders, isolating 26 million inhabitants from the rest of humanity. This is why Xiomara Bender's photo book "Waiting for the Rainbow" is so valuable, as it deals with the Korean region in a very honest way.

The author portrays the lives and daily routines of the people in this country, which few get the chance to know. She wants to draw attention to the many destinies and the changes of recent years, which in this strict dictatorship are only possible in subtle micro-steps. Through her photographic journey through time, her readers can witness this transformation that brings hope. People who appear more self-assured as the book progresses, a smile that turns into laughter, clothing that gradually reflects more fashion than uniformity. All of this is shown to us by the author in emotionally resonant images.

Over almost ten years, Bender undertook nine trips to North Korea to bring back this unique photo documentation. The award-winning artist wants to break through the culture of deliberate ignorance about North Korea with her work and, without reproach, draw attention to the unvarnished daily lives of the people who live there and their state-orchestrated routines.

In addition to the moving images, the author encourages reflection through many short texts, without coming across as didactic. Her language is art, which opens up to those who pave the way.

Herrlich Hosting. Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime
Authors: gestalten & Hannah Kleeberg

Herrlich Hosting. Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime is a contemporary coffee table book about hospitality, food, and togetherness, where atmosphere and feeling are more important than etiquette and perfection. In her debut book, Berlin-based food creative Hannah Kleeberg shows how hosting can evolve into a form of self-expression—playful, stylish, and personal.

This photo book is not about fine dining, but about fun dining: meals as moments, recipes as memories, and tables as creative stages. With a fresh, idiosyncratic perspective, Kleeberg combines food, styling, and rituals into a new language of communal eating, where spontaneity and pleasure are central. Butter becomes sculpture, table settings become scenography, and every gathering takes on its own character.

Herrlich Hosting invites you to let go and experiment. The richly illustrated chapters showcase imaginative settings, seasonal recipes, and accessible ideas that can be applied in any home and at any time. This makes the book not only an inspiring coffee table book but also a practical guide for anyone who loves to bring people together in a personal and creative way.

Perfect for lovers of food, interior design, styling, design, and modern hospitality.

What to expect

• A visually inspiring journey through creative dining tables and intimate settings
• Hosting ideas focused on atmosphere, ritual, and feeling rather than perfection
• Simple, seasonal recipes for spontaneous dinners and informal gatherings
• A fresh perspective on table decoration, food, and togetherness as a lifestyle

About the Author

Hannah Kleeberg is a Berlin-based food creative and founder of Herrlich Dining, a culinary studio that approaches food as an art form. Her work is known for the playful, stylish, and accessible way she combines food, fashion, and design. With her distinctive aesthetic and creative concepts, she works for international brands, events, and a large online community of over 250,000 followers. In 2024, she opened Studio Herrlich in Berlin, a creative meeting place where even artists like Dua Lipa come to enjoy her iconic potato salad. With Herrlich Hosting, Kleeberg confirms her position as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary food and lifestyle culture.

Stillness, An Exploration of Japanese Aesthetics in Architecture and Design

Discover the refined beauty of Japanese aesthetics through the unique Scandinavian lens of Norm Architects.

After more than a decade of travel, study, and creative collaboration with Japan, Norm Architects shares their vision of the Japanese traditions that have shaped their contemporary projects. The coffee table book Stillness offers a visually rich account of visits to Japanese landscapes, architecture, and cultural sites. It reveals how Japanese influences have become an integral part of projects such as the Äng restaurant in Sweden and the Heatherhill Beach House in Denmark.

The photo book uncovers an intriguing dialogue between images of Japan and the work of Norm Architects. This visual combination highlights the age-old connections between the design traditions of Japan and Scandinavia, with mutual respect and shared philosophies at their core. Enriched with insights from experts from both regions, Stillness offers a deep understanding of essential design principles and an ode to Japanese beauty.

More than a coffee table book: Stillness is a personal journey, an aesthetic manifesto, and a tribute to one of the most admired creative cultures in the world.

