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Jirka-Schmitz Patrizia, 2004

Amassed over more than thirty-five years, the Werdelmann Collection is one of the most important netsuke collections in the world. It provides a unique survey of this Japanese art form which was at its height between the late 17th century and the early 20th century. Подробнее

101 of the World's Tallest Buildings

Georges Binder, 2006

Compiled by tall buildings expert Georges Binder, in conjunction with the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, this book is an up to date reference to 101 of the world's tallest skyscrapers. It includes photos, plans, details on architects, engineers and stakeholders, and comprehensive technical data on each building. Подробнее

Animals in Bronze

Christopher Payne, 1999

This text describes the work of artists traditionally associated with the 'Animalier' school, from Troubetzkoy, to artists of the present day such as Kenworthy. The index includes 700 names and there is practical information on the technical processes. Подробнее

Biba: The Biba Experience

Alwyn W. Turner, 2007

Biba remains one of the most evocative names in British design history it pioneered a new style, mixing the contemporary with Art Nouveau, Art Deco and the golden age of Hollywood, dressing itself in the richly luxuriant colours of a bygone time. This book showcases Biba clothing and much of the Biba memorabilia, merchandising and interior design, presenting an entire history of the company. Biba: The Biba Experience centres on commissioned photographs of one of the largest collections of Biba in the world, put together by Pari, who has accumulated around 500 pieces of Biba fashion items and ephemera covering the entire history of the company. Everything from dresses and trouser suits through original sketches and patterns to playing cards and soap powder is represented. Biba brought the cutting edge of couture to the masses. Brigitte Bardot, Yoko Ono and Princess Anne shopped there, whilst Sonny and Cher, Mick and Marianne, and David and Angie were regular visitors, but the store was never the exclusive preserve of the rich and famous: prices were kept deliberately low, and anyone who could tolerate the disdainful inefficiency of the staff was encouraged to soak up the glamour of a unique shopping experience. This lavishly illustrated and beautifully produced book is intended for those interested in the fashion and graphic design of the '60s and '70s, from a creative and historical standpoint, plus the huge number of people who remember Biba from the period with such affection. Подробнее

Contemporary Houses

Wim Pauwels, 2006

This book illustrates trends in contemporary living by showing twenty projects carried out by leading architects and interior designers. They demonstrate that contemporary living nowadays calls for more than the harmonious integration of the latest designer furniture in a modern context. Подробнее

Contemporary Kitchens This is the first book in Beta-Plus' thematic series that is dedicated exclusively to streamlined, minimalist kitchens. Superlative colour photography illustrates the very best modern kitchen designs. The book features all aspects of such kitchens, including kitchen design, cooking surfaces and the selection of natural stone or other materials for the worktops and floors. Подробнее

Contemporary Living

Wim Pauwels, 2007

Features twenty contemporary homes created by renowned interior architects and designers. Подробнее

Country Living

Wim Pauwels, 2007

Shows the restoration, extension and decorating of older countryside residences for those seeking to escape the confines of city living. Подробнее

Family Houses

Wim Pauwels, 2006

Everyone has their own opinion about how the ideal family home should look. This difference out clearly in the various reports in this book, which range from historic country houses that have belonged to the same family for generations to distinctive, recently built homes for young families with children. Подробнее

Interiors Now — 80 of the World's Best Interiors

Daniel Pavlovits, 2004

Interiors Now is a collection of the world's most up-to-date and inspiring interiors. Including the luxurious and the practical, corporate and residential, the work of the best and most influential architects and interior designers from Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, is showcased in this comprehensive, single-volume book. Divided into four categories, Corporate, Hospitality and Public, Retail and Residential, each project is accompanied by a 200-word text, a brief biography of the firm, and contact information. Firms featured include Claudio Silvestrin, Fox and Fowle, Dominique Perault, OMA, Karim Rashid, EEA, Attilio Stocchi, SCDA, Studio Daniel Libeskind, VOX, Valerio Olgati, SARC, Behnisch, Diller and Scofido, Pugh + Scarpa, Renzo Piano Building Workshop, Gehry and Partners, and Ron Arad. Подробнее

New Classicists: Ken Tate Architect Vol: 2

Graves Nelson, 2005

Following the success of Ken Tate's first volume is this book of more beautiful homes. Tate's designs spring from an intensive study of his clients and locales in which they have chosen to build. They demonstrate his obvious love of traditions of architecture which is evident in each home, which is beautifully illustrated through colour photographs. The character and the preferences of his patrons have led him to create residences in a wide variety of styles. The common language is decidedly Classical and all are impeccably researched and executed. All owe their grace and coherence to Tate's knowledge of this tradition but Tate's personal interpretation and intellectual rigors allow each building to stand apart as an individual work of art: beautiful, livable and utterly engaging. Подробнее

