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For anyone interested in architecture, history, travel or world cultures, doors have a special fascination. In addition to welcoming guests and keeping out intruders, a door creates the first impression of a building and provides a sense of welcome, security and peace.

This fascinating book contains more than 500 photographs of doors from around the world. There are doors made of wood, metal and glass, doors old and new, and doors polished and weathered. Some were made to impress and to show off the majesty and importance of the building they serve, and some were hastily constructed as simply as possible and with whatever materials were at hand. They come from, and evoke, many cultures and traditions.

This wide-ranging and delightful collection provides a wealth of ideas and inspiration for anyone interested in architecture, construction, design or decorative arts.

Dyeing and Screen-Printing on Textiles is a clear, easy-to-follow guide for students as well as accomplished artists and designers who wish to expand their knowledge of a range of fascinating techniques. Joanna Kinnersly-Taylor covers all the key processes used in creating dyed and screen-printed fabrics using a range of synthetic dyes.

This comprehensive guide includes recipes for cloth preparation, dyeing and printing, fixation, designing a repeat, and preparing imagery and screens for exposure. Also included is advice on equipment needed for setting up a studio and safe working practice. The step-by-step instructions are accompanied by inspirational images of works by practitioners from around the world. This new edition of Dyeing and Screen-Printing on Textiles has been fully updated, and features brand new colour illustrations.

Ce livre est un ouvrage d’apprentissage et d’initiation. Pour un bon apprentissage du métier d’ébéniste, l’auteur insiste sur la nécessité d’assimiler les bons gestes et les bonnes attitudes. Les nombreux schémas et photographies contenus dans l’ouvrage appuient le propos pédagogique. Ce manuel est un support destiné aux débutants pour l’exécution des travaux en ébénisterie.

Sommaire :
Les bases du dessin. Les assemblages. Les techniques de placage. Les usinages à la toupie. Le montage. L’ajustage. La finition. L’affûtage. La sécurité. Glossaire. Bibliographie.

A premier metalsmith in the early 20th century in France, Edgar Brandt (1880-1960) designed and fabricated some of the most beautiful architectural and decorative ironwork of his age.

This elegant book recounts his life and work with scholarly text and photographs. Lyrical gates, doors, and tables, including his most famous screen, L'Oasis, appeared at the seminal 1925 Exposition des Arts Dcoratifs, in Paris, which gave the name Art Deco to the new style of designs.

Combining motifs from ancient Egypt and classical Greek sources, floral and animals forms, and machine-inspired geometric designs, Brandt created items that became synonymous with the most lavish designs of the time. His workshop and showroom in Paris, along with a gallery that featured works by other contemporary artist-craftsmen, produced luxury goods and private commissions.

Grilles, fire screens, doors, tables, andirons, vessels and lighting devices were exquisitely executed, and appear here to be studied and compared. Historians and art collectors interested in this fascinating period will find this book an invaluable reference.

The art of embroidery has been practised for thousands of years. In the West, traditions have been at the mercy of trade and fashion, but in other regions, embroidery continues to be rooted in ancient beliefs and superstitions.

This beautifully illustrated book examines in detail the fascinating symbolism of the motifs and patterns that give life to these traditional textiles from around the world.

The global range is as remarkable as the variety of materials and motifs on display. Each textile – whether Chinese court insignia, Japanese kimono, Sumatran sarong, Turkish napkin, Ghanaian banner, Native American pouch or Peruvian Nasca textile, among others – bears its own distinctive designs.

Complete with:

  -  glossary
  -  dictionary of stitches
  -  information on public collections
  -  how to collect textiles
  – this is an unrivalled guide for anyone interested in textiles, costume or craft.

Covering the entire golden age from 1100 to 1530 and spanning all regions, here are over one hundred windows and panels in astonishing new detail. Nothing significant is omitted and the most important monuments, including the cathedrals of Canterbury, Wells and Lincoln, as well as York Minster and many others are covered in extra depth.

Stained glass is one of the glories of medieval art, and much of the finest glass can be found in England. Intensely moving in its beauty, startling in its colours and fascinating in its imagery, it has for centuries captivated visitors to churches and cathedrals.

Doors in Paris, windows in Berlin, columns in Rome – details of all ages and styles are the focus of this volume.

European Architecture in Details takes you on a journey through the plazas and streets of the most splendid 21 cities of Europe, presenting an extraordinary view on the amazing variety of architectural details. Be it something new, old, beautiful or unusual, every metropolis appears under a new light.

- For the interested traveller with an eye on the detail
- A journey through European metropolises
- Experiencing unusual perspectives

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European metropolises like Berlin, Rome, Barcelona, Istanbul or London are fascinating because of their history, the people, and the feeling for life but especially because of the buildings. Architectural details of all epochs and styles are the focus of this book: the window as the eye of the house, balconies as retreats in the midst of the urban din or stairs as the embodiment of change. Aside from their functions, these details lend a building individuality, provide it with a face and determine its appearance.

European Architecture in Details takes the reader on a journey through the plazas and streets of the most exciting 20 cities of Europe, presenting an unusual variety of architectural details. Be it something new, old, beautiful or strange, every city appears in a thoroughly new light.

