Coffee Table Book - Live Beautiful

From Athena Calderone — celebrated interior designer, tastemaker, and creator of EyeSwoon — comes a deeply inspiring look into how some of the world’s most creative people design and inhabit their spaces.

“This book is filled with her wisdom, insight, and direction on how to create and curate a space that will always feel like home.” — Bobby Berk, Queer Eye

In Live Beautiful, Calderone taps into her international network of interior decorators, fashion designers, and tastemakers to reveal how carefully crafted interiors truly come together. She opens the doors to two of her own residences and, with each homeowner featured, explores the initial spark of inspiration that set their design journey in motion.

She then breaks down the details — layered textures and patterns, collected pieces, customised vignettes — and offers practical, considered tips on how to bring these elevated elements into your own home. Beautiful design, she argues, isn’t just pleasant to look at. It genuinely improves the quality of our lives.

• Author: Athena Calderone (EyeSwoon)
• Publisher: Abrams & Chronicle Books
• Format: Hardback coffee table book
• Topics: Interior design, texture, pattern, vignettes, creative homes, styling
• Perfect for: Interior design lovers, creatives, and anyone seeking a more beautiful home

Styling Inspiration

Display on a coffee table or sideboard alongside our home décor accessories for a considered, editorial look. Stack with other design books and top with a small ceramic vase or candle for a beautifully layered shelf display.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this book by?
Live Beautiful is written by Athena Calderone, interior designer and creator of the acclaimed lifestyle platform EyeSwoon.

What does the book cover?
It explores how creatives around the world design their homes — covering texture, pattern, collected pieces, vignettes, and the philosophy behind considered, beautiful interiors.

Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes — while it’s deeply inspiring for design enthusiasts, the practical tips and accessible writing make it equally valuable for anyone looking to create a more beautiful home.

Is it a hardback?
Yes — it’s a beautifully produced hardback coffee table book, designed to be both read and displayed.

Does it make a good gift?
Absolutely — it’s a thoughtful, beautiful gift for anyone with a passion for interiors, creativity, or considered living.