About Norm Architects
Norm Architects, based in Copenhagen and founded in 2008, is a leading agency in architecture, interior design, product design, and photography. Their work is characterized by a balance between richness and simplicity, order and complexity. Through years of close collaboration with Japanese designers and building upon centuries of cultural exchange between Japan and Scandinavia, Norm Architects has developed a unique design philosophy that brings together serene beauty and timeless elegance.

With Stillness, Norm Architects invites you to discover the harmonious connection between two worlds and be inspired by the timeless principles of Japanese aesthetics.

Surf Shacks Vol. 3, Exploring the Spirit of Coastal Living
Authors: gestalten & Matt Titone

Surf Shacks Vol. 3 continues the beloved Surf Shacks series, delving deeper into the world of surfers, their homes, and the creative coastal lifestyle. This coffee table book shows how surf culture is not only played out on the water but also expressed in architecture, interior design, community, and a conscious way of life.

From airy beach cabins in California and handmade shelters in Hawaii to contemporary design retreats in Portugal and Panama: Surf Shacks Vol. 3 brings together an eclectic mix of places and personalities. The focus is not only on the residents themselves but also on the architects, designers, and builders who are shaping a new generation of surf-inspired homes.

With documentary photography, intimate portraits, and cultural context, this third volume paints a rich and authentic picture of modern coastal living. This photo book shows where creativity, simplicity, and connection come together, and how living by the sea remains a source of inspiration for creators worldwide. A must-have for lovers of surf culture, coastal design, and slow living.

What to expect

• An inspiring journey through surf culture as a lifestyle and architectural expression
• Exclusive insights into the homes of surfers, artists, and creators from California to Portugal
• Focus on innovative architects, designers, and builders in surf-oriented living
• High-quality photography and personal stories about living in harmony with the coast
• A stylish coffee table book about creativity, community, and coastal living

About the authors

gestalten is a leading international publisher from Berlin, known for its visually strong and content-rich books on design, architecture, travel, and contemporary culture. The Surf Shacks series is among their most iconic publications.

Matt Titone is a designer, creative director, and passionate surfer. He effortlessly moves between branding, editorial storytelling, and surf culture. As the founder of Indoek and co-founder of ITAL / C Studio, he has been documenting the cross-pollination between creativity and life by the sea for over a decade. With the Surf Shacks series, he has established himself as one of the most important chroniclers of modern coastal living.

Designed to Stay, The Design Hotels™ Book
Authors: gestalten & Design Hotels™

More than a stay, a journey through the world's most beautiful design hotels.
• Explore 300+ unique hotels where architecture, culture, and experience merge
• An inspiring look at contemporary hospitality and interior design
• For lovers of travel, design, lifestyle, and architecture

Designed to Stay is a visual and substantive ode to the world of Design Hotels™, a global collection of over 300 independent hotels distinguished by innovative design, local embeddedness, and authentic hospitality. Each hotel is a creative masterpiece, designed by passionate hoteliers - the so-called Originals - who translate their personal vision into a unique place full of character.

Whether it's a hidden gem in the heart of a bustling metropolis or a secluded retreat in harmony with nature: each hotel tells its own story. In this coffee table book, you'll discover accommodation concepts that go beyond just spending the night. They invite connection, reflection, and discovery.

With breathtaking photography, inspiring stories, and sharp insights, Designed to Stay shows how contemporary hospitality is evolving into an art of experience, where aesthetics, emotion, and location converge.

What to expect:

• A carefully curated selection of Design Hotels™ worldwide, from urban hotspots to remote havens
• Impressive photography that brings the atmosphere, design, and character of each location to life
• Stories behind the hotels, focusing on architecture, culture, and the vision of the founders

About the authors:

Design Hotels™ has been a leading platform since 1993 for independent hotels that prioritize design and local culture. The collection now comprises over 300 hotels worldwide, from avant-garde city hotels in New York, Paris, and Tokyo to serene retreats on hidden beaches or mountaintops. Each hotel is a personal translation of the hotelier's vision, an ode to uniqueness, authenticity, and sensory experience. Together with publisher Gestalten, known for their visually powerful lifestyle books, they bundle their passion for travel, aesthetics, and meaningful hospitality in the photo book Designed to Stay.