A well-worn library is less about perfection and more about patina. Think low-slung leather chairs, mismatched wooden stools, iron reading lamps and bookshelves that feel built in even if they’re not. Add a wool throw, a hand-thrown ceramic cup and a creaky ladder (preferably one that leans). It’s about warmth, weight and a whisper of woodsmoke, even if the fire is electric.
Distinctly American: Houses and Interiors by Hendricks Churchill by Heide Hendricks and Rafe Churchill | Rizzoli
Known for its authentic and emotionally resonant designs, Hendricks Churchill presents its recent projects — both country and city residences — that effortlessly combine the disciplines of vernacular architecture and decoration in a purely American way.
Book Nook Up Close | For design duo Hendricks Churchill, rustic means curious and curated, a blend of rich materials and imaginative objects. The custom library bookcases are painted in Farrow & Ball’s Studio Green. The antique wood and dark green painted millwork bring a rustic coziness that is further complemented by a fireside perch from RT Facts, plush Scalamandré pillows, and an emerald-green velvet sofa from Chairish. The roman shades are made in a Morris & Co. fabric, and the vintage ottoman was upholstered in an antique Sumak rug. Photo by Chris Mottalini
Modern West by Chase Reynolds Ewald | Gibbs Smith
Modern West celebrates fifteen elegant, modern homes in breathtaking western settings, including Park City, Big Sky, Jackson, West Yellowstone, Sun Valley and Santa Fe. Chosen for proximity to skiing, lake views and mountain living, these homes are carefully crafted, professionally built, and expertly designed to highlight western living.
Alpine Refuges: The Architecture and Culture of Mountain Shelters | gestalten
In the rugged embrace of the mountains, alpine refuges stand as symbols of human ingenuity and resilience. These sleek and modern sanctuaries, others rustic and timeless, bridge the divide between nature’s majesty and humanity’s need for shelter, offering a place to rest and a gateway to adventure.
Bring The Outside In: Biophilic Design for a Naturally Beautiful Home by Abi Dare | Ryland Peters & Small
Nature provides ample inspiration for our homes, and a biophilic approach to design has been shown to enhance our mental and physical wellbeing. But there is more to it than adding lots of plants. Here, Abi Dare explores how to create an inviting home that makes subtle references to the natural world.
Material Wonder: The Interiors of Fiona Lynch by Fiona Lynch | Thames & Hudson
Fiona Lynch is renowned for her mastery of materiality and mood. Offering an intimate look at her process, where every project begins with deep research, sketching and an intuitive connection to materials, this monograph offers a rare glimpse into the visionary designer’s world, where stone, metal, wood, and textiles are shaped into interiors of quiet complexity and lasting beauty.
Rustic Modern by Chase Reynolds Ewald | Gibbs Smith
An intimate peek into rustic modern private homes and other properties across the Mountain West and California: traditional log cabins, sustainable projects, artist studios and places for play — inspired interior decor and exteriors, all beautifully photographed and discussed in elegant prose.
Cottagecore: New Countryside Living | gestalten
In an age where cities swell and hum with endless demands, a quiet exodus is unfolding. Fueled by a yearning to escape the pressures of modern life, a new generation trades urban density for open skies, slower rhythms and homes shaped by something more intentional.
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