Sergio Quesada

A beautifully curated coffee table book celebrating interiors and lifestyles that embrace mindfulness, simplicity, and timeless elegance. Discover stunning homes that prioritize craftsmanship, natural materials, and thoughtful design, creating spaces that feel both calming and inspiring. The book explores how to cultivate a home that evolves with you, rather than following fleeting trends. From serene Scandinavian retreats to cozy, soulful urban dwellings, 'Slow Home' showcases interiors that tell a story of authenticity and connection. Gain practical tips on designing spaces that encourage relaxation, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for the everyday moments of life. Whether you're an interior enthusiast or seeking a more intentional way of living, this book offers a wealth of inspiration for creating a home that truly feels like you.

Surf: Waves of Living is a book that explores the culture and lifestyle of surfing. It delves into the history and evolution of surfing as a sport and lifestyle, and the impact it has had on society. The book examines the different ways in which surfers live and the various subcultures within the surfing community. From professional surfers to those who simply enjoy surfing as a pastime, the book explores the diverse ways in which individuals engage with the ocean. The photographs provide a glimpse into the unique perspectives that emerge from a life dedicated to surfing. They also explore the connection between surfing and nature, and how this relationship can lead to a deeper appreciation of the natural world. The book reflects on the impact of commercialisation and development on surfing destinations, and the role of surfing in promoting conservation efforts. This is a comprehensive exploration of the surfing lifestyle, and a fascinating insight into the unique mindset and culture that has developed around this popular sport. It is a must-read for anyone interested in surfing or the intersection of nature, culture, and sport.

Rammed earth is a wall building technique that uses earth, chalk, lime and gravel as raw materials. It is an ancient building method that has experienced a renaissance in recent years as people seek greener and more sustainable building materials and naturalconstruction methods. Rammed earth walls are simple to construct, non-combustible, thermally massive, strong and durable. However, they can be labour-intensive to construct without machinery and are susceptible to water damage if not properly protected or maintained. Rammed earth buildings are found on almost every continent, in a range of environments including the temperate and humid regions of northern Europe, semi-arid deserts, mountain and country areas and the tropics. The availability of usable soil and a building design suited to local climatic conditions are factors favouring their use. This book is a compilation of the most relevant international examples of this interesting building technique.

An illustrated celebration of architecture with bricks - the most traditional, inexpensive and flexible of building materials - in a series of recent modern projects. Bricks have been in constant use for a long time. Brick is inexpensive and flexible in its use and today the appreciation for its versatile application, constructive qualities and eco-efficiency remains intact. This book presents selected designs in detailed descriptions accompanied by beautiful images, site and floor plans, elevations and sections. Focusing on residential and interior architecture, this impressive volume is a celebration of contemporary brick architecture, a great exploration of the most surprising, fascinating and inspiring recent projects.