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The passing of the hours is the one thing we all have in common. Long the subject of philosophical musings, time waits for none of us. This thought-provoking volume profiles twelve very distinct masters in the world of high-end horology. We learn of the unique process, infinite precision and personal vision each brings to his craft. Through text and photographs we gain a heartfelt understanding of the fine detail and delicate artistry that is the hallmark of mechanical watchmaking at its highest echelons. Author Elizabeth Doerr is the senior editor of Wristwatch Annual and has written for prominent magazines worldwide. Photographer Ralf Baumgarten’s varied projects include his first book on watchmaking, UhrMenschen. His works have been featured in publications and exhibitions internationally.

Innovative materials, creative finishes and inspired designs—this stunning sourcebook offers a multitude of ways to create a bathroom masterpiece. Whether you’re looking for the Zen ambience of a high-end spa or the fine comfort of a luxury hotel, we show the options for making your bathroom a unique and inspiring retreat. With the examples profiled here you’ll see how fixtures, finishes and furnishings can combine to maximum effect.

When we travel, hotels function as our home away from home. In these temporary abodes, we seek many of the qualities most valued in our own dwellings: comfort, style and—especially nowadays—sustainability. This inspiring volume offers a compendium of stylish yet ecological accommodations across the world, each a distinct example of what it means to be green. Careful consideration in the design, construction and maintenance of these properties ensure they protect the planet. Respectful of local traditions, resources and ecosystems, these top-notch lodgings show a way forward for tourism—and for the Earth.

Guy Bourdin was one of the most acclaimed fashion and advertising photographers of all time. No stranger to controversy, his bold, stylized images constantly broke new ground. Bourdin’s sophisticated aesthetic made dramatic use of shapes and color and his subtexts were tantalizing and often bizarre. He made complex, surreal narratives his hallmark—linking simple objects with complicated stories. Many of his tableaux were enigmatic, guiding the viewer into a dream world laden with sex, bizarre juxtapositions and sometimes a hint of violence. There is nothing coy or cozy about his art! Highly successful, his images graced the pages of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and many others. His work helped defined the brands of Chanel, Ungaro and Bloomingdales.

New Yorkers are known the world over for their love of sophisticated style. This accessible volume profiles the chicest living spaces in and around this ultimate urban playground. Featuring an array of décor from solidly classical to the ultimate in contemporary glamour, Reto Guntli’s photographs take us on an insider tour of the Big Apple’s most desirable residences.

We all know how fun and exciting travel can be. But as with all good things in life, it’s too easy to deny yourself. This accessible Styleguide edition profiles the coolest hotels for more modest budgets. Each featured hostelry offers comfort, style and sophistication. It just goes to show that high-end design can equal affordability.

With its rugged coastline, national parks teeming with wildlife and vibrant metropolises, South Africa is one of the most fascinating countries in the world. On the occasion of the FIFA World Cup, best-selling author Michael Poliza returns to South Africa to capture this richly diverse land and its people. To create a fitting homage to his longtime adopted country, Poliza invited some of South Africa’s most famous photographers to contribute to this book. As a result, SOUTH AFRICA combines the high-quality photography familiar from Michael Poliza’s award-winning books AFRICA, EYES OVER AFRICA and ANTARCTIC with the images of Vanessa Cowling, Chris Fallows, Justin Fox, Craig Fraser, Chris Kirchhoff, Mandla Mnyakama, Obie Oberholzer and Thomas P. Peschak. SOUTH AFRICA is a breathtakingly beautiful coffee table book, as awe-inspiring and diverse as the Rainbow Nation itself.

With a design sense that blends ancient traditions and cutting edge innovation, Asia is a treasure trove for hotel aficionados. This comprehensive overview chronicles the best contemporary accommodations throughout the region. A 396-page volume, this book is packed with hundreds of stunning photographs, as well as informative texts. With groundbreaking designs and top-notch materials, these hotels showcase the finest modern Asian architecture.

This attractive volume highlights the attractions and amenities enjoyed by lucky passengers aboard one of the ten ships of the MSC Cruises's fleet. As you browse these spellbinding images, you can almost feel the briny breezes. Combining maritime traditions and unsurpassed Mediterranean cuisine to deliver the ultimate cruise experience, MSC Cruises blends Italian warmth and style for a truly international sophistication. With a line of luxuriously appointed ships and stimulating ports of call, MSC Cruises truly offers a journey of a lifetime.

This offbeat collection of whimsical illustrations gently plays with our preconceptions. As we browse this selection of illustrated jests, we enter the artist's absurd and childlike world. Seemingly simple, these spare images are complex in their implications. Odd juxtapositions make us laugh and then think. As Marc Johns himself remarks "finding the humor in things often means finding the truth."

With a long and distinguished history of gardening excellence, Great Britain and Ireland contain some of the world's top luxury gardens. This magnificent volume features horticultural marvels throughout these lands. Whether a mansion, castle or hotel, most are open to the public. These gardens run the gamut—ranging from the classical rolling English parklands of Capability Brown, to the exuberant flower beds at Sissinghurst and the stark post-modernism of Derek Jarman's lunar landscapes.

Blossom Buddies are the endearing creations of illustrator Elsa Mora. She carefully reconfigures plants to create a universe of unique characters. Inspired by time spent with her young autistic son, Mora’s one-of-akind characters combine vivid imagination with a careful appreciation of nature’s forms. These floral personalities will draw you into their world of wonder and whimsy.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin is undeniably a highlight of the fashion calendar. Here, the worlds of art, status and celebrity mingle with thrilling results. Of course, this is also an economic event of supreme importance where not only trends are set and creative limits are shattered, but careers are launched and fortunes made. Leading photographer Claudius Holzmann, who shot at the fashion week from the very beginning, has sifted through approximately 40,000 images to select those that capture the extremes of creativity and passion. Through his eyes, we sneak glimpses of the drama that prevails behind the scenes. Be captivated by the swirling atmosphere as Holzmann chronicles the designers, makeup artists and models that make this a unique spectacle.

Harmony with the environment and conserving natural resources come up more frequently on the wish list for dream homes. From around the world, the 33 homes presented in this book show that glamour and green architecture can be ideally combined. The spectrum of approaches range from hi-tech energy- and resource-saving solutions and industrially prefabricated modules, to traditional building methods and local materials. Moreover, all of them successfully work with the climatic and geographical conditions of their surroundings. The spectacular experience of nature up close, comfort beyond compare, remarkable design, and a clean conscience all come together in Ecological Living.

Master of the sensual nude, Stefan May’s latest work captures the intimate splendor of the feminine form. This original collection combines duotone and color images in an imaginative assortment. The contrast between photographic modes helps the reader fully appreciate form, texture, as well as interplays of light and shadow. Celebrated photographer Stefan May has published several bestselling books by teNeues including Men, available as small edition in the Erotic Library series. His work has also appeared in magazines such as Amica, GQ, Stern, Playboy, Maxim, Black & White Magazine Australia, and Cosmopolitan.