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An expertly written and exquisitely photographed study of Victor Horta, the father of Art Nouveau architecture

Victor Horta (1861–1947) is well known as the creator of Art Nouveau architecture. Following the design of the Hôtel Tassel, Brussels, in 1893, Horta produced more than forty buildings during the following decade. This new book discusses the many influences on his designs, and his legacy. Detailed descriptions of nineteen projects, including Edicule Lambeaux, Hôtel Autrique, Hôtel Max Hallet and the Brugmann Hospital, are illustrated with Horta’s original drawings and specially commissioned photographs by award-winning architectural photographer Alastair Carew-Cox. It includes extensive photographs of Hôtel Solvay, one of Horta’s most important works. Access to photographers had been denied for many years, but was granted to the authors in 2016 in recognition of their significant contribution to the study of Horta.

Victor Horta: The Architect of Art Nouveau has been prepared in collaboration with the Horta Museum, Brussels, ensuring that it is both accurate and up to date. It will appeal to anyone interested in Art Nouveau, one of the great aesthetic movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and one that laid the foundations for the development of modernism in architecture and interior design.

About the Authors:

David Dernie is an architect and educator. He studied at the University of Cambridge and then became a Rome Scholar at the British School of Rome and was elected a Fellow of Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge.
Alastair Carew-Cox is a photographer specializing in architecture and interiors. His work has been extensively published.

Vienna has long been a city that bridges Eastern and Western Europe with panache. Pack your suitcase and delve into the melting pot of Europe.

There's much more to Austria’s capital than Baroque palaces, horse-drawn carriages and the landmark venues where Mozart and Klimt first showcased their masterpieces. This guide will steer you away from the crowded Prater and its ferris wheel (although naturally we'll make a quick detour past the Vienna State Opera and Schönbrunn Palace) and out to explore the city's 23 diverse districts. 

We'll show you where to shop for shoes and silverware from the most venerable manufacturers and our pick of the coffeehouses for a frothy melange and slice of apfelstrudel. We'll take you to the most vibrant art galleries and toe-tapping music venues, guide you through the Museumsquartier and to our favourite brutalist buildings and also reveal the best running routes along the Danube.

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Monocle reports from around the globe from the platforms of print, radio, and online. As their editors and correspondents dart from city to city, they get to know the best places to rest their heads, stretch their limbs, and kick back with a contact in a hard-to-find cocktail bar.

All of that invaluable information is now available in The Monocle Travel Guide Series: a line-up of titles that speaks to readers in an informed but informal way about everything from architecture to art, late-night bars to early-morning café excursions. These are books that go beyond the traditional tourist beats to make sure you get the most out of a city no matter how short your stay. Designed to be compact and collectable, they are also discerning. Between the covers, there shall not be a list of a hundred places to eat, but a thoughtful focus on what's best for any occasion.

This volume recounts the centuries-long history of Villa Balbiano, a magnificent architectural masterpiece meticulously restored by Jacques Garcia.

From its prominent position on Lake Como, Villa Balbiano radiates a majestic charm emblematic of the most splendid chapter in the history of great villas in the idyllic Italian region. Each successive owner brought new splendor to the villa through additions, new frescoes and statues, and increasingly extensive and sumptuous gardens. The villa’s history reached an acme at the end of the eighteenth century, when the enlightened Cardinal Angelo Maria Durini, as master of the house, transformed Villa Balbiano into a crucible of philosophy and art, framed within the villa’s archetypical Roman lines.

Today, esteemed interior architect Jacques Garcia has undertaken painstaking restoration work that combines a stunning array of precious materials and a world-class collection of paintings and antique furnishings set against the backdrop of the original design that had been obscured over the centuries. The glorious new restoration inaugurates a new season in the life of the villa in one of the world’s most glamorous locations.

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Nestled in the shadow of the Alps in Italy’s Lakes District, Villa Balbiano has always represented an absolute ideal of fine living.

This romantic sixteenth-century architectural masterpiece is located on Lake Como, one of the world’s most glamorous locations and a place of culture and delight for more than two thousand years. After an exceptional restoration project led by the internationally renowned decorator Jacques Garcia, Villa Balbiano and its gardens are more vibrant than ever.

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The fascinating story of one of the most beautiful historical villas of Lake Como, its exceptional renovation, and the excellence of Italian and French craftsmanship.

Situated on the verdant slopes of Blevio, an ancient Italian hill town, Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy commands sweeping vistas on Lake Como. With a vibrant history spanning more than 175 years, it once provided sanctuary to an exiled Russian prince, and today stands as a beautifully preserved family home, epitomizing the luxury of the Italian lakes.

