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When it comes to architecture and design, one area in which there has been a huge amount of popular interest is that of interiors. Yet, surprisingly little has been published in the area of fashion, despite the fact that today many top fashion houses are choosing to collaborate with leading architects and designers, with the aim of creating a unique brand. From unique boutique-chic to department stores, this book showcases around 30 of the most successful and inspiring collaborations around the world. The breath-taking results are laid out over more than 300 full colour photographs, which are accompanied by simple captions. Cases studies include: Prada, Stella McCartney, Hermés, Emporio Armani, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Giorgio Armani, Paul Smith, Jill Sander, Issey Miyake, Dolce and Gabbana, Martine Sitbon, Fendi, Oki-ni, Missoni,Gianfranco Ferré, Comme des Garçons, Nicole Farhi, Marni, Harvey Nichols, Chloe, Selfridges, Alexander McQueen, Marks and Spencer.

The third edition of this highly successful book has been graphically redesigned as well as completely revised and expanded, with 220 new articles. It brings together facade solutions and ideas that are remarkable from various perspectives city planning, architecture, technology, functionality. These qualities are attested by countless international structures and innovative plans by celebrated architects, which organized on the basis of building typology yield an overview of the technical possibilities of modern building envelopes: selected buildings by Albert Speer & Partner, WS Atkins & Partners, Toyo Ito, Murphy/Jahn, Riepel + Riepel, Richard Meier & Partners, Daniel Libeskind, Ingenhoven Overdiek, Gehry Partners, Yaser Darwish, BRT Architekten, Foster and Partners, Pysall_Ruge, Zaha Hadid, Ricardo Bofill, KSP Engel und Zimmermann, and FX Fowle.

This book presents the design elements of fast-casual restaurant through combination of completed projects and theoretical text, including brand positioning, site selection, architectural design, interior decoration and spatial planing. Projects in this book are of representative significance such as McDonald's, Burger King, and Yoshinoya. It is a valuable reference book for restaurant design.

An inspirational volume for those interested in cultivating the Droulers sisters’ timeless style in their own homes. An updated edition of the original volume, this book conveys the constant search for beauty that drives the interior and architectural work of Nathalie and Virginie Droulers, two young Italian designers based in Milan. Known for their attention to space and light, as well as their expert use of sumptuous materials and details, the Droulers sisters’ style is defined by elegant Italian flair. A trained architect, Nathalie defines spaces, while Virginie focuses on complementary decor and finishes, such as Murano glass and Florentine bronze.

Breathtaking photography captures sumptuous spaces across the globe, from Cannes and London to Milan and New York. This new expanded volume also features exclusive vacation homes in Cortina and St. Moritz, as well as new residences in Paris and London.

About the Authors:

Francesca Molteni is the owner of the furniture firm Molteni & Company as well as a filmmaker specializing in design films. Pietro Savorelli is an interiors and architecture photographer based in Florence.

The Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning at the University of Michigan offers three fellowships in the areas of architectural research and design instruction. The exemplary work of 57 of these fellows is the subject of this book, and honors the history of design excellence at the University.

The Muschenheim Fellowship offers design instructors early in their career the opportunity to develop a body of work in the context of teaching. Muschenheim fellows play a significant role in the definition of studio culture while pursuing their own creative endeavors. Proposals for the Muschenheim Fellowship focus upon the development of a specific centering upon a particular set of pedagogical themes to be engaged in the studio context.

The Oberdick Project Fellowship facilitates the development and realization of a significant exploration into some aspect of architectural speculation and production. Projects may range from the exploration of emergent building, fabrication, and environmental technologies to the realization of architectural works and endeavors typically unsupported within conventional models of practice.

The Sanders Fellowship supports individuals with significant, compelling and timely research dealing with architectural issues. Research can encompass architectural, urban, landscape, or cultural history or theory; architectural or environmental technology; or design studies.

Everyone knows how stressful modern life can be, so having a place to relax is vital. 'Feng Shui For Today's Living' is the essential guide to helping you create a calm, relaxed space that not only feels great to be in but looks fantastic too.

Les auteurs présentent dans ce livre un très large éventail de possibilités de finition du mobilier. Les finitions traditionnelles mais aussi la grande variété des finitions contemporaines mettant en oeuvre les techniques et les matériaux modernes sont détaillés. Des photos d’ensemble et de détail accompagnent le texte décrivant la technique appliquée.

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Incidence du support sur la finition, la préparation du support, la mise en teinte des bois, les familles de produits de finition, les finitions transparentes ou vernies, les finitions laquées, le matériel de mise en oeuvre.

Buildings for emergency services have evolved into an independent and fascinating architectural typology in the past two decades. Since the opening of the spectacular fire station for the Vitra factory by Zaha Hadid, police stations, fire departments and rescue services increasingly consist of architecturally amazing buildings. These are always an attractive challenge – when functional demands and high-security measures are brought in sync with stylish modern design, the results reflect the highest levels of architectural skills.

All three building types share the fact that they act as starting points for quick motorized dispatches. The featured buildings sometimes combine several institutions that are creatively situated under a single roof. The selected examples present the wonderful diversity of contemporary “emergency architecture”. The range extends from the rural two-bay fire station via the metropolitan police headquarters to the helicopter rescue center.

From the contents:
- Fire and Police Station in Berlin, Germany (Sauerbruch Hutton)
- Wen-Der Police Station in Taipei, Taiwan (Studiobase Architects)
- Timboon Ambulance Station, Australia (Ed Ewers Architecture)
- Fire Station Houten, The Netherlands (Jeanne Dekkers Architecture)
- Police Station in St. Denis, France (X-TU)

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Here is the first book that focuses on unique custom-made fireplace accessories as works of art by talented modern artist blacksmiths. Over 400 ideas for unusual fireplace designs reflect historical styles from Renaissance to Post-Modern. You will be amazed at the infinite effects that can be wrought from a bar of metal between the hammers and anvils of more than 100 master artist blacksmiths from nine countries. You'll learn to appreciate the forms that are used, from scrolls to carved animals, and to recognize their texturing, unusual handles and hinges, supports, and more. Fire screens, hoods, doors, andirons, grates, tongs, pokers, shovels, brooms, and their stands emerge as significant decorative items in today's homes. This is also a wonderful sourcebook for homeowners and designers seeking original art for their homes. You will marvel at the artistry, variety, and craftsmanship.

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Traditionally considered the heart of the home, the fireplace (or hearth) has become a metaphor for shelter and security, yet there are few books devoted exclusively to its design. Here is an overview that approaches the subject from both an aesthetic and a practical point of view. Packed with beautiful color illustrations and helpful explanatory captions, it will be an indispensable guide for architects, builders, and homeowners planning to buy a new home or renovate an old one.