When it comes to decorating any living space, there is one thing often overlooked having the best coffee table books! Whether you live in uni accommodation or have moved into a flat of your own, coffee table books are a great way to show the world your interests as well as add touches of photography and design to any room. If you’re not sure where to start, here are fifteen of the best coffee table books that you definitely need in your flat.
Cereal Magazine is the authority on all things travel. Their minimalist magazine issues and stunning photography are proof of that. If you want something to display on your coffee table, definitely opt for this compilation of photography from the British Isles. Its sleek design will fit in well with anyone who has a minimalist aesthetic.
You might know Petra Collins as the director of two of Selena Gomez’s music videos, but she was actually deep in the photography world way before that. This book of photography celebrates girl power, feminism and sexuality, and will be a great addition to any coffee table.
Beauty and Lifestyle YouTuber Estée Lalonde has made a killing talking about all the things she loves on the web. She decided to take it one step further by divulging all her life and style secrets in this super aesthetically pleasing book. Put this on your coffee table and anyone who picks it up will know you’ve got your life together.
Here’s a coffee table book for all the food lovers out there. The editors of Vogue have rummaged through their archives and compiled together the chic-est collection of food photos. This book will make you hungry, but will also make your jaw drop in awe of the unconventional photography. One of the best coffee table books!
If you’re stuck in the middle of a city and craving nature, this coffee table book will serve as a temporary escape. The photographs in this book feature cabins, loveshacks and other hideaways in nature, coupled with heartwarming stories of the people who live in them. This is a must-have addition to any coffee table.
This book might be a little risqué for some, but if you’re interested in photography that pushes boundaries, then this would be the perfect fit. For any bold babes out there who want to make a statement, put this book — with photographs centred on the naked body — on your coffee table.
Fans of the hip hop world or hip hop music in general will definitely want to grab this book. You and your guests will enjoy flipping through photos of all the big-shot celebrities in hip-hop over and over again. This is definitely something you need in your flat, and one of the best coffee table books!
Another great option for the best coffee table books! For many of us, a getaway to Ibiza is the ultimate dream. But sadly, a weekly trip to Ibiza is not a luxury that all of us can afford. Instead, why not place this book on your coffee table and bask in the colourful, hippie-chic vibes of the Mediterranean hotspot? If you love pops of colour and travel photography, you should definitely have this book in your flat.
Get some design inspo from your flat by purchasing this collection of beautiful interiors, photographed by the folks at Kinfolk Magazine. Kinfolk is yet another magazine with a clean, simple, minimalist aesthetic, so you know this book will look super cool on your coffee table.
Wildly controversial architect Zaha Hadid has released a book of photographs showcasing her best work, and you definitely need it in your flat. This book is equal parts girl power and jaw-dropping art, and you’ll find yourself constantly reaching for it on your coffee table.
If you don’t already have this book, you definitely need it! Alexa Chung is the authority on the cool-girl lifestyle, so if you fancy diving into an it girl’s mind, then this is the one coffee table book you need to get your hands on. It’s full of quirky illustrations, anecdotes, and fashion advice. Plus that sleek pink cover looks beautiful on any shelf or table. Definitely one of the best coffee table books out there!
For all the wannabe French girls out there, here’s a guide to living like a Parisian, written by four women from the city! This book is full of fun stories and tongue-in-cheek advice, and will be a great addition to any coffee table. Put this in your flat and you’ll find yourself constantly going back to it.
You might know Pernille Teisbaek from her drool-worthy Instagram feed. She’s a great source of inspiration for boxy, androgynous Scandinavian style and minimalist living. Put this in your space if you want to channel some of that Scandi-cool for yourself.
If you like getting ahead of all the new restaurants, shops and hidden sights, then this is a coffee table book you need in your flat! This book is full of new places to see in the city of Paris, and strays from the usual tourist attractions.
This list would surely be incomplete without featuring some of the work of Andy Warhol. Andy Warhol frequently interacted with icons, and this photography books shows just how many celebrities he actually knew. This would be a great addition to any art or photography lover’s coffee table.
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