About the Publisher
Award-winning publisher Beth Buckley founded boutique publishing house benton buckley books with decades of experience and praise in luxury, exhibitionary publishing, and a life-time of loving all that which is beautiful — and of finding beauty amongst and in all of us. She is devoted to curation, and is steadfast in her pursuit of authentic talent, untempted by the trend of the time. Beth is known for her keen eye and stunning aesthetic, and has collaborated with, and published, the best of the best in architecture, art, interior design, travel, celebrity event design, plastic surgery, food, wine — and has long led the industry in her efforts to sincerely discern, and share, beauty with the world. Read More…
Modish
/be-spōk/: a philosophy of beauty
/be-spok/: a philosophy of beauty – A curated collection of 35 of the world’s most innovative, visionary interior designers, /be-spok/ shares custom, curated, bold design that is both timeless and provocative. Each comprehensive interior design project is exhibited in a 12-page gallery with an editorial speaking to each designer’s ethos.
Beyond the aesthetic allure, this book honors the collaborative spirit of design. It recognizes that great design is often the result of many hands and minds coming together in harmony. The artisans, craftspeople, and tradespeople who contributed to each project are just as vital to the story as the designers themselves. Their work is a reminder that design is a deeply human endeavor — one that requires patience, dedication, and above all, passion.
Modish
The Book of Great Design
Modish is a luxuriously large-format, 348-page book. It features the creativity of 25 sought-after interior designers based in North America, and a foreword by renowned designer Cliff Fong. Breathtaking photographs present homes in a wide variety of styles, from classic to bold, minimalist to grand. Some of the featured homes are nestled within urban settings while others look onto sprawling landscapes, and each interior celebrates a distinctive sense of place.
Alongside the dramatic photo spreads, engaging editorial explains the designs and offers insight into the designers’ creative process. Industry professionals as well as those looking for design inspiration will be impressed by the quality and variety of the content throughout. Readers the world over will be equally drawn to this thoughtfully curated collection.
A Curated Visual Gallery: Twenty Magnificent Homes by California Architects
The great Frank Lloyd Wright taught us that form and function are forever bound in spiritual union; that design is eternally emotive; and that architecture structures society. Inspired by this depth of being, 20 modern architectural greats and their most extraordinary feats are celebrated in the illustrious pages of New View: A Curated Visual Gallery — 20 Magnificent Homes by Architects of California.
New View
A Curated Visual Gallery: Twenty Magnificent Homes by Texas Architects
Part anthropological and part declarative, New View: A Curated Visual Gallery — 20 Magnificent Homes by Architects of Texas is the fourth installment of a series that is at once trending and historic. Mesmerizing photography capturing the elegance of urban or rustic life is balanced with the architects’ design philosophies, perspectives, and transformational experiences. Featuring a foreword by the esteemed John Grable, FAIA, New View Texas designates, elevates, and memorializes the state’s most celebrated and authentic architects and their diverse, place-based designs.
New View
A Curated Visual Gallery: Twenty Magnificent Homes by Northeast Architects
The second book in the much-anticipated exhibitionary series of home, New View: A Curated Visual Gallery — 20 Magnificent Homes by Northeast Architects enchants the reader with aesthetically stunning portraits of real New England homes, the designs of celebrity architects and world-renowned talents. Mesmerizing photography is balanced with the design philosophies, perspectives, and transformational experiences the individual architects divulge in the engaging editorial interludes.
New View
A Curated Visual Gallery: Twenty Magnificent Homes by Florida Architects
With a foreword by international icon Chad Oppenheim, New View: A Curated Visual Gallery: Twenty Magnificent Homes by Florida Architects seeks to awaken a new perspective on how we define structure, function, beauty, and home. Want a personal introduction to top architects making Florida’s landscape even more beautiful? Looking for ideas to refresh your nest or create anew? Simply relish the opportunity to curl up with an inspiring book to ignite your creativity? The hardcover book New View is a brilliantly curated collection featuring large, vibrant photographs of 20 homes designed by architects with a wide variety of creative approaches—from local names who intentionally maintain boutique firms to design celebrities that regularly garner international attention.
Some Like It Hot
Inspiring Spaces By Florida's Hottest Designers
A wonderful opportunity to meet Florida’s hottest high-end interior designers, learn about their creative process, and see their latest work, Some Like It HOT is filled with spectacularly beautiful contemporary spaces. Love high-style home décor? Obsessed with all things Florida? Want to peek inside celebrities’ gorgeous homes to get ideas and inspiration? Collect art books that make your heart happy? The book features private residences designed by more than 30 locally based, renowned professional interior designers.
I Do…
Destination Florida: No Passport Required
Inviting couples to meet 40 of Florida’s top wedding artisans, this book offers an inside look at the most gorgeous events as well as the locations that make the state a hotspot for destination weddings. Adding to this romantic collection is a sprinkling of witty quotes on love, marriage, and preparing for the big day.
Mastering Beauty
A Rare Glimpse into the Private Lives of Renowned Cosmetic Doctors Who Share Insights and Advice on the Complex Quest for Beauty
Mastering Beauty features wisdom and inspiration from highly regarded doctors of aesthetic medicine who are uniquely introduced in both personal and professional contexts. Profiles present the doctors' backgrounds and philosophies, while additional chapters highlight their opinions on important topics, like how to choose a doctor; the benefits and drawbacks of surgical and nonsurgical procedures; and tips for staying youthful.
Love is Love
Ideas and Inspiration: The LGBTQ+ Wedding Book
Part historical record and part family album, this book is a celebration of same-sex couples seizing the opportunity to honor their love through marriage, and of those who helped make their weddings possible. It’s a collection of allies, those among us who’ve taken up the mantle of resistance and won, who are now living out their dreams and paving the way for others to follow. The photos of couples, their families and friends are alive with excitement, perfect illustrations of genuine joy. Above all, Love is Love is an invitation—to celebrate, to be inspired, and to join those within in the formidable mission to redefine the traditional American wedding.
Equal & Empowered
Essays, Poems and Art Inspired by Feminism
Equal & Empowered: Essays, Poems, & Art Inspired by Feminism by Young Students Around the World is a collection of student work across a broad range of mediums. This book was inspired by so much more though; it's the culmination of young students coming together to educate their peers on feminism and invite change in their respective communities, and even beyond on a global scale.
Secrets of My Food Affair
A Gluten-Free Romance
Within Secrets of My Food Affair, gluten-free expert Nichole Campo shares 40 fabulous recipes that will delight the taste buds and have guests questioning “Are you sure this is really gluten-free?” Embedded demonstration videos further engage readers as Nichole's vivacious personality brings several recipes to life. Also included is a wealth of information on how to navigate the world of gluten-freedom.