As an interior designer, it is important to constantly stay inspired and keep up-to-date with the latest trends and techniques in the industry. One of the best ways to do this is by reading interior design books. These books provide not only stunning visual inspiration, but also valuable insights and advice from experts in the field. In this article, we have compiled a list of 25 of the best interior design books to inspire your next project.
By Deborah Needleman, Sara Ruffin Costello, and Dara Caponigro
This book is a comprehensive guide to decorating your home, perfect for both beginners and experienced designers. It covers everything from choosing a color palette to arranging furniture, and features inspiring images of real homes styled by top designers.
By Nathan Williams
This book presents a collection of casual and comfortable interiors that emphasize simplicity and natural tones. The Kinfolk Home showcases how to create inviting spaces that promote a slower, more meaningful way of living.
By Erin Gates
Erin Gates is a well-known interior designer and blogger, and this book is a reflection of her journey. Elements of Style offers insights on how to create a home that reflects your personality and lifestyle, with practical tips on budgeting, DIY projects, and design principles.
By Betsey Johnson and Mark D. Sikes
In Living Color is a celebration of vibrant and bold interior design, featuring stunning photographs and expert advice from two renowned designers. This book shows how to use color to transform any space, with tips on choosing the right hues and mixing patterns.
By Justina Blakeney
Justina Blakeney is a champion of bohemian style, and her book is a guide to creating free-spirited and eclectic interiors. The New Bohemians Handbook offers practical advice on everything from plant care to weaving, as well as inspiring images of homes that embody the boho aesthetic.
By Christiane Lemieux
This book showcases timeless and classic design elements, providing inspiration for creating elegant and refined interiors. The Finer Things features beautifully styled rooms, along with practical advice on how to incorporate timeless pieces into your home.
By Deborah Needleman
This book is all about embracing imperfection and creating homes that feel personal and unique. The Perfectly Imperfect Home offers tips on how to mix high-end and low-end pieces, as well as advice on incorporating vintage and handmade items into your decor.
By Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin
The Home Edit is a practical guide to organizing your home, with tips on decluttering, creating storage solutions, and maintaining order. This book features inspiring photos of beautifully organized spaces, along with expert advice from two professional organizers.
By Joanna Gaines
Joanna Gaines is a well-known home renovation and design guru, and her book is a comprehensive guide to creating cozy and inviting interiors. Homebody features beautiful photos of rooms that are both stylish and functional, along with helpful design tips and insights.
By Julie Carlson and Margot Guralnick
Remodelista is a popular blog, and this book is a collection of their best tips and tricks for creating an organized and functional home. The Organized Home offers ideas for storage solutions, cleaning routines, and decluttering techniques, along with inspiring photos of well-designed spaces.
By Naomi Cleaver
The Joy of Home is a guide to creating homes that are not only attractive, but also bring joy and well-being to their residents. This book explores the relationship between design and well-being, with tips on everything from choosing colors to incorporating natural materials into your decor.
By Toni Hammersley
This book is a comprehensive guide to organizing your entire home, with tips on everything from cleaning and decluttering to creating storage solutions. The Complete Book of Home Organization features easy-to-follow instructions and inspiring photos of organized spaces.
By Maxwell Ryan and Janel Laban
Apartment Therapy is a popular website, and this book is a collection of their best tips and advice for creating a beautiful and comfortable home. Complete and Happy Home features inspiring photos of real homes, along with practical advice on decorating, organizing, and renovating.
By Rebecca Atwood
Living with Pattern is a guide to incorporating pattern into your home decor, with tips on choosing, mixing, and matching different prints and textures. This book features inspiring photos of homes styled by top designers, along with practical advice for creating eye-catching spaces.
By Liz Marie Galvan
Cozy White Cottage is a guide to creating warm and inviting homes, with tips on decorating, organizing, and DIY projects. This book features inspiring photos of cozy and comfortable spaces, along with practical advice for creating a home that is both beautiful and functional.
By Myquillyn Smith
The Nesting Place is a guide to embracing imperfection and creating homes that are both beautiful and functional. This book features inspiring photos of real homes, along with practical advice on everything from decorating on a budget to dealing with clutter.
By Vern Yip
Vern Yip is a well-known interior designer, and his book is a comprehensive guide to creating beautiful and stylish homes. Design Wise offers practical advice on everything from color palettes to furniture placement, along with inspiring photos of well-designed spaces.
By Niki Brantmark
The Scandinavian Home is a guide to creating minimalist and stylish interiors, inspired by the bright and airy spaces of Scandinavian design. This book features inspiring photos of real homes, along with practical advice on how to recreate the Scandinavian aesthetic in your own home.
By Melissa Michaels
The Inspired Room is a guide to creating comfortable and welcoming homes, with practical advice on everything from decorating to cleaning. This book features inspiring photos of real homes, along with tips on how to create a home that is both beautiful and functional.
By Dwell Magazine
The New Modern is a guide to creating modern and stylish interiors, with practical advice on everything from choosing furniture to using color and pattern. This book features inspiring photos of real homes, along with expert design advice from Dwell Magazine.
By Molly Nolte
This book is a comprehensive guide to using ceramic tile in your home decor, with tips on everything from choosing the right tiles to installing them. The Complete Guide to Decorating with Ceramic Tile features inspiring photos of well-designed spaces, along with expert advice from a tile industry professional.
By Justina Blakeney
New Bohemians is a guide to creating eclectic and free-spirited interiors, with practical advice on everything from mixing patterns to incorporating vintage finds. This book features inspiring photos of real homes, along with tips on how to create a bohemian aesthetic in your own space.
By Grace Bonney
Design Sponge is a well-known design blog, and this book is a collection of their best tips and advice for creating beautiful and functional homes. Design Sponge at Home features inspiring photos of real homes, along with practical advice on everything from DIY projects to vintage shopping.
By Whitney Leigh Morris
Small Space Style is a guide to creating stylish and functional homes in small spaces. This book features inspiring photos of real homes, along with practical advice on how to make the most of your space and create a home that is both beautiful and functional.
By Scott Shrader
The Art of Outdoor Living is a guide to creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces, with tips on everything from garden design to furniture selection. This book features inspiring photos of well-designed outdoor spaces, along with practical advice on how to create your own outdoor oasis.
No matter what your design style or budget, there is a interior design book out there for you. These 25 books offer inspiration and practical advice for creating beautiful and functional spaces, and are sure to help you take your next interior design project to the next level.
