Louise Fili’s Book List
Favorite books offer a certain intimacy—I can remember precisely where and when I found each one, and I keep them nearby on a dedicated shelf in my studio.
As a designer and teacher, I constantly rely on these books not only as a source of inspiration for my own work, but also to share; I savor the excitement of introducing them to my staff and students.
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This exhaustive documentation of the signage of Barcelona could convince even the non-designer to catch the next flight to Spain. Beautifully photographed and organized, it covers all aspects of urban facade embellishment—from door numbers to mosaics to hand-painted signs. I never tire of looking at this book, and turn to it often when I am seeking reference or general inspiration.
When legendary adman George Lois speaks, we all listen. Who can argue with rule # 46: “If all else fails, threaten to commit suicide.” I gave a signed copy to everyone on my staff.
This collection of late 19th-century letterpress samples, featuring novel compositions of decorative typefaces and ornaments in exquisite color palettes, is eye candy at its best.
This French sign painter’s manual has been a great source of inspiration for decades.
Although this book was published in 1898, the type samples always look remarkably fresh to me. Monograms, illuminated letters, and dimensional type make this hefty volume a favorite.
Designer Jake Tilson shares my affection for food, type, and Italy. This charming book features three distinctive fonts he created, inspired by a tomato can, a shop receipt, and the iconic stenciled street signage of Venice.
This two-volume set, with CD, is an exhilarating compendium of type specimens and ornaments from the U.S. and Europe. Volume One spans 1628 to 1900, and Volume Two from 1900 to 1938. Every time I open one of these books I find a new surprise.
In 13 short stories, the brilliant Sciascia deftly captures the essence of Sicily.
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Jørn Utzon: Drawings and Buildings
by Michael Asgaard Anderson
from Princeton Architectural Press
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December 10, 2013
Wunderkammer
by Tod Williams and Billie Tsien
from Yale University Press
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December 10, 2013
Matisse: The Chapel at Vence
by Marie-Thérèse Pulvenis de Seligny
from Royal Academy Publications/Abrams
New Title Release:
December 3, 2013
Modern Modular
by Joseph Tanney and Robert Luntz
from Princeton Architectural Press
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December 3, 2013
Paradise Planned: The Garden Suburb and the Modern City
by Robert A.M. Stern, David Fishman, and Jacob Tilove
from The Monacelli Press
New Title Release:
December 10, 2013
History of Design: Decorative Arts and Material Culture, 1400-2000
by Pat Kirkham and Susan Weber, eds.
from The Bard Graduate Center; distributed by Yale University Press
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