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In this book new trends of wall design are presented by means of numerous projects. The use of new materials allows bright colours and extraordinary patterns, new forms and structures. The wall is not longer only an essential but also a creative element of interior design. As a vertical section of the building, a wall structures the interior, organizes it into private and public areas, forms lines of sight and points of reference. Walls change the impression of the room and its volume. The design with extravagant wallpaper can transform a home into a shimmering place with little effort and give your own four walls an individual character. With self-adhesive motifs like the wall stickers from" a better tomorrow", butterflies can settle in the big city and set temporary accents. An index with contact information of the designers and producers is enclosed.

"Wall Effects" is an inspiring and informative guide to the decorative techniques, offering ideas on how to revitalize your old walls, create an eye-catching or simple background, or merely add a touch of visual interest to your room. Walls define a room and mark out separate zones within a home. In addition, they are also blank canvases that can define or enhance room design, and we are now beginning to pay them due attention and consideration. Alongside, this is a revival of decorating techniques and styles that, until recently, were thought of as old-fashioned and fussy - paint techniques such as sponging, colour washing, textured cork tiles, and, at the forefront, wallpaper. "Wall Effects" will show you how to use these techniques with confidence and style and in a contemporary manner. Divided into the four main themes of decorating - pattern, texture, colour and style - this book explains techniques used to create these effects, as well as how to combine effects to create a more distinctive look. Katie Ebben describes how a bold single image can be treated almost as a piece of art, as well as how to use plaster, sand and crackle finishes to achieve a subtle, textural interest. The chapter on colour covers the resurgence of traditional colour schemes as well as the more modern bold and minimalist approaches. Styles such as new romanticism, modern rustic or retro are another popular approach to interior design, and Katie shows you how to extend them to your walls. Innovative, yet very simple projects illustrate the techniques in each chapter, while the Techniques section provides all the background information you will need to execute your own projects with confidence. From varnishes to pigments, flock wallpaper to colour washing, "Wall Effects" will give your walls the courage to stand out and be noticed.

This book is a fascinating insight into a subject rarely covered in books on interior design. The term 'wallpaper' encompasses everything from printed lining papers to computer-aided limited editions. It covers lavish flocks, exquisite Chinese hand-painted paper, the perennially popular designs of William Morris, the first washable machine-printed papers and embossed wall-coverings, from gilt leather to Anaglypta.

From modest beginnings, wallpaper developed to become a commonplace of the domestic interior from castle to cottage, a means of transcending or enhancing the immediate architectural environment. The book is lavishly illustrated with images of wallpapers, many from the V&A's collections, as well as artists' impressions of interiors, documentary photographs of rooms past and present, posters, trade cards and sample books. It is an invaluable source book for anyone interested in the role of wallpaper in decorative schemes, and gives a lively account of the social history of wallpaper and the part it has played in domestic lives.

Wallpaper has never been more desirable. Throughout their 300-year history, patterned paper wallcoverings have alternated wildly between being absolutely 'of the moment' or totally out of fashion. Recently, after more than a decade of blank white walls and minimalism, wallpaper has made a grand comeback - and its popularity shows no signs of abating. In this stunning book - the ultimate guide to wallpaper - Charlotte Abrahams gets to the heart of the exciting contemporary wallpaper scene. Dividing the book into the three main areas of design - pasted pictures, fabulous florals and architectural illusions - she starts each section with what is happening now, then traces the history back through the key moments, developments, designers and manufacturers to the origins of the style. New young designers and established manufacturers, funky new layered images and classic designs, the latest visual technology and hand-painted historical scenes - all are discussed and illustrated. Each section also explains how to use this type of wallpaper in a variety of ways and rooms to obtain different effects. Expert advice on working out colour schemes, mixing florals with geometrics, using large and small prints, zoning and other techniques is included. Each section ends with full-page photographs of the 48 best wallpapers in this area (a mix of contemporary and classic). Over 200 wallpapers are included and every one is itemised in an illustrated source list giving details of design and manufacturer, with contact details, websites and where to purchase. All the wallpapers featured are available worldwide. Illustrated throughout with stunning wallpaper designs and beautiful rooms, this book really will be the ultimate guide to wallpaper.

From acclaimed French interior designer and decorative arts historian, Florence de Dampierre comes an inspiring collection of the best decorative wall treatments.

Throughout history, there has been a desire to express the esprit of a period by decorating the walls of our homes. From Italianate murals in Renaissance villas and the whimsical painted panels of the Musée Carnavalet to English Arts and Crafts wallpaper and Frederic Church’s stencilled homestead Olana, noted connoisseur de Dampierre shows how decorating walls can transform an interior space to dramatic effect that harmoniously creates a rich, sophisticated look. Walls covers a sampling of premier decorative wall designs from around the world that have evolved over the centuries, including fresco, wood panelling, stencilling, and wallpaper.

De Dampierre has chosen the best examples that have proven to be the most inspirational and relevant for today’s home interior design. Sidebars will cover such topics as lacquering; chair mouldings, pediments, and cornices; borders and friezes; hand-painted linen and cotton hangings; tooled leather, and toile. Each chapter will end with such practical advice as mixing pigments, application tips, maintenance, and restoration. Beautifully photographed, the book offers innumerable wall treatment ideas that can be seamlessly integrated with furnishings of modern interiors to create an original ambience.

