The first comprehensive collection of Nest, the magazine that
revolutionized the way we look at interior space and decoration
Published from 1997 to 2004 by artist Joe Holtzman, Nest magazine
eschewed the conventionally beautiful luxury interiors of other
magazines and instead featured non-traditional, exceptional, and unusual
environments. The Best of Nest, created by master bookmaker and former
fashion designer Todd Oldham, includes selections from all 26 issues in
a series of portfolios featuring the work of iconic writers and
photographers such as Michael Cunningham, Patti Smith, Nan Goldin, and
Derry Moore.
The book includes an introduction by Oldham, as well as an extensive
essay by Holtzman, filled with new observations and a behind-the-scenes
look at each issue's creation. Arranged chronologically, The Best of
Nest presents each issue in a 16-page portfolio. An edit of the best
stories, the best photographs, and the best design treatments have been
selected and amplified in this lavish volume.
Replicating many of the clever and singular design elements that
endeared Nest to its passionate fans around the world, The Best of Nest
including gatefolds, foldouts, diecuts, and covers with silver foil and
glitter.
The Best of Nest includes visual and written contributions to the
magazine by Tina Barney, Michael Cunningham, Lydia Davis, Barbara
Gallucci, Nan Goldin, Matt Groening, Rem Koolhaas, Catherine Opie,
Stephen Sondheim, Amy Sedaris, Matthew Stadler, and the legendary
British interiors photographer Derry Moore. Photographs by Candida
Höfer, David Seidner, Horst P. Horst, Martin Parr, Antoine Bootz, and
Jason Schmidt are also highlighted throughout.
