5 collectible books for design and interior design lovers
In the heart of Palermo Soho , behind a typical PH facade, Le Book Marque It proposes a different experience: a bookstore that feels like an art gallery, where books are displayed as unique pieces and each title seems to have been chosen with a precise aesthetic sense.
In this recycled house—which was once a printing press—everything is designed to celebrate the beauty of paper and design: white dominates, light wood adds warmth, and yellow accents burst forth energetically among shelves full of large-format volumes , striking covers, and typography that invites browsing.
The women behind this space are Gabriela Haro de la Peña and Verónica Ale Ulloa , two Mexicans who have lived in Buenos Aires for years and turned their shared passion for coffee table books into a business that grew steadily to become a leading name in the world of design, fashion, photography, and art publishing. What began in their living rooms is now a street-level shop with over 500 titles in its catalog , each selected with a curatorial approach that combines content, quality, and aesthetics.
The spirit of Le Book Marque lies in the details: yellow—its signature color—appears on doors, signs, and archways as a nod of optimism; natural textures and uncluttered spaces invite you to lose yourself among the shelves; and the overall atmosphere conveys a sophisticated calm reminiscent of museum bookstores. “ We wanted the books to be the protagonists ,” they explain, and they succeeded: every table, every corner, every open cover revealing a chosen page seems to tell a different visual story.
With this same sensitivity that guides their physical space, Gabriela and Verónica selected for this article their five favorite books on design , pieces that inspire, decorate and, above all, invite us to look at spaces in a different way.
It is an editorial gem from the mastermind behind the influential Petite Passport magazine : Pauline Egge.
It's not just a travel book; it's An exquisite curation that captures the essence of 45 European destinations where design and the lodging experience merge in a single, powerful idea.
An inexhaustible source of inspiration that invites you to stay a little longer, to appreciate every detail and to dream about your next designer retreat .”
From soulful boutique hotels to intimate guesthouses, each space selected by Egge is a tangible reflection of its creators' dreams and vision. It's a deep dive into architecture that whispers stories and aesthetics that captivate.
It's a passport to the era that redefined the home. This movement wasn't just about furniture; it was a philosophy that elevated comfort, beauty, and functionality to the category of everyday art .
Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts, to discover why this style remains synonymous with timeless modernity and a safe investment in elegance .”
Through its pages, the Golden Age of design is explored in a comprehensive compilation of over 300 creators . From iconic silhouettes by celebrities like Eames and Gio Ponti to lesser-known talents, the book unravels how their clean lines and masterful use of fine materials continue to set the standard in global design.
In a world of fleeting trends, designer Charlotte Coote invites us to rediscover The inexhaustible source of beauty: nature.
In a sophisticated proposal for interior design to return to its botanical origins, Coote demonstrates how the magic of flora, its vibrant colors, organic textures and unparalleled patterns, has the power to transform any environment into an authentic refuge.
A must-read for those seeking to fill their home with life, peace, and a beauty that only nature can offer .”
More than a guide, it's an inspiration for creating spaces that exude harmony, authenticity, and serenity. Through magnificent illustrations, detailed mood boards , and practical tips, it teaches you how to integrate natural elements to design interiors that last , transcending fleeting trends.
This book invites you on a dazzling journey through the Côte d'Azur region, revealing how Design and culture intertwine to forge one of the most inspiring destinations on the planet.
Capturing the luminous and sophisticated spirit of the French Riviera, the tour takes you through its iconic houses, legendary gardens and spaces that breathe history and unmistakable style.
A place in the world that is much more than a luxury postcard; it is a cultural invention and a muse that has enchanted literature, film, and art for centuries.
Between classic charm and radiant modernity, this book is a window into legendary residences, proving that the Côte d'Azur is not just a place, but a masterpiece of aesthetics and the art of living .
The universe of repetition and rhythm celebrates design through prints in this book
Pattern Design is a visual treasure that It compiles more than 1,500 patterns from different eras and cultures. Explore the diversity that ranges from the sophistication of floral motifs to the vitality of geometric, abstract and figurative patterns.
It allows us to discover how repetition, a constant in both nature and art, is the key to generating rhythm, movement, and vitality in any design.
Essential for designers and enthusiasts: an inexhaustible source of inspiration that reveals the narrative power of repeated forms .”
The idea it presents goes beyond mere ornamentation. It offers a fascinating journey through history, highlighting great masters like William Morris and Sonia Delaunay , and demonstrating how pattern is, in essence, a universal form of visual expression.
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