Spring has arrived, and soon enough we’ll crack open our windows—and these 21 design books, which are fresh off the presses. Whether you’re seeking to create a more organic interior or looking for expert accounts of gardens, there’s plenty of inspiration waiting in these titles. Below, AD PRO has handily organized our must-read list into three thematic sections: the people, places, and passions leading design.

People

These design books paint portraits of standout individuals in the industry. Learn their philosophies and signature styles as you admire their projects past and present.

Places

These titles explore how design stems from nature, and how decoration can work alongside geography, with a focus on structures both familiar and brand new.

Passions

Whether it be hobbies, your home, or your family that you want to tend to, these texts ask how we can grow our passions to discover a deeper sense of joy.