Story-Driven Cultural Coffee-Table Book

I’m creating a coffee-table book that immerses readers in one specific country, celebrating its food, crafts, music, and everyday cultural experiences. The tone has to feel warm and narrative-rich—less like a glossy catalog, more like sitting down with a well-traveled friend who knows the hidden cooks, artisans, and musicians behind each page.

Here’s what I need from you:
• Curate and edit compelling photographs (your own or properly licensed) that spotlight authentic moments around kitchens, workshops, markets, and street performances.
• Craft accompanying stories and captions that weave history, personal anecdotes, and sensory detail into a flowing journey.
• Design a print-ready layout (InDesign or similar) suitable for a high-quality hardcover, including cover, typography, and a cohesive color palette that feels inviting rather than opulent.
• Provide press-ready PDF files plus a digital flipbook version for online previews.

Acceptance criteria:
• 160–200 pages, balanced 60/40 between imagery and text.
• All text in clear, engaging English with consistent voice.
• High-resolution images (300 dpi, CMYK) and proof of usage rights.
• Final files pass a pre-press check and are delivered by the agreed deadline.

If you resonate with storytelling through culture and design, I’d love to see samples of similar work and discuss how you’d bring this project to life.