7 New Furniture Books Reshaping the Industry in 2025

After years of curating and studying American furniture, Martha Willoughby developed American Furniture 2024 to shed light on the craftsmanship and cultural narratives behind mid-eighteenth to early nineteenth-century seating pieces. You’ll explore detailed case studies of furniture from regions like Edenton, North Carolina, and Annapolis, Maryland, examining construction techniques, carving styles, and the social significance of these objects. The book also delves into cabinetmakers’ workshops in Salem, Hartford, and Baltimore, revealing how furniture signaled economic status and social acceptance. If you’re passionate about historical American craftsmanship or seek to deepen your understanding of period furniture’s cultural context, this volume offers rich, region-specific insights.

This book opens a window onto the world of Eileen Gray, a pioneering figure whose influence on modern furniture and architecture is finally getting its due. You’ll explore how Gray forged an independent path that blended lacquer artistry with a distinctive take on geometric modernism and Art Deco, setting her apart from contemporaries like Le Corbusier. The book offers a detailed look at her luxurious use of industrial materials and forms, especially through richly illustrated examples that highlight her design philosophy. If you’re interested in early 20th-century design or the intersection of craftsmanship and modernism, this concise volume provides insightful context and inspiration without overwhelming detail.

This tailored book explores the latest developments and innovative breakthroughs shaping furniture design in 2025. By focusing on cutting-edge styles, materials, and techniques, it reveals how contemporary designers are redefining craftsmanship. The content is personalized to match your background and interests, allowing you to dive deeply into the aspects of furniture design that matter most to you. It examines emerging trends and discoveries, offering a dynamic view of how the field is evolving this year. With this tailored approach, you gain a focused, engaging learning experience that keeps you ahead of the curve and inspired by fresh perspectives in furniture creation.

After analyzing the limitations between mass-produced and high-cost furniture, Micaela Sharp crafted this guide to unlock upholstery for everyday makers. You’ll learn concrete skills like stripping back furniture, handling webbing, and adding decorative touches such as piping or frills, all illustrated through four hands-on projects like a headboard and footstool. Sharp’s passion for sustainability and vintage style shines through as she teaches you to source second-hand pieces and select unique fabrics, helping you create personalized furniture that stands apart. This book fits anyone eager to embrace creative, eco-friendly furnishing without the designer price tag, though those seeking purely professional upholstery techniques might look elsewhere.

Donald Judd, better known for his minimalist art, brings a fresh perspective to furniture design rooted in his personal challenges furnishing his home and studio. This book offers you intimate access to Judd’s furniture through detailed drawings, material breakdowns, and in-situ photography that reveal how form and functionality coexist in his work. You’ll explore how his designs reject ornamentation to focus on scale and reasonableness, turning everyday objects into purposeful art. If you appreciate the intersection of art and practical living, this book deepens your understanding of furniture as both an aesthetic and functional element in modern interiors.

G. Styling’s Furniture Artist: Diy Planner for 2024 introduces a fresh approach to managing DIY furniture projects by combining practical organization with creative planning. This planner guides you through breaking down your projects into manageable steps, scheduling tasks weekly, and tracking tools, costs, and inspirations all in one place. It’s designed for makers who want to stay on top of multiple projects without losing sight of deadlines or resources, offering a structured yet flexible system. Whether you’re a hobbyist balancing work and crafting or a more experienced DIYer seeking better project oversight, this book offers clear frameworks to keep your furniture projects on track throughout the year.

This personalized book explores the forefront of furniture design, focusing on emerging trends and innovations set to shape the industry in 2025 and beyond. It examines the latest discoveries in materials, sustainable practices, and evolving aesthetics, all tailored to match your background and specific interests. By focusing on your unique goals, this tailored guide reveals how new concepts in furniture craftsmanship and technology intersect to redefine living spaces. Through this custom approach, you gain an engaging learning experience that aligns with your curiosity and professional aspirations, helping you stay ahead in a rapidly changing field.

When Jack Homer decided to write this book, he aimed to revive the art of furniture restoration with practical know-how that anyone can apply. You learn hands-on skills like repairing scratches, fixing joints, and refinishing wood with staining or painting techniques that suit both antique and modern styles. Chapters guide you through choosing the right tools, safety practices, and budget-friendly tips for upcycling forgotten pieces into stylish, functional treasures. If you want to preserve family heirlooms or transform thrift store finds into statement furniture, this book offers clear guidance without overwhelming jargon.

After exploring the rich variety of log types and their woodworking properties, Dinesh Kumar developed this guide to help both beginners and seasoned craftsmen build furniture from raw logs. You’ll learn how to select sustainable materials, handle essential tools safely, and apply joinery techniques ranging from basic to advanced, culminating in projects like benches, end tables, and sofas. The book also dives into sanding and finishing methods that highlight the wood’s natural beauty and design principles tailored to your home style. If you want a hands-on approach to crafting unique, durable furniture that connects you with nature’s resources, this book offers detailed, practical insights without overwhelming complexity.