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Instantly calming houses in remote Scandinavian locations that will make you want to escape into nature. In a world of starchitects competing to design ever taller glass and steel megaliths, there are still some architects designing with natural materials at a human scale, for comfort, longevity and visual delight. Mette Lange is one such architect. She creates beautiful, unpretentious homes in spectacular scenery that offer visual inspiration for homebuilders and dreamers alike. Earth, Sky and Water presents 15 houses designed by Mette across three chapters: By the Water, In the Forest and In the Countryside. First-person project texts describe Mette¿s unique practice of camping on-site at the start of each design process, and detail the thinking behind each house¿s main features. Inviting photography takes readers inside these homes and draws particular attention to the choice of materials. In keeping with her socially responsible ethos, Mette has also designed schools for the children of migrant workers in India, where she spends part of each year. These projects, presented in the book alongside her own home in India, inform her practice at home in Denmark. Mette has kept her studio small in order to remain fully involved in each project at every level. As well as a visual feast of deceptively simple Scandinavian summerhouses that will leave the reader yearning for one of their own, the book offers a blueprint for aspiring architects on how to escape the rat race by running their own sustainable studio. Renowned architecture writer and fan of Mette's work, Kenneth Frampton, contributes an afterword.

Discover Monocle¿s favourite places to stay, eat, shop and visit across France. Following Spain: The Monocle Handbook is the third title in premium series of country-focused guides. France: The Monocle Handbook presents our favourite spots across this sunny nation, from Paris and Marseille to Basque Country and Corsica. Discover innovative retailers and charming hotels, as well as leading museums and galleries ¿ and, of course, a vineyard or two. We also introduce the smartest areas to move to, plus advice from the plucky entrepreneurs whöve already set up shop. It¿s time to see this varied country afresh.

The definitive overview of and ultimate resource on the iconic architect-designed houses built in Japan from 1945 to the present. The Japanese House Since 1945 is a cohesive chronology of iconic Japanese houses, presenting 100 architect-designed homes to show developments in form, material, architectural expression and family living over almost eight decades.

A unique approach to the history of art told through the story of colour and pigments. Did you know that the ultramarine that shimmers at the centre of Vermeer's Milkmaid connects that masterpiece with 6th-century Zoroastrian paintings found on the walls of cave temples in Bamiyan, Afghanistan? Or that the surging waves that crest and curl in Hokusai's perilous Great Wave off Kanagawa owe their absorbing blue lustre to an alchemist who was born in Frankenstein's Castle in 1673? And were the Pre-Raphaelites really obsessed with a murky brown hue derived from the pulverized remains of ancient mummies? (Spoiler: they were.) Invented by prehistoric cave-dwellers and medieval conjurers, cunning conmen and savvy scientists, the colours of art tell a riveting tale all their own. Over ten scintillating chapters, acclaimed author Kelly Grovier helps bring that tale vividly to life, revealing the astonishing backstories of the pigments that define the greatest works in the history of art. Interwoven between these chapters is a series of features focusing on key moments in the evolution of colour theory - from the revelations of the Enlightenment to the radicalism of the Bauhaus - while reproductions of carefully selected artworks help illuminate the narrative's twists and turns. The history of colour is an epic saga of human ingenuity and insatiable desire. Read this book and you will never look at a work of art in quite the same way.

The Big Book of Blooms by Yuval Zommer is a captivating exploration into the world of flowers. Published in 2020 by Thames & Hudson Ltd, this book delves into the enchanting realm of blooms, revealing their secrets and showcasing their beauty. The author, Yuval Zommer, has masterfully crafted a book that is not only informative but also visually stunning. This book belongs to the genre of non-fiction and is perfect for anyone with a keen interest in nature and a love for flowers. The Big Book of Blooms is a testament to Zommer's passion for the natural world and his ability to present it in an engaging and accessible way. Thames & Hudson Ltd, known for their commitment to high-quality publications, has truly outdone themselves with this edition. If you're looking to expand your knowledge about blooms, this is the book for you.

Presents the leading men's style-makers, from hidden ateliers and little-known studios to internationally renowned names such as shirtmakers Charvet, shoe-makers Berluti and recently revived trunkmakers Moynat.

The ultimate death compendium, featuring the world's most extraordinary artistic and ethnographic objects concerned with mortality, together with text by expert contributors.

With a survey of African textiles on the market, this book illustrates over 570 spectacular colour photographs the traditional, hand crafted, indigenous textiles of the whole continent. It provides a wealth of information on the rich art of African textiles.

Tells the story of Turner's life and work. This title features colour plates illuminating Turner's range dramatic views of the sea or mountains, sweeping landscapes, architecture, imaginary scenes from history and legend, panoramas of contemporary towns.

