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Few people understand the nature of resorts and the secrets of designing them more than the world renowned architects and designers, Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo (WATG), whose mission over the last six decades has been ‘to design experiences that lift the spirit’. Ranging from luxurious island resorts to exotic desert getaways and from sophisticated urban hideaways to cool mountaintop retreats, some of its extraordinary projects include the Hotel Bora Bora in French Polynesia, The Palace of the Lost City in South Africa, The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel in California, and the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Hawaii.

This spectacular volume takes you beyond the foyers to explore the inspiration and ideas behind the designs, which often begin from a thought on a notepad.

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Few people understand the nature of resorts and the secrets of designing them more than the world renowned architects and designers, Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo (WATG), whose mission over the last six decades has been ‘to design experiences that lift the spirit’. Ranging from luxurious island resorts to exotic desert getaways and from sophisticated urban hideaways to cool mountaintop retreats, some of its extraordinary projects include the Hotel Bora Bora in French Polynesia, The Palace of the Lost City in South Africa, The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel in California, and the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa in Hawaii.

This spectacular volume takes you beyond the foyers to explore the inspiration and ideas behind the designs, which often begin from a thought on a notepad.

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The greatest challenge in designing homes is negotiating the delicate balance between aesthetics and the personal desires of the occupants. While it`s important for the structure to reflect the vision and style of the architect, the client must ultimately feel at home beneath the roof. It is particularly interesting, therefore, to examine the homes that architects create for themselves. If houses reflect their owners` personalities, then architects` own homes are like autobiographies. Location, layout, style, lighting, artwork, furnishings — every detail adds color to the story. Each of these 100 dwellings, presented A-Z by architect, speaks more about its designer than any other building possibly could.

100 Houses is a superb sourcebook of contemporary private houses of all styles in all parts of the world. From North America to Japan, and from London to Sydney, the diverse range of locations, architectural styles, scales and budgets brought together here represents the very best in domestic architecture of the past few years. Each project is generously illustrated to show all its exterior and interior features, and the houses are compellingly described by architectural critic and journalist Cathy Strongman to highlight their key characteristics and how these have been accomplished. Offering the reader a rare insight into the work of some of today’s top architectural practices, this is an essential reference for architects and interior designers as well as anyone wanting to build or extend their own home.

- The ultimate inspirational sourcebook of contemporary houses
- Brings together a huge variety of locations, scales, styles and budgets
- Packed with 800 photographs by many of the most respected architectural photographers working today

This inspiring book chronicles the most influential ideas that have shaped architecture. Entertainingly written by an expert on architecture, it provides a concise history of the subject, and offers a fascinating resource to dip into for the general reader.

Starting with the basic building 'components' of door, window, column and beam and the Classical orders, it then goes on to explore historical movements such as the Picturesque and Beaux-Arts, innovative materials such as steel and reinforced concrete, technical innovations, such as the lift and electric lighting, through to modern movements such as Universal Design and Deconstruction.

Arranged in a broadly chronological order, the ideas are presented through fascinating text and arresting visuals, 100 Ideas that Changed Architecture explores when each idea first evolved and the subsequent impact it has had up to the present day.

How to Live Well. A diverse and enticing selection of interiors around the world

Living well. The ultimate sourcebook for stylish interiors

Making stops in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia, this edition rounds up some of today’s most exceptional and inspiring interiors across six continents. From rustic minimalism to urbane eclecticism, the selection celebrates a global spectrum of styles, united by authenticity, a love of detail, and a zest for individual expression that will never go out of fashion.

Includes interiors in Argentina, Brasil, China, Cuba, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Morocco, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, the UK, the USA, and many more countries.

With pictures by leading interior photographers including: Xavier Béjot, Pieter Estersohn, Marina Faust, Reto Guntli, François Halard, HieplerBrunier, Ditte Isager, Nikolas Koenig, Ricardo Labougle, Eric Laignel, Åke Lindman, Thomas Loof, Jason Schmidt, Mark Seelen, René Stoeltie, Tim Street-Porter, Vincent Thibert, Simon Upton, Paul Warchol.

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Bibliotheca Universalis — Compact cultural companions celebrating the eclectic TASCHEN universe at an unbeatable, democratic price!

Since we started our work as cultural archaeologists in 1980, TASCHEN has become synonymous with accessible, open-minded publishing. Bibliotheca Universalis brings together more than 100 of our all-time favourite titles in a neat new format so you can curate your own affordable library of art, anthropology, and aphrodisia.

Bookworm’s delight — never bore, always excite!

Popular demand has led IMAGES' team of researchers to scour the world for yet another stunning collection of homes. The 100 fabulous homes carefully selected for this volume represent contemporary residential architecture in all its myriad forms. Vast differences in location, climate, culture, style, materials, interiors, and even furniture result in a collection that showcases, with full-colour photographs, plans and drawings, the best in international residential architecture. This is a book that can be browsed through time after time, with each viewing guaranteed to inspire, delight and surprise.

