Michelle Galindo
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Masterpieces: Bungalow Architecture + Design
The bungalow as we know it was created when British colonial administrators adapted a classic style of Indian architecture to build their summer retreats.
Wood: Architecture&Design
Wood has always been a strong contributing factor in the creation of interesting architecture. Because of its special physical characteristics, its many possibilities of application and combination with other construction materials, since human beings began building houses, wood has been one of the main building materials. In addition, because of the increasing sensitivity for the protection of resources, the ecological potential of wood as a renewable raw material wood has gained in significance. To build with wood has been for years and is still a trend topic, this volume is a road tour of contemporary wood architecture. The many possibilities for use of this natural building material are shown with texts, photos, facts and drawings, as well as the innovative construction techniques which have extended these possibilities. The architectural species diversity ranges from energy efficient passive homes to wide span supporting structures, to multi-story productions halls.
Fashion Worlds
Quality of design has been an indispensable component of successful sales strategies since time immemorial, and has only gained in importance in the age of internet sales. Retail shopping must be fun and passionately celebrated as an emotional experience. Since one trend chases the next, design must display sustainability and flexibility or to precisely feature the current collection.
Coffee Time
Today it is no longer a matter of taste as to how and which coffee we drink, as it is even more important where we enjoy it. A multitude of new cafés, coffee shops and coffeehouses around the world honor a centuries old tradition, setting thereby new design trends. The task is to create communicative and inspiring locations and spaces, which at the same time measure up to the functional demands of the catering trade. The design solutions are as varied as the concepts, the transitions to lounge, club or restaurant are flowing. After an informative introduction, Coffee Time presents current projects that show the exciting conceptual and stylistic breadth of café designs today.
Lacná kniha Tropical Houses (-50%)
This title features a stunning array of the most ambitious examples of residential design in the tropics. From a simple dwelling on a remote island to a luxurious holiday home set in a spectacular landscape from Brazil to Florida, from New Zealand to Singapore Tropical Houses brings together a collection of exotic environments designed by well-known architectural firms with interesting approaches by local architects.The houses featured in this volume embrace the tropical lifestyle with open-air rooms, shady courtyards, sunny patios, and cool stucco walls. Exotic local materials and eco-conscious features are a seamless response to the settings of many of the featured houses.
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Country House
Country houses are becoming more popular as the urban stress rises around the globe living in the countryside means giving a piece of peace back and connecting back to nature. The rural retreats offer a refuge in nature from the hustle and bustle of
daily urban life. The natural settings offer challenges and opportunities at the same time. Whether high mountains, canyons, or cliffy coasts, this volume showcases 60 of the best of contemporary countryhouses designs worldwide, featuring the work of
well-known architects and innovative designers who pay their respect to nature through sustainable construction methods and an esthetic style that appreciates and highlights the beauty and uniqueness of each landscape.
Ice Architecture
The climatic development over the past years and the predicted climate change worldwide give us reason to launch this new series, which will deal with architecture in extreme environment as well as with extreme architecture in general. Special requirements, due to climatic conditions in their increasing radicalness, do not only demand a great deal of material and workmanship but also ask for a special engineering performance and adjusted architectural concepts. This volume will feature 50-60 projects from extreme climatic regions where it is extremely cold, like in the Arctic. Articles explain the climatic framework, in which the projects have been built and point out which materials are adequate for buildings in extremely cold areas.
San Francisco
San Francisco, the city of so many people’s dreams, is seeing a new wave of architectural innovation every bit the match for the area’s stunning landscapes and earlier architectural gems. All of these buildings have been designed to blend seamlessly into the existing urban environment. Quality and authenticity are the keynotes here. Enthusiasts of architecture and art are flocking to see Philippe Starck’s Clift Hotel, as well as work by Claudio Silvestrin, Sand Studios, and Gabellini Associates among others. The and: guide San Francisco features the newest and most outstanding buildings.
British Interior Design
Often associated with traditional styles involving floral motifs, pastel colours and soft fabrics, British interior design used to be rather modest. The contemporary scene however is filled with a wild array of styles juxtaposing the classical with the kitsch, the romantic with the quirky and the rough with the polished.
This volume offers a thrilling glimpse into a range of the most recent and inspiring British interiors from internationally renowned designers as well as talented individuals striking new paths in this dynamic and fascinating world. Whether private homes, offices, clubs, bars or restaurants, the projects presented here reveal a fusion of the utterly familiar with the wonderfully eccentric and place Britain firmly at the forefront of global interior design.
