About Us

gestalten is a publishing house dedicated to inspiring and informing a global community of readers through carefully crafted books that celebrate creativity, culture, and the beauty of life.

Founded with a focus on visual culture and graphic design, gestalten has, over the past three decades, evolved into a multidisciplinary publisher documenting and anticipating movements in design, architecture, travel, food and beverages, escapism, and contemporary art. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our readers and engage with the creative landscape in all its forms—whether between the pages of our books, online, or at events around the world.

Since November 2024, teNeues—an esteemed publishing brand renowned for high-quality photography and illustrated books—has been part of Die Gestalten Verlag GmbH & Co. KG. teNeues has a proud heritage dating back to 1931, working with world-class photographers and collaborating with leading brands such as BMW, Porsche, and Cartier to create iconic publications that resonate across more than 50 countries.

Today, gestalten unites three distinctive imprints under one roof: gestalten, teNeues, and Little Gestalten. Each imprint brings a unique perspective, from contemporary visual culture and lifestyle to exclusive photography and inspiring books for younger readers. Together, we continue to reimagine publishing—creating books that spark curiosity, celebrate creativity, and leave a lasting impression.

Our main shareholder is the MAIRDUMONT Group, a family-owned company with a long tradition in publishing and a commitment to excellence.