We’re rounding up the Best Books of 2019 across all genres and categories – scroll down to see our favourite beautiful coffee table books!
Australia Modern
by Hannah Lewi and Philip Goad
Highlighting the ‘heritage of tomorrow’, this meticulously researched and photographed survey of Australia’s modernist buildings, interwoven with essays from leading voices in architecture, is a must have for design aficionados.
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Step into Paradise
by Linda Jackson and Jenny Kee
Bursting with colour, Step into Paradise showcases the prolific career of Australian designers Linda Jackson and Jenny Kee, from their Australiana themed knitwear to their flamboyant gowns inspired by native fauna and flora.
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Rihanna
by Rihanna
At over 8kg and with over 1,000 photos, Rihanna’s visual autobiography (that’s right – no words!) is the most impressive book I have seen this year – hands down.
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Prada Catwalk
by Susannah Frankel
A fantastic way to experience the history and evolution of the esteemed fashion house, from its 1988 debut to Spring Summer 2019 Ready to Wear.
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A Tree in the House
by Annabelle Hickson
Filled with beautiful photos of flowers and meaningful essays, A Tree in the House is both aspirational and inspirational.
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Ballerina: Fashion’s Modern Muse
by Patricia Mears
The ballerina as fashion’s muse is the theme explored in this sumptuous book, featuring some of the most iconic design houses – Chanel, Balenciaga and Dior, to name but a few. Just gorgeous!
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Just Kids (Illustrated)
by Patti Smith
Rock ‘n roll royalty Patti Smith’s beautiful memoir is made even more special with the inclusion of photographs of the places and people she so wonderfully describes – in full colour.
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Silver. Skate. Seventies.
by Hugh Holland (Photographer)
Silver. Skate. Seventies. charts the early development of skateboarding through Hugh Holland’s photos, capturing the essence of California in the ’70s and the freedom found in the then-new sport of skateboarding.
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Small Garden Design
by Paul Bangay
This practical and beautiful book shows why Paul Bangay is one of Australia’s leading garden experts. Learn how to design, structure and choose plants to make the most out of small garden spaces and be inspired by the lavish illustrations.
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Neo Classics
by Jurgen Lewandowski and Rene Staud (Photographer)
Photographs are probably the closest most of us will get to the one of a kind cars featured in Neo Classics, and this book is full of pictures that show off their unique features. Full specs for each car included as well!
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