Tigmi's Top 10 Coffee Table Books

"Books are never limited to just coffee tables in my home... sometimes they are shuffled with the season or reimagined with a change in furnishings, they are however a forever present & necessary part of the decor. My creativity has a mutually dependent relationship with books of all types and like any relationship we go through ebbs and flows of deep connection. Drawn to them as a source of inspiration, I also respect their aesthetic as a functional object and their ability to visually add to a space - the ultimate objet d'art. While I can dive deep down a Pinterest hole, it just doesn’t quite compare to both the tactile and comforting experience of holding a book in your hands. So while we’re at home (and not using the coffee table as a school desk) we’ve compiled our top 10 coffee table books – with anecdotes from design greats to dreamy travel photography, we hope you will be inspired and enlivened by the escapism they bring, at a time we need it." - Danielle McEwan, Tigmi.

Studio KO by Karl Fournier & Oliver Marty

Written by the brains behind the prominent and sought after architecture studio Studio KO, this monograph showcases their considered, tactile design with use of local and natural materials, from public projects such as the Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech and their ever growing projects in private houses including Villa E in Ourika - which we’ve had the immense pleasure of visiting. Documented beautifully by photographer Dan Glasser, you are permitted to zoom in an out on the details; the textures and materials that reference modernism and are informed by the landscape. Each page is as beautiful as the next.

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The World of Atelier Vime

A celebration of the refined artistry and timeless craftsmanship of Atelier Vime, the French design house renowned for reviving the heritage of rattan and wickerwork in contemporary interiors. The World of Atelier Vime invites readers into a world where traditional Provençal techniques meet modern sensibility - through sun-filled homes, elegant ateliers, and inspired collaborations with artists and designers.

Showcasing interiors that balance texture, warmth, and restraint, this book is both a visual journey and a testament to the enduring beauty of handwoven design. A perfect addition to any collector’s library or coffee table.

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The Pleasure of Leisure by Hotel Magique & Anna Pihan

Like a holiday postcard, THE PLEASURE OF LEISURE is a memento, a souvenir of a time under a summer sun. An ode to travel, it was created by Hotel Magique and Australian photographer Anna Pihan, who seeks aesthetic pleasure wherever she goes. Evoking limitless daydreaming, it is a blissful visual escape that feels like a holiday, leaving the sensation of sun lingering on your skin wherever you might be in the world.

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Curated Style: Artfully edited homes with Kerrie-Ann Jones

A beautifully inspiring and practical interiors guide to discovering your personal style at home. Curated Style explores stunning homes around the world, each with a unique point of view, and shares thoughtful insights on how to evolve and express your own aesthetic through design. A must-read for those looking to create spaces that feel deeply personal — and a special one for us, as it features our Tigmi project, Moda.

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Studio Shamshiri: Interiors

A masterclass in soulful design, Studio Shamshiri: Interiors captures the richly layered, narrative-driven work of Pamela Shamshiri and her celebrated Los Angeles studio. Balancing reverence for history with modern sensibility, the book showcases extraordinary homes that blend California bohemia, East Coast elegance, and European charm. Each project feels deeply personal — alive with colour, texture, and emotion — offering timeless inspiration for those who see the home as both sanctuary and self-expression.

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Under The Sun, Vol. 1 – Porsche

Under the Sun captures the thrill, freedom, and romance of the open road through the lens of Southern California Porsche culture. From sun-drenched coastlines and desert winds to city lights and tight bends, this book celebrates the hedonistic spirit of Porsche enthusiasts who live for speed, adventure, and self-determination. More than just cars, it’s a story of choice, momentum, and living life unfiltered—where the journey matters more than the destination, and the thrill of the ride is always worth it.

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Rose Uniacke: At Work

A masterclass in refined understatement, Rose Uniacke: At Work showcases the London-based designer’s signature approach to interiors and furniture. Across urban townhouses, seaside retreats, and London villas, Uniacke collaborates with clients to create calm, light-filled spaces that blend traditional details with contemporary minimalism. Sumptuously illustrated with 200 colour photographs, the book captures the serene elegance of her projects, while Uniacke’s own words guide readers through her design instincts, inspirations, and process. Complete with an index of her furniture, lighting, and textiles, this monograph is a beautifully crafted celebration of her timeless, hand-hewn style.

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Le Mediterranean

Opening Le Mediterranean feels like slipping into a sun-drenched European summer. Shot on 35mm film and Polaroid over the summers of 2021–22, Holly Chippindale captures hidden coves, nostalgic seascapes, and the kind of hotels that linger in your memory long after you’ve left. Each page is a visual exploration of Italy, Spain, Greece, and Croatia—this coffee table book is a love letter to the Mediterranean and a true celebration of European summers, both familiar and dreamt of.

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Kelly Wearstler: Synchronicity

Kelly Wearstler’s latest book, Synchronicity, is a captivating look at her most recent work, and her first new publication in four years. From the monochromatic calm of a Venice Beach home to the textured warmth of a Malibu beach house, and the dynamic new Proper Hotels in Santa Monica, Downtown LA, and Austin, Wearstler’s bold yet minimalist approach shines through. Lavishly illustrated, this volume is a visual feast and a masterclass in contemporary residential and hospitality design, offering endless inspiration for anyone passionate about style and interiors.

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Arent & Pyke: Interiors Beyond the Primary Palette

Celebrating the emotional power of design, Arent & Pyke: Interiors Beyond the Primary Palette offers a vibrant look into the world of colour, texture, and feeling. Known for creating spaces that enrich daily life, Juliette Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke reveal how the psychology of space, layered materials, and nuanced hues — think coral, nougat, and olive — come together to evoke warmth, joy, and nostalgia. Featuring their most beautiful projects with detailed insights, this book is a rich study in how thoughtful design can elevate both the home and the spirit.

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