Pascal Cagni, the current owner, is a globe-trotter passionate about design and architecture who amassed invaluable experiences on his extensive travels. His immersion in diverse cultures instilled him with profound clarity about his vision for restoring the villa to its former glory, with respect for Italy’s architectural patrimony, in harmony with the environment, and integrating local culture and history. With Italy’s top craftsmen at the helm, the villa was meticulously restored with traditional materials, achieving a perfect blend of past and present. Today, it stands as a testament to heritage preservation and Italian elegance; its gardens are a symbol of timeless refinement against Lake Como’s eternal allure and worldly exuberance.

About the Author:

Alexandra Campbell wrote Villa Astor: Paradise Restored on the Amalfi Coast (2017) and Hotel du Cap Eden Roc: A Timeless Legend on the French Riviera (2020). Khanh Renaud, a photographer for the Gamma Agency and regular contributor to Le Point, has contributed to Elle, Der Spiegel, and GQ.

A stunning collection of photographs celebrating the excellence of the Italian Renaissance period through palaces and gardens built between the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.

The book illustrates nine locations of extraordinary artistic and architectural interest, conceived by prominent Italian families and dynasties as urban villas or country houses centered around the pursuit of entertainment and leisure. These lavishly decorated and frescoed palaces are adorned with handcrafted furniture and works of art and surrounded by gardens that retain their original layout to this day -- a very rare feature.

An historical text introduces each property, giving an overview of its origins. The villas have been specially photographed for this book by Dario Fusaro, with views of both the palace interiors and their grounds, as well as the gardens, glimpses of the halls, details of the furnishings, and a focus on the frescoes, where still preserved. Explanatory text offers insights on the most interesting frescoes, such as those of Veronese at Villa Barbaro. For the first time, Fusaro also employs a drone with the purpose of capturing the architectural structure and elements of each Italian Renaissance garden, from above and as a whole.

This all-access volume is essential for fans and readers interested in Italian art, for those who love to travel through Italy in search of places of artistic interest, and for those seeking out green tourist destinations.

About the Authors:

Lucia Impelluso is an historian of architecture and an expert in the study of historical gardens. Her publications on gardens have been translated into multiple languages and awarded important prizes both in Italy and France. Dario Fusaro is one of the most important photographers of gardens in Italy.

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From Vincent Darré, a French dandy and eccentric decorator, this volume offers a fanciful look into his unique universe of artful interiors.

Known for his dynamic personality and extravagant style, Vincent Darré -- the enfant terrible of Paris's design world -- presents a debut monograph brimming with his hallmark flamboyant whimsy, unrivaled imagination, and Gallic flair. As a fixture of the city's nightlife scene and member of its exclusive artistic circles, Darré is arguably one of its most creative residents (prior to launching his decorating career, he held posts at top fashion houses) -- which comes through in his instantly recognizable interiors: think Surrealist furniture, dizzying patterns, and spirited color combinations.

Boasting over 200 vibrantly colored photographs, this exquisite tome takes readers on a journey into Darré's world of conversation-starting spaces. From his signature furnishings, such as the Grenouille nightstand, and maximalist use of prints (cue the Little Prince Bedroom), to his expert use of vivid hues, he offers an intimate glimpse into the singular, utterly enthralling universe of one of the design world's most eccentric, quirky, and celebrated members.

About the Authors:

Vincent Darré is a Paris-based artistic director and interior designer known for his maximalist interiors and Surrealist furnishings. His clientele includes Schiaparelli and Christian Louboutin, and he designed André Saraiva's Le Montana nightclub in Paris and Le Baron in New York.
Marie-France Boyer is a journalist and author specializing in lifestyle, décor, gardening, and travel. She represents The World of Interiors in Paris.
Bernard-Henri Lévy is a French philosopher, columnist, and author. His most recent work is The Spirit of Judaism (Random House, 2017).

A new collection of Vincent Van Duysen's work, featuring his most recent projects

Since the release of his first monograph, Vincent Van Duysen has consolidated his reputation for buildings of exceptional spatial mastery and highly refined detailing, and built a growing international following. This beautiful companion volume presents thirty of the Belgian architect’s most recent works produced over the past decade, much of which has been exquisitely captured by renowned photographers Hélène Binet and François Halard. The buildings featured from this latest period include an array of elegant residences in Europe, New York, Paris and The Hamptons, as well as larger-scale commercial and public projects. Product and furniture designs, microcosms of the architect’s rigorous attention to detail, are also featured, including yacht interiors and objets décoratifs.

