9 New Design-Forward Coffee Table Books for Your Wish List
Your coffee table called — it wants these gorgeous new titles, packed with design and home styling inspiration. Some are available for purchase now; others are coming soon!
Sure, Instagram and Pinterest are great for design inspo, but aren’t we all craving something a bit more analog these days? Whether you’re looking for ideas for your next renovation project, making a list of items to hunt down on an antiquing trip, or simply want to drool over swoon-worthy spaces, these 2026 coffee table books should be at the top of your list.
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The Happy Home: Layered Interiors for Joyful Living by Ariel Orkin
Released: February 17, 2026
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Ariel Okin is known for her fresh, pretty take on traditional design, which resonates throughout her projects across the country. With a background in design journalism, this book was a natural extension of her two passions — writing and decor. The featured projects range in location, from Palm Beach to Southampton, each exploring the design and how it relates to creating a home that’s fitting for its residents.
The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon: Paintings by Snowy Campbell
Released: February 17, 2026
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This charming book, with a slew of contributors (including a foreword by Charlotte Moss), explores the interiors of Bunny Mellon through whimsical paintings that capture light and color. Each page explores the details that made Bunny’s designs so impressive, from antiques to fine art, through the lens of Snowy Campbell, who was hired specifically to document the Mellon residences through paint.
A Mood, A Thought, A Feeling: Interiors by Young Huh
Released: March 17, 2026
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Young Huh is one of Architectural Digest‘s “AD100” and an Elle Decor A-List designer with an eye for swoon-worthy spaces that are as colorful and romantic as they are elegant. She breaks her book down into three sections, exploring mood, thought, and feeling. “Mood” looks at spaces meant to evoke joy or peace. “Thought” examines entire homes, breaking them down piece by piece. And “Feeling” explores the design process behind her own stunning country house in upstate New York. Get ready to be inspired!
Notes From a Decorator’s Life by Libby Cameron
Released: April 14, 2026
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Libby Cameron has a design pedigree that began with more than a decade of working alongside Sister Parish at the esteemed Parish-Hadley, Inc., and you’ll find all the details in her book, Notes from a Decorator’s Life. As the title suggests, the latest in Libby’s rich portfolio of design books showcases all the elements that go into a beautiful space. Color, pattern, sustainability, and creating a comfortable living space are all part of her ethos.
Budget Luxury by Clare Sullivan
Released: April 14, 2026
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With an eye for DIY, Clare Sullivan found her platform on TikTok in 2021. She creates beautiful interior spaces on a budget. In her new book, she shares all her tips in one place, making it easy to create affordable luxury in your own home. From thrifting to basic tips for DIY projects, this book covers all the details on everything from designing the perfect gallery wall to painting kitchen cabinets.
This Must Be the Place: Homes with Atmosphere by Chloe Redmond Warner
Release date: May 5, 2026
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Trained as an architect, and boasting a keen eye for atmospheric, immersive design, Chloe Redmond Warner designs spaces that are as unique as the people who call them home. In her book, she peels back the layers of how these spaces are created, sharing design briefs, mood boards, and the evolution from a blank canvas to spaces with descriptions as diverse as “Little Women on acid” or “1970s Sofia Coppola in Palm Beach.”
The Martha Way: Essential Principles for Mastering Home and Living by Martha Stewart
Release date: May 5, 2026
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Everyone’s favorite hostess is back, and we are here for it! In her latest book, Martha Stewart covers topics ranging from elegant entertaining to practical, approachable home organization. She discusses how to collect beautiful treasures and offers her best gardening tips. As pretty as it is practical, the book is a testament to Ms. Stewart’s longstanding reign as the queen of domestic goddesses.
Good Character: Design with Intention to Reveal Your Home’s Personality by David St. Russell and Stephen St. Russell
Release date: June 30, 2026
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Is your home feeling a little blah? Do you wish it had more character? The Renovation Husbands have the answer. This new release from the Instagram duo, who have both a ’70s Maine cabin and a Victorian abode in Boston, walks you through the process of adding character to your home. And, take it from them, a house doesn’t need to be historic to have incredible detail and depth.
The Making of a Home by Meridith Baer
Release date: October 20, 2026
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Meridith Baer is an iconic name in home staging, having worked with clients including Beyoncé, Brad Pitt, Kylie Jenner, Meryl Streep, and Julia Roberts. She understands exactly how to make a house feel like a home, especially when presenting it to a buyer. Now her knowledge extends to your home through her book, which details how to think through furniture placement, flow, art selection, and all the small things that make a space feel personal.
Consider your coffee table officially booked for the season!
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Heather Bien
A Virginia native and professional writer of over 10 years, Heather is passionate about home decor, cooking and entertaining, travel, ballet, and coffee. You can find more of Heather's work in Southern Living, Martha Stewart, The Knot, Apartment Therapy, and Virginia Living.