A Pocketful of Houses

Robyn Beaver, 2006

Features more than 60 great homes from around the world. Подробнее

A Pocketful of Apartments

Janelle Mcculloch, 2007

With over 50 apartments set in the world's most desirable destinations, including Rio, Sydney, New York, London and Hong Kong, this new book demonstrates just why so many people are now choosing to call an apartment home. Подробнее

Retail Therapy: Store Design Today: A Pictorial Review, Volume 1

Melina Deliyannis, 2007

Fantastic ideas for retailers, merchandisers, interior designers and architects. This new addition to the 'International Spaces' series presents exciting retail projects from aroun the world. The role that architecture plays in branding, marketing, and the ultimate success or failure of retail ventures cannot be underestimated; indeed, the relationship between the architecture of retail stores and customer behaviour is increasingly researched and highly specialised subject. Recent collaborations between some high-profile architects and retail icons have brought about a shift in the preception of retail architecture. This book illustrates the potential of such collaborations. Подробнее

Seaside Living

Wim Pauwels, 2006

Living by the water appeals to an almost universal desire to be at one with nature.Whether it's an exclusive villa on the Ctte d'Azur, a minimalist holiday home by the Atlantic Ocean, a Mediterranean beach house in a protected nature reserve, an idyllic house with a view of the Indian Ocean, all of the owners and architects have gone in search of the essence of living close to the sea: a relaxed style of living, simple and pure, in keeping with the constantly changing natural elements and the boundless horizon. Подробнее

Super Suite Interior: World Premier Hotel Design Hotels around the world will offer a 'Presidential Suite' or 'Royal Suite' for the use of VIP guests. Some of these wuites are larger than 1000 square meters, and some provide special security measures. In London, the famous Claridge s Hotel has a Royla Suite that s used by the British Royal Family so often that it s been given the nickname 'Buckingham Palace Annex'. During a two-week period when President Reagan stayed in the Presidential Suite in new York s landmark waldorf Towers, the floors above and below his suite were kept empty, and the ceilings, floors and walls were carefully checked for listening devices. it is said that for security reasons, Reagan slept in an adjoining room, rather than the master bedroom. A top-class Presidential Suite may include a private lobby, a drawing room with attached toilet, a dining/meeting room, a library/study, a main bedroom with attached bath, a second bedroom with attached bath, guest bedrooms and other facilities. This lavishly illustrated publication looks at the very best Super Suites, which cater for VIPs in Europe America and Asia. Подробнее

A&d, Series 3: Urban Spaces

Wim Pauwels, 2007

This third part of the new A&D (Architecture and Design) Series features around ten exclusive city homes. All of the projects have been photographed in recent months: exceptional city residences, contemporary apartments, lofts with character. The starting point was the philosophy that runs through the AandD series: the constant interaction between architecture and interior furnishing and design. Подробнее

Eighteenth Century English Furniture

Christopher Claxton Stevens, 1999

The pieces in this book have passed through the hands of one of Britain's leading furniture dealers, Norman Adams. But it is far from being just a series of fine photographs for it concentrates principally on the British mahogany furniture of the eighteenth century, a period when British design and craftsmanship reached its pinnacle, a fact amply verified by the sustained demand for these fine pieces. Yet it is a period which curiously enough has, apart from some specialist work, been largely neglected by serious writers on the subject for many years. The book contains some 475 black and white and 56 colour photographs. The illustration of so many fine pieces, as well as unusual items, superbly photographed, would in itself have earned this book a place on the shelves of anyone seriously interested in the subject. But there is an added bonus. A firm like Norman Adams prospers by the skill of the selection in buying — a 'good eye' — and it is this essential facility, succinctly expressed in the captions to the pieces in this book, which will ensure its lasting reputation as an important work of reference. Подробнее

Charles Randall's Designer Sketchfile (+ CD-ROM)

Charles Randall, 2006

This is no ordinary sketchfile with mundane illustrations. These are professional renderings of the most recent designs in window decorating, along with beautiful historical samples. This Sketchfile is all about custom designer window treatments — from a simply executed Roman shade to an over-the-top period style masterpiece. This book will kindle your creativity and stimulate your imagination. You can mix and match the various designs to create a truly unusual treatment that will be your creation — one of a kind — something no-one else in the world has. Plus, download images from the CR-ROM onto your computer and manipulate them into your next masterpiece! Подробнее

The Encyclopaedia of Curtains

Catherine Merrick, 2009

A unique reference book bursting with inspirational full colour photographs and over 600 line diagrams. Together with the step-by-step instructions it is the indispensable curtain-making guide — it has sold more than 30,000 copies worldwide With graded projects and skills from Quick & Easy to elaborate Swags and Tails, many techniques are explained here for the first time. Подробнее

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