In need of a nudge in the right direction to spruce up your abode? Look no further than these four visual yet informative reads to get you excited to start.

The Art of Home
By Sara Story

Having lived in Japan, Singapore and the US over the course of her childhood, combined with a substantial amount of travelling, Sara Story has witnessed the diversity of architecture and interior design that has shaped her into a versatile artist who has worked on various spaces in states ranging from Texas and California to Colorado. Get new ideas from this book teems with sources of inspiration to bring new life into your home.

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How to Land in the Metaverse: From Interior Design to the Future of Design
By Harry Nuriev

Nuriev began with an education in architecture and expanded his design practice. It now spans a broad range — from luxury retailers and art collaborations to private residences — that cater to the physical and virtual worlds. His pieces are repurposed everyday objects that have unorthodox and barrier-breaking patterns. The Russian architect and furniture designer founded Crosby Studios in 2014 and find this debut monograph, readers will find pages filled with vibrant images of neon and metallic silver surfaces that detail the viral designs and latest metaverse spaces of the design entity.

How to Live With Objects: A Guide to More Meaningful Interiors
By Jill Singer + 
Monica Khemsurov

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If you happen to be a sentimentalist with the habit of placing emotional value in the items you keep close, or a collector who takes pride in your assemblage, this book is one worth reading. Providing the audience with wisdom on how and what to collect through visual examples and tips, Singer and Khemsurov teach us to adopt the art of being more intentional and skilled in acquiring and decorating our living space with objects through shopping guides and styling ideas.

Lisa Perry: Fashion - Homes - Design
By Lisa Perry

Fashion designer Lisa Perry started her eponymous label in 2006 with designs known for their modern yet timeless silhouettes. However, the whimsical and bold motifs did not stop at apparel. Perry later expanded her horizons by delving into the craft of home and interior design. In this coffee-table book, we enter the artist’s 1960s-inspired world with a philosophy that is led by a unique aesthetic encompassing clean lines, geometric shapes, bold colours and minimalism.