With a foreword by close friend and Academy Award-winning actor Julianne Moore, the broader context of Van Duysen’s contribution to contemporary architecture is provided by architect Nicola di Battista and architecture critic Marc Dubois. An illustrated chronology provides a complete overview of the architect’s recent projects.

Van Duysen has established a reputation as one of the world’s most refined and artful architects. This major new publication will further cement his uncompromising commitment to creating timeless places and spaces.

Contents List:

Introduction and foreword by Julianne Moore and Nicola di Battista • Photo Essay by Hélène Binet • Nearly forty projects • Photo Essay by Hélène Binet • Chronology

About the Authors:

Hélène Binet is a celebrated architectural photographer.
Julianne Moore is an Academy-Award-Winning actor.
Nicola di Battista is an acclaimed architect based in Rome, Italy.
François Halard is an acclaimed photographer of many years’ experience, notably for Vogue, World of Interiors, Décoration Internationale and House and Garden. He divides his time between New York and Paris.
Marc Dubois is a Belgian architecture critic and the author of several monographs on leading contemporary architects.

Good food could never be perfect without a savoury design. A successful visual design is already a great appetizer before you step in a dinning place. Graphic designers could be legitimately acclaimed as chefs that make inedible delicacy. This book showcases restaurants, cafes, coffee houses, bakeries and dessert shops around the world, including their visual identity, interior, tableware, uniform, etc.

- selected brands of different types, cultures, and places
- comprehensive presentation of a brand from graphic design to interior design
- special chapters of eclectic collection of logos and signs from across the globe

A great introduction for retail students, this book offers a user-friendly reference guide to all aspects of visual merchandising and covers both window dressing and in-store areas. Using examples from a range of shops, from fashion emporia to small outlets, the book offers practical advice on the subject, supported by hints and tips from established visual merchandisers.

It reveals the secrets of their toolkit and information on the use of mannequins, the latest technology and how to construct and source props, and explains the psychology behind shopping and buyer behaviour. This new edition contains two new case studies, updated images and new material on digital and interactive visual merchandising.

Visual Merchandising is presented through colour photographs, diagrams of floor layouts and store case studies, and includes invaluable information such as a glossary of terms used in the industry.

About the Author:

Tony Morgan teaches Visual Merchandising at the London College of Fashion and also at Philip Green’s The Fashion Retail Academy. He worked as Head of Visual Merchandising at Selfridges for 18 years, where he travelled the world examining their different store concepts. He is the author of Window Display: New Visual Merchandising.

Contents:

The History of Visual Merchandising

The Role of a Visual Merchandiser:
The day-to-day role of a visual merchandiser
Training
Visual merchandising in a department store
Visual merchandising of multiple chain stores
Visual merchandising of small retail outlets
Measuring success
NEW Global examples from Asia; Training portfolios; more about multiple chain stores and flagship stores

Store Design:
What is store design?
Why is store design important?
Who designs the store?
How does store design work?
Store study: Kurt Geiger
NEW Pop-up shops

Windows:
Getting to know your windows
Planning a window display
Themes and schemes
Budgeting
Props
Designing a window display
Store study: Au Printemps
Colour
Window prepping
Installing the window display
Store study: Louis Vuitton
Lighting
Signage and graphics
Window calendar
Window standards and maintenance, and budget
Store study: Fortnum & Mason
NEW Interactive windows and digital technologies; NEW Case Study on lighting (Erco)

In-store Visual Merchandising:
Product adjacencies
Floor layouts
Store study: Matthew Williamson
Fixtures and fittings
Wall fixtures
Product handling
Store study: Flight 001
In-store displays and hot shops
Point of sale and add-on sales
Clearance merchandise
Signage and ticketing
Lighting
Ambience
Retail standards and  maintenance, and budget
Virtual visual merchandising
Store study: Topshop
NEW Signage and graphics - CASE STUDY on Colour set; Interactive/digital displays

Mannequins:
Sculpting
Purchasing mannequins
Dressing a mannequin
Securing a mannequin
Grouping mannequins
Maintenance
NEW The dress-size debate; sustainability

The Visual Merchandiser’s Studio
The visual Merchandiser’s toolbox
Health and safety
Lighting chart

Homeowners today are saving money by doing landscape projects themselves, and the most popular backyard projects to tackle are the path or walkway, followed by the fence or wall. Rich with inspirational photography and step-by-step building instruction, the Sunset Outdoor Design & Build Guide: Paths, Walkways and Garden Walls will take homeowners by the hand to select their ideal outdoor project and make it a reality. This comprehensive book guides readers through the full process of creating their ideal path, walkway or garden wall-starting with an inspirational gallery of photos, followed by clear how-to instructions, and finishing with advice on adding the final touches to create the look they desire.

