Editors: Kinfolk & Norm Architects
Features: Full color, hardcover, stitch bound, ribbon mark,
288 pages
Format: 24,5 × 33 cm, 9 ¼ x 13 inches
Price: € 60 (D) £ 55 $ 90 (US)
ISBN: 978-3-96704-184-2
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EU + UK PUBLICATION DATE: FEBRUARY 25, 2025
INT PUBLICATION DATE: APRIL 8, 2025
EMBARGO DATE: JANUARY 28, 2025
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THE TOUCH - SPACES DESIGNED FOR THE SENSES, the first collaboration between Nathan Williams of Kinfolk and Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen of Norm Architects, welcomes readers into over 25 inspiring spaces where interior design is not only visually appealing but engages all of the human senses. Through beautiful homes, hotels, museums, and retail stores—from contemporary designs by Ilse Crawford and Bijoy Jain to classic cases by Arne Jacobsen—readers are invited to explore how experiencing elements such as light, nature, materiality, color, and community can deliberately bring us back to our senses and imbue every day with a richer quality. In addition to stunning photography and interviews with design industry leaders as John Pawson and David Thulstrup, the book also details philosophical and art history references that reflect the tradition of design and color theory. For a deeper understanding of the concepts explored, THE TOUCH includes an appendix which profiles architects such as Lina Bo Bardi and Richard Neutra. Heritage design pieces that helped influence this movement are also listed in the book.

ABOUT THE EDITORS
NATHAN WILLIAMS is the co-founder of Kinfolk magazine—a leading design authority sold in over 100 countries. JONAS BJERRE-POULSEN is an architect and founding partner at Norm Architects. He has over a decade of experience as an architect, designer, art director, and photographer.
 
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