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The most effective and appealing breakthrough in house-building within the past five years has been to make the most of every centimetre of space. Budgets aren't what they used to be, houses are smaller and lifestyles are changing rapidly. Clients today want to create a home that is easy to maintain, environmentally responsible and inexpensive to operate. Ranging from glass cabins to copper-clad tree houses, this book features an international collection of projects by thirty of the most international, important architects and interior designers. Discover how to use flexible space and make the most of a narrow lot, how to use every square metre of living space, while also responding to rising ecological concerns and skyrocketing energy bills.

Thirty-six architects from Europe and the USA present their very latest projects for luxury villas - from a villa in the city to a lakeside location and those on the coast or in the mountains. The book features over 100 unique and stunning houses.

This book shows how architecture and design helps to express the identity and philosophy of international companies. The public image of a corporation is communicated either powerfully or subtly and symbolically in its internal and external spaces. It analyses different approaches to architecture as a brand message by a wide range of international architectural practices from different countries. This collection brings together award-winning projects by architects such as: Ricardo Bofill (Spain), Cloud Architektai (Lithuania), 3 de Luxe (Germany), Amaa Arquitectos (Spain), Team V (Holland), Andreescu & Gaivoronschi (Romania), Cepezed (Holland), Taillandier (France) and others.

This practical book features a wide variety of potted plants, terrariums, mossariums, Kokedama (Japanese moss balls), Wabi-kusa (indoor water gardens), wallscapes and hydroponic systems. These natural elements of home decoration occupy very little space and require little maintenance; they are ideal for small homes that don't have much scope for outdoor gardening. These portable tiny indoor gardens are a growing art that spark endless green-fingered creativity.

This practical book features a wide variety of potted plants, terrariums, mossariums, Kokedama (Japanese moss balls), Wabi-kusa (indoor water gardens), wallscapes and hydroponic systems. These natural elements of home decoration occupy very little space and require little maintenance; they are ideal for small homes that don't have much scope for outdoor gardening. These portable tiny indoor gardens are a growing art that spark endless green-fingered creativity.

Industrial style has become one of the most influential interior design trends of recent years. Following the second industrial revolution, strong developments in industry resulted in a change in the concept of furniture design in the same way as it transformed society. Its nostalgic aesthetic and the sincerity and crudeness of its materials and functionality made it popular in working class neighbourhoods in the United States, giving birth to the loft living concept. The advent of new materials and the possibilities for bulk manufacturing gave rise to pieces that have today become icons of modern design. This book is intended as a source of inspiration and guidance for those making their foray into the world of industrial style, presenting the most influential names in the genre, anonymous pieces salvaged from junk shops and carefully selected interior design projects.

This volume gathers together thirty of the most recognized international architects and presents current architectural trends in multi-housing design. The projects included showcase new e-structures and ideas and are illustrated in high quality photographs showing the outside, common areas and private interior spaces of the buildings. A selection of plans and sketches together with a clear descriptive text analyze the projects in detail.

Wood is one of the very best materials for building construction because of its versatility, its capacity as a thermal and acoustic insulator, its warm appearance, pleasant texture and feel and its ecological character. Architects love to use this natural material for exterior design and decoration, aided by new ways of fixing and joining wood thanks to modern technology. Today's criteria for sustainable housing ("living") and offices ("working") also benefit greatly from the use of wood. The great variety of available wood and the fact that it is easy to recycle results in the construction of the masterful and varied designs shown in this book.

From the day when a machine made it possible to challenge Earth's gravitational force, aeronautics and later astronautics have fascinated humanity. This book features classic and little-known photographs of the planes that have marked the history of the sky's conquest, of the 20th-century's military conflicts, and the development of commercial air transport. Discover in over 300 photographs the heroes and pioneers that conquered the sky and the technology that permitted humans to fly.

