Schiffer Publishing has produced more than 200 high-end illustrated books on architecture, landscape architecture, art, and interior design. Showcasing the best in contemporary book packaging, these substantive works celebrate how we live, what we build, and the environments that inspire and sustain us.
We also have a long tradition of helping creatives share their body of work with the world. We delight in partnering with thought leaders, focusing on exquisite layouts, quality paper and printing, and special cover treatments that result in one-of-a-kind books. If you have a concept you would like to bring to the public, contact us. We’ll be proud to make it happen.
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This essential reference is a compilation of ideas, suggestions, and design solutions taken from a variety of experts in the field. The goal is to give homeowners increased independence, allowing them to envision and create their own future. Today, numerous...
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The great hotels of the Catskill Mountains were once the playground of movie stars, athletes, and politicians, as well as millions of vacationing New Yorkers. In time, however, The Catskills became victim to the social and economic progression that helped...
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A must-have book for the lighthouse enthusiast, maritime buff, and anyone who is interested in Massachusetts history, Massachusetts Lighthouses Past and Present describes the more than sixty lighthouse stations that have been found along the coast from Fall River in...
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A comprehensive hydrangea handbook for the home gardener, including species selection, growing conditions, propagation, care, and more. Hydrangeas are booming in popularity as home gardeners appreciate their long season of bloom, ease of maintenance, and dazzling variety of flower colors...
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66 GAVA award-winning pool, spa, and water feature designs by artisans from across the globe. Over 180 stunning color images will take you through a tour of GAVA (Global AquaTekture Visionary Awards) worthy pool, spa, and water environment concepts from...
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In 265 photos, this book provides all the knowledge you need to make the most of your space outdoors, creating landscape for recreation, gardens, and play that is also a safe, child friendly environment. Whether you choose to design the...
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Block and solid wood make up one of the oldest construction methods and one that ever more people are opting for when building their homes. Not only are contemporary log homes environmentally sustainable and planet-friendly, they provide comfortable and healthy...
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Image-packed design ideas for nurseries, toddler rooms, and playrooms from 25 professional designers. Long before the parents bring home the new baby they are planning the nursery. What kind of crib or diaper stand? What color palette? What décor? There...
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The California missions are the cathedrals of the New World. They were built under the direction of the adventurous padres who braved the hardships of the New World and organized an existing agrarian culture to produce viable military, commercial, and...
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An illustrated, alphabetical listing of 131 coastal plants along the southern US coast, along with botanical history, folklore, and fun trivia provided for about each plant. The southeastern coast has an abundance of flowers and trees waiting to be explored. With...
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Nestled among the rolling hills of South Central Pennsylvania, six counties – Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York – are home to more than three centuries of history and architecture. Beginning with early eighteenth century buildings, almost every style...
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Of the vast variety of types of vernacular architecture, the igloo is probably the one which provokes the most curiosity and affection. In addition to offering a detailed analysis of the building tradition and cultural significance of igloos, this book...
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Historic Architecture in Northwest Philadelphia is a colorful and comprehensive look at the rich architectural history of the Wissahickon Valley, and the people who made it possible with a locally sourced building stone, the Wissahickon schist. The simple stone structures...
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In this continuing, successful series, over 200 beautiful and inspiring color photos reveal the recent contributions to the field of interior design by talented designers participating in Decorator Showhouse events across the United States. Interior designers, assisted by a dedicated...
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Greater Boston includes a wide variety of award-winning and historic architecture. From early in its history to contemporary times, the city has inspired innovative and challenging building design and construction, as it quickly grew into an internationally recognized economic and...
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In 545 beautiful color images, this fascinating book presents a broad sampling of residences that embody a living and evolving history of the Alamo City (including some repurposed commercial sites). Some of these structures are grand in their own right,...
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Revel in the extraordinary expressions of water-inspired architecture known as AquaTekture! Discover the vision and construction challenges imaginative designers faced to craft the inspirational designs shown here. Unconventional, daring, and creative are only some of the words used to describe...
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The diverse architecture of Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket presented through over 400 photographs, in an oversized volume. Foreword by architect John R. DaSilva, AIA. Discover a diverse selection of beautiful Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket homes from...
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Learn how to grow and maintain the perfect garden through 293 color images. From learning the profiles of each individual plant and their basic needs, to maintaining a garden community, this book offers a fun and whimsical approach to developing...
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An exclusive look at the private gardens behind the embassy walls. Take an exclusive look behind the embassy walls of Washington, DC, and, through 168 color images, enjoy the gardens found there. Learn the history of the ambassadorial residences and...
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Over 340 striking color photos introduce readers to the quintessential flower of the Cape and the Islands, the hydrangea. The lucky people who live in and around Cape Cod, Massachusetts revel in lush hydrangea flowers flourishing in a maritime climate....
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Take a visual tour of gardens and homes in one Pacific Coast area, the South Bay of Los Angeles County, which includes Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, and Redondo Beach. A distinctive feature of Southern California’s beach communities is how often...
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A photographic introduction to the architecture, interiors, and landscapes of Brazilian designers, featuring over 15 beach houses, hotels, log cabins, and museums in and around Rio de Janeiro. Photographer Joaquim Nabuco has found art in the architecture, interiors, and landscapes designed...
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Whether you live in a town house, a village colonial, a country barn, or a coastal saltbox, you can convert your old house into an ecologically sound new house. This design book provides inspiration for aesthetically pleasing and practical renovations...