This is a monograph by the well-known American company Charles Anderson Landscape. Charles Anderson is an experienced professional landscape architect. The projects in this collection present his design concepts and characteristics. It is an inspiring reference for landscape designers worldwide.

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Great changes have happened to the design of warehouses and distribution centers. People not only begin to pay much attention to control the expense of construction, but start to take technical and safety requirements into consideration. The architects are faced with a number of challenges including the growing shortage of cheap land and the increasing demand cast upon distribution centers.

This book consists of two parts, a system of basic theories, guidelines and design standards, as well as a collection of warehouse and distribution center projects throughout the world to serve both referential and inspirational purposes.

Water and Architecture first addresses the symbolism of water as a design element, then examines specific applications in all kinds of structures and settings worldwide, from classical to postmodern. Charles Moore's lively and instructive text also looks at basic design principles and environmental issues.

Documentary illustrations and plans accompany the text and each section is complemented by a portfolio of spectacular colour photographs bringing the locations and ideas discussed vividly to life.

302 full-color photographs and 18 drawings

Want to make a big splash in your landscape? Add a water garden -- a bubbling urn, soothing fountain, naturalistic pond, or cascading waterfall. Water Garden Idea Book brings these ideas to life, with more than 300 creative examples for any type of landscape. Sage advice on design and placement ensure your water feature will look at home, either as a striking focal point or subtle addition in the landscape. Instruction on how to install simple water features makes this a complete visual sourcebook.

Since Roman times, water has been a life-enhancing adjunct to buildings, intensifying their meaning and impact. Water architecture is beginning to enjoy a renaissance of popularity in both residential and public buildings. Though previously seen as environmentally wasteful, the designs in this book have been selected for their sustainability as architects have increasingly begun to incorporate social concerns such as this into their designs and planning. Whether it is the integration of water elements in urban areas for climatic purposes or incorporating aesthetic touches such as pools or fountains, all these aspects are not only encountering renewed interest among architects and urban planners, but are also commercially fashionable. This book reveals the extensive variety of potential for using water as an innovative element in architecture and landscape. "The Landscape Series" is a compilation of volumes featuring projects that show a strong ecological conscience and innovation in working with the landscape in order to produce architectural structures that are both beautiful and sustainable.

The book showcases 46 of the very latest projects of waterfront landscape design. Each project responds to a different design challenge with a commitment to provide responsible and innovative solutions. Illustrated with professional design drawings and detailed texts, the book offers readers a large variety of methods and visions for approaching waterfront landscape design.

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An escapist visual sourcebook of modern interiors in a range of waterside settings, from the creative duo behind Mediterranean Modern and Mountain Modern

From the Mediterranean to the Pacific Ocean and the tropical idylls of Southeast Asia, this book takes an international trip to the world’s most stunning waterside homes.

Photographs of each house reveal its architecture, interior design and surroundings, while plans provide an additional layer of information. Dominic Bradbury tells the story of how the dwelling was sited to make the most of its location, how construction innovations were introduced, and how such solutions provide a comfortable space from which families can enjoy the great outdoors.

All of these houses – created by leading international architects and designers – offer dazzling inspiration, wherever you are.

Weekend Retreats is a celebration of the intimate narratives of retreat and relaxation - from charming coastal New England houses to restive woodland retreats. Lifestyle meets design know-how and inspiration in this thoughtful collection of design influences and singular approaches to well-lived style that will inspire all those wishing to style their country homes. Whether your idea of serenity abounds in rustic antiques or a plethora of well-curated oil paintings and designer throw pillows, the homes featured are distinctively enjoyed and the histories of design decisions are unraveled in savvy detail. This collection features not only beautifully styled rooms but also playful gardenscapes where the owners entertain and enjoy their retreats away from the inconveniences of modern life. Every space is a playground for the owners, and their tastes and whimsies are reflected in their unique colors, textures, and designs. The book includes modern country style interiors with glimpses of vintage antiques and casual elegance. From objects collected from travels abroad to artifacts of the good life, Weekend Retreats will provide escape from the ordinary.

About the Author

Susanna Salk is a leading design maven, stylist, and author of A Privileged Life: Celebrating Wasp Style. Salk is also contributing editor for Bon Appetit magazine, 1stdibs.com, and ivillage.com, as well as regularly producing lifestyle segments for NBC’s Today Show.

Weekend Retreats is a celebration of the intimate narratives of retreat and relaxation - from charming coastal New England houses to restive woodland retreats.

Lifestyle meets design know-how and inspiration in this thoughtful collection of design influences and singular approaches to well-lived style that will inspire all those wishing to style their country homes. Whether your idea of serenity abounds in rustic antiques or a plethora of well-curated oil paintings and designer throw pillows, the homes featured are distinctively enjoyed and the histories of design decisions are unraveled in savvy detail.

This collection features not only beautifully styled rooms but also playful gardenscapes where the owners entertain and enjoy their retreats away from the inconveniences of modern life. Every space is a playground for the owners, and their tastes and whimsies are reflected in their unique colors, textures, and designs.

The book includes modern country style interiors with glimpses of vintage antiques and casual elegance. From objects collected from travels abroad to artifacts of the good life, Weekend Retreats will provide escape from the ordinary.

A new theme in the thematic series of Beta-Plus home series: wellness in all its aspects.

This inspirational photo source book showcases tens of designs of spas, hammams, indoor pools and luxury bathrooms.