What are the distilleries' secrets to the creation of a whisky with a unique flavour? From the Scottish Lowlands to the island of Islay, from Irish whiskey to bourbon, they are all the result of artful production processes which are imbued with the richness of natural elements such as the purity of Scottish water springs. To know a little more about this product, a wide selection of brands are presented in this book, featuring their original bottles, their specific qualities and the history of the men who created them. Each brand tells the story of a spirit that recently celebrated its 500th anniversary.

The guitar has adapted to every musical evolution. Few musical instruments have experienced such a wide variety of models, shapes, colours and materials. This book features more than 160 instruments, spanning more than four centuries of guitar history. They are the works of the great Italian and French craftsmen from the 17th century to modern times. From the signature models such as Les Paul and Stratocaster to the most surprising creations (harp-guitars and Lap steel guitars), this book describes the musical trends and features the favourite instruments of the great masters.

The guitar has adapted to every musical evolution. Few musical instruments have experienced such a wide variety of models, shapes, colours and materials. This book features more than 160 instruments, spanning more than four centuries of guitar history. They are the works of the great Italian and French craftsmen from the 17th century to modern times. From the signature models such as Les Paul and Stratocaster to the most surprising creations (harp-guitars and Lap steel guitars), this book describes the musical trends and features the favourite instruments of the great masters.

Cheese, unlike other foods or culinary ingredients, is not a recently ""fashionable"" product. Its roots go back to ancient times. It was one of the favourite foods of the Greeks and Romans and in Egypt it was considered as one of their basic foods. Cheese now appears on the menus of the most luxurious restaurants, is a faithful companion for excursions and picnics, is a snack for children of almost all ages, is the food of the poor, is the joy of the gourmet, is the sandwich of choice... It is a universal panacea inside and outside the kitchen, and this is what this book reflects.

Ibiza is an island of magical contrasts that reflect the passage of time through its history, colonisations and its people of different roots, customs and ways of understanding its particular tolerance and idiosyncrasy. The island has a magical light, lined with light blue in the sky and turquoise in the sea, especially in spring and autumn, where the digital sigh of a camera's frame can capture the brightness and colour of the sensations that can be experienced through its places, architecture and people. This is a guide to Ibiza created from a photographic viewpoint, seeking the value of the locations through the eyes of two unique artists with the camera. The photographers have found a new way of understanding the environment, with the care, dedication and ecological respect, revealing shapes and colours that people otherwise may not have fully appreciated. This book will introduce you to the beauty of secret, magical and surprising Ibizan locations and buildings that your senses will never forget.

Interior design projects for residential spaces where plants are part of the basic design, adding personality and life to the decor and counteracting the negative effects of city living. There is much more to interiors filled with plants than meets the eye. Plant arrangements can be seen as an inexpensive way to decorate a home, but in fact, the use of plants in interior design has benefits that are often overlooked. Plants add dimension to interiors and make them feel lively. They strengthen the connection with nature and reflect an appreciation of the botanical world. They improve air quality and regulate temperature and humidity levels. Plants also have positive effects on people's moods and health, reducing stress, promoting creativity, productivity and wellbeing. This book includes interior design projects for residential spaces, such as apartments, single-family houses, penthouses, and lofts in urban and rural environments. It focuses on modern interiors, where plants are part of the design, giving the home an organic touch. From interior courtyards to small balconies and through simple but graceful arrangements of potted plants, the projects offer inspirational ideas to all those who want to fill their homes with plants and add personality to their decor.

For several decades the concepts of ecology and sustainability have generated influential currents of opinion in society, affecting all areas of our lives. Nowadays, no sensible person goes against the theory of global warming or the ever more pressing need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In the field of architecture, significant changes and developments are evolving. However, experience tells us that we still have a way to go. The percentage of sustainable buildings is still very low compared to the increased volume of building projects all over the world. Much more participation is still required on the part of everyone involved - from architects and building contractors to manufacturers of materials and end customers. This book gives this leading role to thirty selected international architects, all professionals who reveal the new trends in sustainable architecture and how they have contributed through their ideas to the basics of sustainable architecture.