Living Heritage: Modern Interiors in Old-Town Homes

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This book presents historic homes and their surroundings around the world. These buildings and apartments have been restored and renovated in diverse interior styles that honor the structural heritage while adapting them to modern living.

“Living Heritage” is a visually stunning, large-format illustrated book that explores the captivating fusion of interior design styles with the unique character of historic old-town homes across the globe. The book invites readers to journey through iconic cities, unveiling the artful balance between preserving architectural heritage and embracing contemporary aesthetics. From bohemian chic in a restored warehouse and classic elegance in a medieval townhouse to modern minimalism in a former monastery, each home highlights the opportunities and challenges of integrating contemporary design styles within historic settings.

Beyond interiors, the book also contextualizes homes within their vibrant urban surroundings, enriching the visual narrative. This book is an invaluable source of inspiration for interior designers, historic home owners, and travelers eager to discover the charm of old towns around the world.

From the Publisher

Living Heritage – Modern Interiors in Old-Town Homes

“Living Heritage” is a lavish coffee-table book that combines the magic of historic urban architecture with contemporary interior design. On an inspiring journey through some of the world’s most beautiful historic city centers, the book powerfully demonstrates how listed buildings are given new life without losing their original character. Stunning photographs and insightful texts reveal the fascinating balance between tradition and modernity: Whether a lovingly restored townhouse, a former monastery, or a converted warehouse—each project tells its own story. “Living Heritage” is thus far more than a coffee-table book: it is a tribute to the art of stylishly blending past and present, and a valuable source of inspiration for anyone passionate about architecture, design, and urban culture.

A Look Inside the Book

In this former factory building with floor-to-ceiling windows, the sense of space and openness is enhanced by tasteful vintage rugs and a variety of seating options.

Thoughtful interior design meets historical elements. The design balances mutual respect with the needs of a modern family.

The days of Scandi style are over. In this example, wooden slats and rich burgundy red make a bold statement in favor of the new maximalism.

Interior design of the highest quality

“Living Heritage” delves deeper into the creative transformation of historic living spaces and highlights the diversity of possible interior design styles within the context of historic architecture. From bohemian chic to classic elegance and modern minimalism, the book demonstrates how different design approaches can respond to existing building structures. It examines not only interior design but also the urban environment that shapes the character of each home. The combination of high-quality photography and expert insights highlights the challenges and opportunities inherent in blending historical heritage with contemporary living.

A Declaration of Love for Interior Design

“Living Heritage” combines historic architecture with modern design in inspiring interior concepts from around the world. An atmospheric coffee-table book about the art of preserving the past while creating contemporary spaces.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ teNeues
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 26, 2026
Edition ‏ : ‎ English and German
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3961717656
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3961717651
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.2 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.75 x 2 x 13 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,513,762 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #256 in House & Hotel Photography #914 in Urban & Land Use Planning (Books) #2,586 in Interior Design