The essential guide to the world of Aztec mythology, based on Nahuatl-language sources that challenge the colonial history passed down to us by the Spanish. How did the jaguar get his spots? What happened to the four suns that came before our own? Where was Aztlan, mythical homeland of the Aztecs? For decades, the popular image of the Mexica people ¿ better known today as the Aztecs ¿ has been defined by the Spaniards who conquered them. Their salacious stories of pet snakes, human sacrifice and towering skull racks have masked a complex world of religious belief. To reveal the rich mythic tapestry of the Aztecs, Camilla Townsend returns to the original tales, told at the fireside by generations of Indigenous Nahuatl-speakers. Through their voices we learn the contested histories of the Mexica and their neighbours in the Valley of Mexico ¿ the foundations of great cities, the making and breaking of political alliances, the meddling of sometimes bloodthirsty gods ¿ and understand more clearly how they saw their world and their place in it. The divine principle of Ipalnemoani connected humans with all of nature and spiritual beliefs were woven through the fabric of Aztec life, from the sacred ministrations of the ticitl, midwives whose rituals saw women through childbirth, to the inevitable passage to Mictlan, `our place of disappearing together¿ ¿ the land of the dead.

A sumptuous treasury of Dior scarves. Plain and elaborate, commonplace and precious, fashionable and timeless, masculine and feminine: Dior¿s silk scarves form a unique visual repertoire and cover a gamut of palettes, themes and styles. The epitome of Parisian chic, they express the poetic imagination of the creative directors who have shaped the destiny of the house, from Christian Dior to Maria Grazia Chiuri. Unveiling the history and artistry of Dior¿s scarves from the first designs to today, this sumptuous book celebrates their incredible variety and beauty as never before. At its heart is an atlas of over 400 scarves, organized by theme and printed on a delicate paper that replicates the texture of the scarves themselves. Dior¿s creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, who has overseen the creation of this volume, contributes a foreword. The atlas is supplemented by exclusive visual essays from renowned photographers Brigitte Niedermair and Pol Baril, as well as texts by distinguished fashion historians Maria Luisa Frisa, Claire Allen-Johnstone, Elda Danese and Emilie Hammen. From vibrant opulence to graphic harmony, every scarf conveys a mood and every one tells a story. Those stories are now brought together in a book that will delight all aficionados of this symbol of timeless elegance.

The sixth edition of the market-leading, practical book for both students and small businesses.

A comprehensive introduction to the styles and techniques of portrait photography. Through simple projects on subjects such as 'Making Self-Portraits' and 'Capturing Personal Moments' as well as captivating profiles of twenty internationally acclaimed photographers, Cian Oba-Smith and Max Ferguson give you a visual tour of the medium. Perfect for the aspiring portrait photographer, this manual includes: ¿ Projects with which to experiment and develop your technique ¿ Inspirational profiles of leading photographers from around the world ¿ A complete overview of the most exciting, continually evolving form of photography

A follow-up to two highly successful monographs (1988 and 1994) on the work of the most important British designer of his generation, showcasing projects from the past twenty-five years of his career. Ever since defining the look of the 1980s music scene as art director of The Face, Neville Brody has been one of the most consistently innovative and shape-shifting graphic designers of the past fifty years. Since his second monograph was published in 1994, he has produced a body of editorial, typographic, information and interface design of unparalleled boldness and sophistication for global clients that include Samsung, Shiseido, Coca-Cola, the UK's Channel 4 and Dom Perignon. The Graphic Language of Neville Brody 3 brings twenty-five years of work together in thematic sections that address the key fields of his vibrant design projects, including typographic experimentation, information graphics, cultural subversion and design systems. Richly illustrated, each project is explored in detail, revealing the work that has defined Brody's recent career across six chapters, from major brands to magazine editorials and features, revealing how Brody's design language has evolved since the 1990s. Many young designers working today, digital natives included, may not yet have been exposed to Brody's design genius at a time when the originality of work from the 1980s and 1990s across many creative disciplines is finding a new generation of fans. This inspirational volume will be essential reading for anyone interested in the evolution of graphic design over the past three decades.

The definitive introduction to the artist Mary Cassatt, placing her work in the wider context of 19th-century feminism and art theory.

Explores the key role Paris played in Cartier-Bresson's artistic career, and the way he looked at the city he lived in - and loved.

Written with the full co-operation of Baselitz himself, this is the authorized monograph on one of the most influential and respected artists of our time.

From cabins to containers, this international overview showcases a new generation of innovative homes that save space, are kinder to the planet and cost less to build.

The definitive exploration of John Lennon's first major solo album after the break-up of the Beatles.

A compendium of the most innovative and influential residential buildings in the United States since 1900.

A new compilation presenting Susan Herbert's delightful feline re-imaginings of famous scenes from art in a fun pop-up form.