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Contemporary Variations on a Timeless Style Explore the charm of simplicity and innovation in interior design. Welcome to Modern Rustic, an exciting compilation celebrating the perfect blend of rustic simplicity and contemporary innovation. This book invites you to delve into the world of architecture and interior design through the inspiring creations of visionary architects and interior designers. Each page takes you on a journey through a diverse range of projects, from renovated countryside retreats to stunning modern constructions in natural settings. Discover how these professionals have reinterpreted and revitalized the rustic style with a contemporary twist.

A celebration of Europe's coolest harbourside, clifftop and beach hotels, curated by an internationally renowned architecture and travel photographer. The featured hotels are right on the coast with uninterrupted views of the wide open ocean, and also include small, secret and stylish beachfront hideaways, all a barefoot stroll to the water, from Mallorca via England and Denmark to France, Italy and beyond.

This book showcases living spaces that are functional, aesthetic, and sustainable. They integrate different styles, materials, and technologies to create personalized spaces that reflect the tastes and lifestyles of their occupants. Whether in the vast landscapes of Scandinavia, the majestic Alps, the coasts of southern Europe or the rugged beauty of the American desert, the projects featured here are captivating examples of how architecture and interior design are created with a sense of place. They impressively demonstrate how architects and interior designers incorporate the unique conditions and characteristics of a region into their plans. These living spaces express a deep connection to the surrounding environment and culture. They are works of art that capture the soul of the region and remind us how harmoniously people and nature can coexist in harmony.

Skateparks are not only areas for sporting activity; for young people in particular, they fulfil various social functions beyond sport. David Andreu (with the help and advice of celebrity skateboarder Luka Melloni) has compiled a selection of international skateparks with a special spirit - spaces designed and built by technical teams and practising sportsmen and women. This beautiful volume reviews the most important work of the top designers of recent years, those who are leading the way in the design and conceptualisation of these special spaces.The book is a useful tool for architects, designers, landscapers, builders, urban planners and of course for all skateboarders around the world who want to keep up to date with the skateparks, ramps and pumptracks that have recently been built for their use and enjoyment.

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.

Landskap Design was created just over 20 years ago in Bergen, Norway, by Professor of Architecture Arne Saelen, and is now a leading practitioner of landscape architecture and a unique inspiration for urban landscape artists world-wide. This is Loft's second book, about the work of architect Arne Saelen, focusing on the sketches, plans and details of his most relevant works, showing us their design process and exploring the sources, the influences and the reasoning behind the projects of one of today's most recognised landscape architects.

A magnificent photographic celebration of the work by the most exciting and innovative contemporary shoemakers and boutique designers. Whenever a celebrity steps out with a new look, women want to know, "Who styled her?" "And where did she get her shoes?". Today, in addition to seeking inspiration from major shoe brands, stylists are also turning to boutique designers when creating unforgettable looks for their clients. This magnificent book spotlights the most exciting and innovative contemporary international shoemakers whose artful designs are not just hip, but also feminine and chic. For these designers, staying true to their aesthetic principles and producing high quality creations is their top goal.

In recent decades, there has been a growing awareness of environmental issues in society as a whole, mainly due to the increasingly serious consequences of climate change and the progressive degradation of the natural environment caused by human activity. Within this trend, the practice of ""Green Architecture"" stands as one of the main tools to promote a change of course that helps to ensure the sustainability of the planet and the preservation of its natural heritage. This book showcases recent house designs which exemplify green architecture and how such houses provide sustainable living environments.

A photographic celebration of the unique look of Ibiza architecture, including houses, bars, beach clubs, restaurants, hotels in the most beautiful locations.

The concept of slow living translates architecturally into interior spaces that slow down the frenetic pace of modern life, whether at the seaside, in a country village or in the middle of a big city. They seek wellbeing in everyday life; they favour observation, enjoyment, reflection and calm. The interiors of these homes are an alternative to the urgency of modern life and are oriented towards simplicity, conscious consumption and the natural rhythm of things. This book presents a selection of the work by architects and interior designers from around the world who seek through their work to create environments for an unhurried life.

Industrial style or "industrial chic" refers to an aesthetic trend in interior design that has been popular since the start of the 21st century and which takes inspiration from old factories and industrial spaces that in recent years have been converted into lofts and other living spaces. Components of industrial style include weathered wood, exposed brick, industrial lighting, fixtures and concrete. Old factory spaces are often characterized by their spaciousness, high ceilings, large windows and special finishes.This guide to interior design sets out to convey the atmosphere of the industrial style and how it influences contemporary interior design in domestic and hospitality settings.

An illustrated celebration of architecture using shipping containers as modular building elements, resulting in affordable moveable and sustainable prefabricated homes. Architecture with containers is a form of sustainable architecture creating a very peculiar aesthetic from recycled material. It is a construction procedure based on the assembly of modular elements, in this case, containers used in maritime and rail transport of goods. They are robust, durable, economical, easily transportable, adaptable and sustainable. Their versatility makes them adaptable to the most diverse scales and needs: single-family and collective housing, shopping centres, offices, schools, hotels, restaurants, shelters, laboratories and works of ephemeral architecture.

An illustrated celebration of architecture using shipping containers as modular building elements, resulting in affordable moveable and sustainable prefabricated homes. Architecture with containers is a form of sustainable architecture creating a very peculiar aesthetic from recycled material. It is a construction procedure based on the assembly of modular elements, in this case, containers used in maritime and rail transport of goods. They are robust, durable, economical, easily transportable, adaptable and sustainable. Their versatility makes them adaptable to the most diverse scales and needs: single-family and collective housing, shopping centres, offices, schools, hotels, restaurants, shelters, laboratories and works of ephemeral architecture.

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.

A presentation of contemporary work from thirty international interior designers illustrating their latest projects for houses and apartments. The book showcases the very best examples of the latest home designs in over 200 colour photographs.

Japanese minimalism has become an emerging design force and the essence of the Wabi Sabi aesthetic, the style behind the new trend for "raw Interiors" - the core of Japanese traditional decoration, a simple beauty that can stand the test of time. Contemporary designers have transformed the traditional Wabi Sabi style to create a modern interior design style, involving spaces with the essential elements that have become the hottest style in international decor. This book features about 30 international projects ranging from houses and apartments to commercial spaces, restaurants and hotels. It presents the work of some of the most influential architects and interior designers in the world.