This book guides us through the most beautiful cathedrals from Prague to Bogota, with magnificent color photographs and original stories. The start of our journey is, of course, Rome: the center of Catholic Christianity. Here, we can marvel at the sublime art of Michelangelo and the majestic beauty of the basilica di San Pietro.We then continue our travels across five continents, visiting the highlights of 1500 years of Christian architecture: the harmonious Gothic style of York minster, the cloister complex of Rila, the golden mosaics of San Vitale in Ravenna. Each of these cathedrals has, apart from artistic beauty and religious function, its own, unique history. The cathedral of Mexico City, built on the remnants of an Aztec sanctuary, is a lasting memory of the colonial past. On the other hand, the Berliner Gedachtniskirche is an affirmation of hope for peace on earth. All the cathedrals in this book have a story to tell, together with inspiring symbolism and sacred beauty.

Using both text and superb color photography, this book describes the most famous and impressive museums in the world: Prado in Madrid, National Gallery in London, Muse"e du Louvre in Paris, Museum of Modern Art in New York and many more.

They form the hustling centre of the big cities: the famous square in the heart of the city. They function as diverse meeting places for the local inhabitants, tourist attractions, end-stations for pilgrimages, open-air museums or normal market squares where traders can sell their goods. The one hundred unique squares described in this book are surrounded by fine architecture. They proudly display their fountains and statues and seductively lure tourists to their galleries and coffee house terraces. The journey begins on the beautiful Campo van Siena and goes via Vrijthof in Maastricht and the lovely Place des Vosges in Paris to the fairy tale-like Rigestan square in Samarkand and much more.

Squares are the bustling centers of big cities, functioning as meeting places for traders and tourists, lovers and friends. They are tourist attractions, destinations for ardent pilgrims, open-air museums and busy market places full of traditional or exotic goods. The 100 unique squares described here are the results of fine architecture, rich history and proud citizenry. Magnificent fountains and statues, as well as abundant, colorful markets, lure tourists into the hearts of famous cities. Our journey takes us from the beautiful Campo van Siena through Lujubjana"s Preseren Square, to Riga"s Town Hall and the Place des Vosges in Paris. We explore urban centers on other continents as well: the Djemaa el-Fna in Marrakech, Iran"s Imam Square, Plaza de la Catedral in Havana and many more.

Many people are familiar with Russia"s most visible landmarks, particularly those in Moscow: the Kremlin, Red Square and St Basil"s Cathedral. Yet these are only three of Russia"s architectural, cultural, and historical treasures. With this book, discover the rich heritage of Russia"s fortresses, palaces, cathedrals, museums, monasteries, and cities. From the era of the Kievan Rus in the 9th century, the Tatars in the 13th and 14th centuries, to the 16th through 18th centuries, the time of the Tsars and of Imperial Russia, Russia"s treasures predating the 20th century are examples of sheer elegance. The Grand Palace of Peterhof and the Peterhof Fountains, for example, in St. Petersburg, embody the Tsars" appreciation for Classicism, while Trinity Cathedral, in the Sergiyev Posad monastery, dating to the 14th century, shows reverence for the Orthodox Church in shining onion domes.

Russia"s 20th-century treasures are towering examples of beauty on an awe-inspiring scale. The vast stretches of the All-Russian Exhibition Center, for example, and the "seven sisters" skyscrapers illustrate the Soviet ideals of beauty. The book"s journey begins in Moscow, where these 20th-century structures are balanced by an array of cathedrals, churches, and monasteries. Beyond Moscow, the Golden Ring (the circle of culturally and artistically significant churches, monasteries, and towns) expands on Russian traditions and architectural heritage. In addition, the treasures of St Petersburg are fully catalogued here, as well as those in other parts of the country. From start to finish, this is a book to savor, as you discover the true range and depth of Russia"s riches.

There will never be a shortage in demand for social meeting places and the burgeoning bar industry reflects this need. Today the original pub or saloon bar has come a long way from its humble origins. People now require more tailored spaces with their own individual identities. These new bars must cater to different customers, from small groups to office parties, and accommodate a broad range of entertainment facilities. In this exciting publication some of the latest trends in bars from around the world are revealed, including themed bars, exclusive drinking establishments and renovated traditional pubs. International architects draw on their creative imagination and design skills to provide some truly inspired social spaces.

This best selling publication features exciting contemporary homes from some of the architectural 'greats' including Hugh Newell Jacobsen, Rem Koolhaas, Kisho Kurokawa, Eric Owen Moss, Antoine Predock, Harry Seidler, Steven Ehrlich, Sean Godsell Architects, Rick Joy, Alberto Baeza and others.

The book is inspirational in its many varied designs, reflecting lifestyles from around the world. Richly illustrated with photographs and drawings, it has wide appeal to both the general reader and those interested in the finer aspects of design.

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This book presents a spectacular selection of the tallest and most fascinating skyscrapers that have been constructed around the globe. Their existence spans more than 65 years of engineering and architectural excellence, with heights ranging from the lowest of 725 feet (221 metres) to more than double at 1483 feet (452 metres). Projects included in this publication are The Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, Sears Tower, the Petronas Towers and the Woolworth Building. Edited by tall building experts Ivan Zaknic, Matthew Smith and Dolores Rice from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.