{"id":7730,"date":"2013-02-26T14:51:04","date_gmt":"2013-02-26T14:51:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bocadolobo.com\/blog\/?p=7730"},"modified":"2013-02-26T15:24:07","modified_gmt":"2013-02-26T15:24:07","slug":"books-top-10-interior-design-books","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bocadolobo.com\/blog\/books\/books-top-10-interior-design-books\/","title":{"rendered":"Books \u2013 Top 10 Interior Design Books"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Most interior designers need inspiration and coaching in order to succeed in business and therefore they also need a proper arsenal of books. Here is\u00a0a list of ten must-have interior design books that will make your interior pop with pomp and circumstance:<\/p>\n

The Big Book of Chic<\/strong><\/a><\/em>
\nby Miles Redd, Assouline<\/p>\n

\"The Big Book of Chic by Miles Redd\"<\/a><\/p>\n

New York-based designer is known for bold color combinations, use of antiques and for possessing a magical flair for the quirky and unexpected. Glean inspiration from the luminous array of glamorous images!<\/p>\n

Celebrate a Year of Festivities for Families and Friends<\/strong><\/em><\/a>
\nby Pippa Middleton, Viking Adult<\/p>\n

\"Celebrate A Year of Festivities For Families and Friends by Pippa Middleton\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Princess Catherine<\/a>\u2019s sister has revealed the secrets to throwing a memorable event with recipes and tips that will surely inspire your next party.<\/p>\n

Simple Pleasures<\/a><\/strong><\/em>
\nby Cornelia Guest, Weinstein Books<\/p>\n

\"Simple Pleasures by Cornelia Guest\"<\/a><\/p>\n

A longtime animal rights activist, philanthropist, businesswoman and daughter of fashion icon\u00a0C. Z. Guest<\/a>\u00a0and Winston Frederick Churchill Guest, this book reveals the secrets of understated elegance minus the fussy food and pretension.<\/p>\n

A Visual Life: Scrapbooks, Collages and Inspirations<\/strong><\/a><\/em>
\nby Charlotte Moss, Rizzoli<\/p>\n

\"A Visual Life- Scrapbooks, Collages and Inspirations\"<\/a><\/p>\n

New York designer is an icon of Southern warmth \u2013 hospitality, practicality and, of course, luxury. This book is devoted to gleaning design inspiration from the personal scrapbooks and notebooks of great women of style, including\u00a0Elsie de Wolfe\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Gloria Vanderbilt<\/a>, famous mother of CNN\u2019s\u00a0Anderson Cooper<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Timeless Interiors<\/em><\/strong><\/a>
\nby Kathryn M. Ireland, Smith, Gibbs Publisher<\/p>\n

\"Timeless Interiors Kathryn M. Ireland\"<\/a><\/p>\n

One of the stars of\u00a0Bravo TV<\/a>\u2019s \u201cMillion Dollar Decorators<\/a>,\u201d this is a must-have book for all those obsessed with bohemian chic and vivid patterns like paisley, ikat, and madras.<\/p>\n

Cohler on Design<\/strong><\/em><\/a>
\nby Eric Cohler, The Monacelli Press<\/p>\n

\"Cohler on Design by Eric Cohler\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Famous for his expert mixing of high- and low-end pieces, Cohler is a master at capturing an individual client\u2019s personality and style. This dynamic visual tour de force is chock full of accessible tips and tricks that will help to make your design idea into a fantastic reality.<\/p>\n

Ann Getty: Interior Style<\/strong><\/em><\/a>
\nby Diane Dorrans Saeks, Rizzoli<\/p>\n

\"Ann Getty- Interior Style by Diane Dorrans Saeks\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Get an insider\u2019s view of the exquisite designs of influential designer and philanthropist Ann Getty. This is a perfect read for those obsessed with the highest level of craftsmanship and incredibly rare antiques.<\/p>\n

La Formentera<\/strong><\/em><\/a>
\nby Juan Montoya, The Monacelli Press<\/p>\n

\"La Formentera by Juan Montoya\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Benefit from a rare opportunity to see the interior of a gorgeously charming, rustic stone-and-wood house designed by Juan Montoya.<\/p>\n

Interior Design & Inspiration<\/strong><\/em><\/a>
\nby Lars Bolander, teNeues<\/p>\n

\"Interior Design & Inspiration by Lars Bolander\"<\/a>The pioneer of Swedish design shares his passionate, eclectic and highly personal interiors in this stunning showcase. Featuring a vibrant mix of comfort, adventure and art, discover a fascinating collection of images that accurately highlight the creative gifts of this gifted decorator.<\/p>\n

American Beauty<\/strong><\/em><\/a>
\nby Thom Felicia, Random House, Inc<\/p>\n

\"American Beauty by Thom Felicia\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Featuring a foreward by \u201c30Rock<\/a>\u201d star\u00a0Tina Fey<\/a>, the book illustrates the renovation project of a weathered-looking house located in an idyllic village near Syracuse, New York. Best known as the design expert on TV\u2019s \u201cQueer Eye for\u00a0the Straight Guy<\/a>\u201c, Felicia transforms the house into a quirky abode that redefines \u2018Americana.\u2019<\/p>\n

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