1000 x architecture of the Americas
This volume is part of the successful book series "Collection of Architecture", an unparalleled resource that presents 1000 outstanding and creative projects from 1000 acclaimed and emerging architects revamping the architectural legacies of the p
ast throughout the Americas. Comprised of varying typologies and split by numerous cultural and historical differences, North, Central and South America offer a plethora of innovative trends in the field of contemporary architecture. Stunning photogr
aphy, informative texts and a comprehensive index are enclosed.
Kids Design
Cute little bears in all different colours, grinning elephants and cuddly mice cavorting on the padding on the changing table; winter parkas, the playhouse: the design quality of products for children frequently leaves much to be desired. But fortunately the examples are increasing of child appropriate design with style. This is of course not simply a matter of satisfying the aesthetic demands of the adults. It is more about an attractive product design which makes sense for children and their development. This volume presents products for children which allow children to be children. Such products must of course also be functional and stable. And it is at least as important that they playfully incite their phantasy and creativity while encouraging their capabilities and potentials. They should also be a source of pleasure for the potential design lovers of tomorrow. The products presented include toys, baby carriages, furniture, clothing, shoes and much more in the categories of living, fashion and playtime.
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Chalets: Trendsetting Mountain Treasures
The chalet of today is a far cry from the original herdsman s hut. Its triumphant ascent to elegant mountain mansion, frequently used as a holiday getaway by the societal elite, began in the 19th century. Its allure today is unbroken. As a place of relaxation and retreat from the day-to-day, chalets are being built in mountainous regions around the world. The chalet derives its charm from the combination of the architectural and the surrounding nature. Instead of simply fitting into the landscape by necessity, the dwellings draw it in. In this way a unique formal language emerges. This volume displays the charm of nature, while winning over the viewer with contemporary designs, which range from the classical wooden house with flat gabled roof, to the high-tech mountain hut.
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Beach Houses
Beach Houses features a stunning array of the most ambitious examples of residential design at the sea. From a minimalist dwelling on a remote island to an apartment complex high aboce the sea to a luxurious holiday villa in an urban setting this, this volume brings together a collection of remarkable houses designed by well-known architectural firms as well as interesting approaches by local architects. The contemporary beach houses from across the world featured in this volume harmoniously adapt to the surrounding landscape while embracing the seaside lifestyle with sumptuous interiors and outdoor living spaces and balancing casual-cool and opulence. They answer today s aesthetic, functional and ecological demands, while at the same time underscoring the uniqueness of the seaside location.
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Lacná kniha Wood: Architecture&Design (-70%)
Wood has always been a strong contributing factor in the creation of interesting architecture. Because of its special physical characteristics, its many possibilities of application and combination with other construction materials, since human beings began building houses, wood has been one of the main building materials. In addition, because of the increasing sensitivity for the protection of resources, the ecological potential of wood as a renewable raw material wood has gained in significance. To build with wood has been for years and is still a trend topic, this volume is a road tour of contemporary wood architecture. The many possibilities for use of this natural building material are shown with texts, photos, facts and drawings, as well as the innovative construction techniques which have extended these possibilities. The architectural species diversity ranges from energy efficient passive homes to wide span supporting structures, to multi-story productions halls.
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Resort Design
Resorts lassen an Palmen, weiße Sandstrände und türkisblaues Wasser denken, oder auch an eine wildromantische Berglandschaft. Jedes ist auf seine Weise einzigartig; allen gemeinsam ist eine reizvolle natürliche Umgebung, hevorragende Ausstattung, außergewöhnlicher Service sowie die Gewissheit von Exklusivität und die Garantie von Privatsphäre. Resort Design präsentiert die interessantesten Entwürfe aus der ganzen Welt - ob in der friedlichen Abgeschiedenheit einer Insel, eines Küstenortes oder in den Bergen gelegen - die ausgewählten Resorts vereinen zeitlose Eleganz mit zeitgenössischem Design. Alle Projekte werden anhand von Fotos und Texten sowie ergänzenden Plänen und Zeichnungen präsentiert.
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Tropical Houses
This title features a stunning array of the most ambitious examples of residential design in the tropics. From a simple dwelling on a remote island to a luxurious holiday home set in a spectacular landscape from Brazil to Florida, from New Zealand to Singapore Tropical Houses brings together a collection of exotic environments designed by well-known architectural firms with interesting approaches by local architects.The houses featured in this volume embrace the tropical lifestyle with open-air rooms, shady courtyards, sunny patios, and cool stucco walls. Exotic local materials and eco-conscious features are a seamless response to the settings of many of the featured houses.
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