Best Home Decorating Books of 2025

Made for Living: Collected Interiors for All Sorts of Styles is a national bestseller that provides readers with more than 250 stunning photographs of signature interiors by trendsetting designer Amber Lewis. The book teaches the art of layering, offering friendly advice on everything from choosing the perfect shade of paint to mismatching patterns with wild abandon. Lewis's eclectic approach and California cool style make this book a must-have for anyone looking to design a home that's made to be lived in. Overall, Made for Living is a well-written and beautifully designed book that is both informative and inspiring.

Live Beautiful by Athena Calderone is a beautiful coffee table book that offers a practical guide to creating a thoughtfully designed home. Calderone explores the initial spark of inspiration that incited each homeowner's design journey and breaks down the details of the rooms, offering helpful tips on how to bring elevated elements into one's own space. Filled with gorgeous photography by Nicole Franzen, this book is both a showpiece of exquisite design and a guide to creating a home that always feels like home. Overall, Live Beautiful is a great addition to any interior design enthusiast's bookshelf.

Joie: A Parisian's Guide to Celebrating the Good Life by Ajiri Aki is a beautifully photographed volume that reveals the secrets to living like a Parisian. The author shares her experiences of living in Paris and the French philosophy of celebrating the simple things in life, which is the key to their joie de vivre. The book provides practical tips on hosting the perfect apéro, thrifting for antiques, and lingering around town like a flâneur. It's not just a guide to the city, but a comprehensive guide to better living. This book is a must-read for those who want to embrace a carefree lifestyle and savor the spontaneous, joyful moments that happen every day.

Sacred Spaces: Everyday People and the Beautiful Homes Created Out of Their Trials, Healing, and Victories is a captivating photography collection that showcases how people have transformed their homes into sanctuaries. Carley Summers, an internationally renowned designer and photographer, shares her life experiences and how she uses her craft to create healing spaces. The book takes readers on a journey inside fourteen homes, each with a unique story of brokenness, hurt, and healing. Sacred Spaces is a beautiful and inspiring book that invites readers to dream of the home that will set them free.

The book "Beautifully Organized: A Guide to Function and Style in Your Home" by Nikki Boyd is a must-read for anyone looking to transform their home into a decluttered and calming space. With her experience as a professional organizer, Boyd shares her five essential steps to an organized home and provides interior design inspiration with beautiful photography on every page. The book is not just about organizing but also creating a welcoming atmosphere for family and friends. Overall, "Beautifully Organized" is a recipe for a beautiful, fulfilling life and a great addition to any gift decorating book collection.

Homebody: A Guide to Creating Spaces You Never Want to Leave is a must-read book for anyone looking to transform their home into a cozy and inviting space. Written by Joanna Gaines, the cofounder of Magnolia, this book offers practical advice on how to create a space that reflects your personality and style. With stunning photography and easy-to-follow tips, this book is a great resource for anyone looking to elevate their home decor. Harper Design did an excellent job publishing this book, making it a perfect addition to any interior design enthusiast's library.

"Arranging Things" by Colin King is a visual guide to elevating the look of our homes and enriching our lives through simple yet sophisticated vignettes. King shares his intuitive and deeply personal process of arranging objects, meditating on scale, proportion, palette, and texture. Through anecdotes and visual essays, he encourages readers to look beyond the intended use of objects and discover deeper meaning in the everyday. The book is a metaphor for life and a daily practice to be honed over time. Overall, "Arranging Things" is a beautiful and inspiring read for anyone interested in interior design and personal creativity.

Elements of Style: Designing a Home & a Life by Erin Gates is a must-read for anyone who wants to make their house feel like a home. This book is not your typical interior design guide, as the author shares her own personal experiences and struggles, making it relatable and inspiring. The book is organized by rooms in the house, and features stunning professional photographs and illustrations. Erin's witty and honest voice is refreshing and engaging. The extensive Resource and Shopping Guide is also a great addition for those embarking on their first home decorating adventure. Overall, Elements of Style is a delightful and practical guide that will help you create a space that reflects your personality and style.

A Sweet Floral Life is a must-have for anyone who loves floral arrangements. This book teaches readers how to create lifelike sugar flowers and combine them with fresh blooms to make stunning floral arrangements, regardless of season or availability. The book includes tutorials for seasonal arrangements, living and entertaining with flowers, and how to photograph flowers. Natasja Sadi, a former fashion designer, guides readers through her creative process of flower arranging and developing their personal style. What sets this book apart is the use of sugar flowers, a versatile medium with limitless possibilities. Overall, A Sweet Floral Life is a beautiful and inspiring book for anyone who loves flowers and wants to create their own floral arrangements.

The Interior Design Handbook is a comprehensive guide to achieving a balanced and beautiful home, no matter your style or living space. Author Frida Ramstedt breaks down the fundamental principles and skills of interior design, providing readers with useful rules of thumb and tricks, complete with helpful illustrations. Unlike other interior design books that focus on showcasing spectacular homes, this book offers concrete advice for ordinary houses and apartments. This useful and easy approach to interior design makes The Interior Design Handbook a must-read for anyone looking to elevate their living space.