This is truly an essential resource for all sewists! Set to be the new The Art of Manipulating Fabric, Ruth Singer offers a modern interpretation of fabric manipulation in this book, with hundreds of full colour diagrams. Discover and explore 150 creative sewing techniques including pleating, folding, gathering, smocking, quilting, trapunto and applique. Ruth explains her innovative variations of these traditional fabric manipulation techniques and offers inspirational project ideas demonstrating practical applications to create accessories and home decor. Photographs and illustrations are included to support the step-by-step instruction for each technique and all of the techniques can be done by hand or with a domestic sewing machine without the need for specialist equipment.

This is truly an essential resource for all sewists! Set to be the new The Art of Manipulating Fabric, Ruth Singer offers a modern interpretation of fabric manipulation in this book, with hundreds of full colour diagrams. Discover and explore 150 creative sewing techniques including pleating, folding, gathering, smocking, quilting, trapunto and applique. Ruth explains her innovative variations of these traditional fabric manipulation techniques and offers inspirational project ideas demonstrating practical applications to create accessories and home decor. Photographs and illustrations are included to support the step-by-step instruction for each technique and all of the techniques can be done by hand or with a domestic sewing machine without the need for specialist equipment.

Soft decoration includes window curtains, curtains, carpets, tablecloths, cushions, beds and sofas, and works of art. Fabric Styles covers three categories: textile, furniture, and works of art. The latest decoration design concepts are included here with many exquisite pictures. The book introduces the reader to the designs of soft decorations and their roles in interior design.

TABLE of CONTENTS

003 Soft Decoration:
A new Direction of Interior Design
004 Textile
006 Window curtains
028 Curtains
054 Carpets
088 Cushions
110 Tablecloths
134 Furniture Fabrics
136 Sofas
190 Beds
238 Index

... from the following designers:

3meta design devision
Cheong Yew Kwan/Kathryn Kng
Colin Seah
concrete
Concrete Architectural Associates
D-ash design
Design & Application Project Application.
Design Hirayama + Quesada
DIN interiorismo, Aurelio Vázquez Durán
Elkus manfredi Architects
Francesc Rifé
ISA STEIN Studio
Lars Helling/Aavik & Helling Arkitekter
Michele Bönan
Patrick Jouin
Robert Majrut
Rockwell Group
ROW Studio
RTKL Associates Inc.
Sanjay Puri
SPACE
Studio GAIA, Inc.
TEN arquitectos
Tsao & McKown Architects
Urania Studio

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The choice of weave, type and thickness of yarn, and pattern have an enormous impact on the final appearance of clothing. A garment made of denim or tweed may have the same cut, but they will each have a very different look and feel from one another. This book and CD-ROM set draws together reproductions of some 250 textile weaves, reproduced (and, where needed, enhanced) in such a way as to make them suitable for sketching, either by hand or digitally. This selection has been made with fashion and textile designers in mind, but, of course, the images are also very suitable as backgrounds for graphic applications and web design.

llustrations:  800 color illustrations

Explore hundreds of floor patterns, from checkerboard patterns and wild tile configurations to floral carpets and faux marble magic. These timeless historic designs are applicable to any number of contemporary applications. As a bonus, a fascinating exploration of curves and spirals provides a valuable tool for integrating borders and patterns.
The enclosed CD-Rom presents the images in various formats, making it easy for designers to experiment with, manipulate, and apply images.
Designers, architects, and artists will be inspired both for interior applications and other art projects. This book is also an invaluable aid to anyone undertaking an authentic restoration of a 1920s-'30s-era domicile, the patterns herein will also inspire nostalgic infusions for today's art and architecture.

Facades - they are the first feature of a building to be noticed, they determine its distinctive appearance and are often the subject of controversial debate. This new first edition of the Facade Construction Manual provides a systematic survey of contemporary expertise in the application of new materials and energy- efficient technologies in facade design, and represents an invaluable addition to our series of Construction Manuals. It surveys the facade design requirements made by various types of buildings, as well as the most important materials, from natural stone through to synthetics, and documents a diversity of construction forms for a wide range of building types. Over 100 international case-studies in large-scale, detailed drawings are presented in the comprehensive project section.

The greening of façades gives back a piece of nature to the built environment. Thanks to the vertical garden concept, the centuries old idea of a green wall emerging from the architecture itself has become a trend topic in the 21st century.

But the planting of façades is more than just an extension to the form vocabulary of architecture: especially for ecological reasons, like improved building climate quality and optimized energy balance, it represents sustainable architecture. On the basis of texts, photographs, and plans, FaçadeGreenery documents the entire spectrum of this species, along with some of the most unusual contemporary examples.

From the contents:

_Musée du Quai Branly in Paris, France (Patric Blanc with Atelier Jean Nouvel)
_Seed Posts in New York, USA (Michele Brody)
_Acros Fukuoka, Japan (Emilio Ambasz & Associates)
_Natural Towers in Lisbon, Portugal (Vertical Garden Design)
_Consorgio Building in Santiago, Chile (Enrique Brown with Borja Huidobro)