20 design books every Decorista must have

20 design books every Decorista must have

ashlina kaposta August 17, 2017

Whether its a coffee table, book cases, consoles or chic benches, books are an essential element of any stylish home. I've got several clients who have been asking me for a list of design books they should buy because we need more books for styling their space. I've rounded up my 20 favorite interior design books that I think any decorista absolutely MUST HAVE!

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