Everybody has a favorite season and place to vacation, unwind, and escape! From an uncluttered nautical condo at the shore, to a rustic mountain lodge with warm textiles and golden colors, to a hip piéd-a-terre in cosmopolitan New York City, Butera shares designs for getaway homes to suit every taste.

In his fourth coffee table book, Butera takes his readers through a 20-year journey and tour of the interiors crafted for his own private homes—all lovingly designed, all still very au courant. The reader takes a wonderful voyeuristic peek into the world of the author and how his style has evolved over the years in the interior design industry. From his humble beginnings in the charming Bette Davis cottage on the coast of California, to the chic and contemporary Midcentury ranch once owned by Desi Arnaz Jr., to his current beloved Newport Beach escape, each spectacular home is sure to delight. Barclay Butera is an interior, lifestyle and product designer. Some of his most recognized and sought-after collections in the marketplace include fabrics, furnishings, carpets, lighting, wall art, bedding and decorative mirrors and home decor. He is the author of three previous books: Living in Style, Living on the Coast, and Getaways and Retreats. He has appeared on NBC’s Today Show and Extra! and has received press in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Elle Décor, Veranda, House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Luxe, House & Garden, Robb Report, and Esquire.

Today’s modern living is more than great style and good decorating; it’s a way of life. For the past several decades, Barclay Butera has dedicated himself to creating beautiful spaces for his discerning clientele. In his fifth book, Modern Living, we invite you to take in sixteen exceptional homes, carefully crafted to radiate the lifestyle of their inhabitants. Glimpse stunning retreats with mountain-studded skylines, and relaxing abodes surrounded by palm-lined vistas. Discover Barclay’s unique ability to create enchanting homes, where one can escape their hectic pace of life, and simply sit back and enjoy the serenity of their environment. For Barclay, that’s the definition of modern living. Barclay Butera is the author of Living on the Coast; Getaways and Retreats; and Past, Present, Inspired. He has also appeared on NBC’s Today Show, Extra!, CBS, ABC, Fox, Beautiful Homes & Great Estates and HGTV; and has received press in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Veranda, House & Garden, Elle Decor, Western Interiors & Design, Luxe, Robb Report, Esquire, and 1stdibs.com.

Contemporary, casual elegance for a beach lifestyle. Renowned designer Barclay Butera takes his signature style of pattern-on-pattern and transitional charm to the coast. Using a distinctive balance of vibrant colors and sunwashed hues, he fashions cheerful, elegant, and relaxed yet refined living spaces that never compromise comfort or style. Here is a collection of inspiring cottages, beach houses, and sophisticated homes that capture the essence of and embody the beach lifestyle. Barclay Butera launched his design firm fifteen years ago in Southern California. He has an everexpanding line of Barclay Butera fabrics, furnishings, and fixtures, which are some of the most recognized and sought-after lines in the marketplace. He's appeared on NBC's Today, Extra!, CBS, ABC, Fox, Beautiful Homes & Great Estates, and HGTV; and has received press in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, House Beautiful, Traditional Home, Veranda, House & Garden, Elle Decor, Western Interiors & Design, Luxe, Robb Report, and Esquire. He divides his time between Los Angeles and Park City.

Accessible, luxe home design and furnishings that express who you are and the experiences of your life featuring a rich layering of pattern, color, and texture. Barclay Butera presents new work through 15 homes and tells the story of the new traditional style. As Barclay say, “Good design to me is a combination of yours, mine and ours. I believe there should be history in a room, whether it be a piece of art, a vintage rug or a family heirloom.” In The New Traditional Barclay shares homes with an artful inclusion of heritage pieces that blend seamlessly alongside distinctive furnishings, pattern-on-pattern fabrics and bold textures – all elements of Barclay’s iconic style. Butera cites the power of living in a beautiful environment and the positive effect of surrounding yourself with the things you love has on you. Classic design with a fresh twist – flawlessly integrated into traditional, transitional and contemporary interiors alike, these homes emphasize alluring architecture, luxurious furnishings and intricate craftsmanship to be enjoyed daily by their owners.