Outdoor Design & Build Guide: Paths, Walkways and Garden Walls includes:

 - Step-by-step building instruction that makes it easy for readers to achieve the design that's right for their style
 - Detailed shopping lists for each project
 - More than two dozen approachable projects that fit within every budget
 - Professional advice throughout to help readers build the landscape projects of their dreams

Give your walls personality with the ultimate wall decoration reference book

When it comes to decorating, walls are a room's most important element.

A creatively designed wall can set the mood, heighten the drama or create optical illusions that can visually alter a room's proportions.

Walls: The revival of wall decoration is your first stop when beginning any interior design project. A useful guide for anyone, from seasoned decorators to first-timer, this book includes helpful references that will show you how to design your walls in various styles, interviews with experts who share their essential tips and a handy manual to help answer all of your wall-related questions.

About the Author:

Laura May Todd is a freelance writer based in Milan (Italy). She is a full-time writer, specialising in design, architecture, interiors and style. She has written for "T: The New York Times Style Magazine", "Architectural Digest", "Wallpaper*", "Cereal", "Domus", "AnOther" magazine and many more.

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A global overview of the most contemporary and ingenious – and comfortable – former light-industrial spaces transformed into stylish modern residences.

The love of warehouse buildings – often in attractive waterside locations – has become a global phenomenon, from London to New York, from Sydney to Florence. Drawing on her own experience of living in a Grade II listed mill, Sophie Bush has amassed a wealth of knowledge, contacts and understanding about which ingredients make a building fit for contemporary habitation.

Warehouse Home is the ultimate resource for everything from how best to preserve and complement original architectural features to style ideas for adapting vintage and reclaimed pieces for modern living. The book has a practical structure, broken down into two key sections.

• 'Architectural Features' looks at how to make the most of a space while retaining its features, such as exposed brickwork, concrete floors and mezzanines. It also draws on examples of former industrial buildings across the world that have been renovated to create distinctive homes and workspaces, each selected for the originality or intelligence of its design.
• ‘Decorative Details' provides tips on how to recreate the warehouse aesthetic in any home, from repurposing pallets and breeze blocks as furniture to transforming exhaust cones into unique lighting fixtures.
• A reference section includes ideas on where to source everything from furniture to finishes.

About the Author:

Sophie Bush is the editor of Warehouse Home, an online and print magazine focused on warehouse living.

Working with urban water presents one of the most fundamental and rewarding challenges in our cities today.

After realizing Asia is heavily in need of flood protection and improvement of water quality and urban quality, we feel delighted to present our ideas for those issues in this book. After the three editions of Waterscapes, we made a conscious decision to publish our most current work now in an English/Chinese bilingual version for Asia.

As the urbanisation process has reached an enormous speed, the consideration of clean water, blue sky and quality of life for people in dense cities has reached utmost importance. This has to be seen also in the light of harsh competition between cities and their abilities to attract investment and talent.

About the Author

Herbert Dreiseitl, born in 1955, is a sculptor, water artist and landscape architect. After his studies, he founded Atelier Dreiseitl in Überlingen on Lake Constance in 1980. He has realized numerous projects in the fields of stormwater management, water art and landscape architecture. He is active in lecturing worldwide and his work is widely published. He is guest professor at NUS Singapore and director at Ramboll LCL.

Welcome — Global Excellent Store Display Design leads readers to the world of store design. Presenting the design concepts and designers’ sources of inspiration, this book unveils the process where designers employ visual language to create designs that maintain the artistic value while fulfilling their clients’ requirements. 

Every project is presented with images and detailed descriptions. It is an instructive book for designers and people who are fond of the design.

Whether you are a new gardener or a green thumb, The Well-Tended Perennial Garden is here to help you successfully plan, plant, and tend your garden. This hardworking guide includes thorough details on the essential practices of perennial care — included deadheading, pinching, and thinning — along with growing information for specific species and cultivars, on-trend garden design advice, a monthly planting and maintenance schedule, and details on native plants and gardening for wildlife. The Well-Tended Perennial Garden will be your ally in the quest for a beautiful, well-maintained garden. 

About the Author:

Tracy DiSabato-Aust has worked in the horticulture industry for over forty years earning international acclaim as one of America’s best-known and most knowledgeable garden writers, speakers, and designers. She has spoken internationally at venues like England’s Royal Horticultural Society Garden, The Royal Botanic Gardens, The English Gardening School, and the University of Oxford Botanical Gardens. DiSabato-Aust has been featured in Fine Gardening, Horticulture, Garden Design, Real Simple, The New York Times, Telegraph, and the National Post. Her website is tracylive.com.

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