How to Live with Objects: The Elements That Define a Home

From the editors of Sight Unseen, an anti-decorating book that champions a new approach to interiors--simply surrounding yourself with objects you love.

＂A refreshing, and necessary, counternarrative to shop-this-look consumerism and the aesthetic sameness that afflicts so many interiors.＂--Vulture

In the modern home, it matters less whether your interior is perfectly appointed and more if it’s authentically personal, unique, and filled with the objects you feel a connection to. Through inspiring home tours and practical advice on how and what to collect, Sight Unseen editors Monica Khemsurov and Jill Singer take you on an educational and highly visual journey through the questions at the core of their design philosophy:

- What makes an object worth having?
- How do our objects impact our lives?

Khemsurov and Singer guide collectors, design lovers, and novices alike toward a more intentional and skilled mindset in acquiring and living with objects. The book acts as a detailed primer on how to maximize the visual and emotional impact of your space, regardless of your space limitations, style preferences, or budget. From a deep dive into the world of vintage-hunting to anecdotes about favorite objects from creatives like Misha Kahn and Lykke Li to expert styling tips, How to Live with Objects is an indispensable tool for anyone who wants to make their house a home.

Monica Khemsurov and Jill Singer are co-founders of the online magazine Sight Unseen, one of the most influential design publications in the United States. Former editors of I.D. magazine, they also work as freelance writers, curators, and consultants. Khemsurov is a contributing editor for T: The New York Times Style Magazine and a contributor to Bon Appétit, Bloomberg Businessweek, and W, while Singer’s writing has appeared in PIN-UP, Elle Décor, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, W, and more. Both live and work in New York City.