Combine concrete's stoicism with luscious vegetative environments and you get to the language of tropical modernism. In continuity with its founding principles from the mid 20th century, today's architectural visionaries renew the use of raw materials, such as exposed concrete, to explore functionality rather than aesthetics.
No matter if works are created in total symbiosis with the tropical landscape or surrounded by flourishing nature, Concrete Jungle presents the dichotomy of the rough material being softened by interaction with the interior and exterior. When gray meets green a never ending range of impressions awakens.
Escape to the seaside or into the forest and find remote architectural masterpieces that are just as inspiring as your destination. Spanning all continents, Sublime Hideaways presents a selection of houses that encourages planning the next getaway. Meet the starships of modern architecture from the last decade and their futuristic antecedents that still feel contemporary. Be invited to plan your next trip with a view!
Ladybugs, birds, dogs, and owls. With a never-ending curiosity for the world around him, Charley Harper developed one of the most recognizable styles of American illustration in the 20th century. With a body of work ranging from advertising and posters to murals and paintings, and a delicate approach to lines and colors, Harper's love of nature led him to create an influential legacy that is now compiled in this definitive monograph. Curated in collaboration with the Charley Harper Art Studio, led by his son Brett Harper, and offering insights into his private life, influences, and professional evolution, this book presents the Harper universe in its totality. A must-read to understand the legacy of this Mid-Century master, who set the basis for modern illustration.
For decades, the eastern nation was seen as ""the world´s factory,"" a manufacturing giant for whom success meant importing talent from the west or simply copying it altogether. Leading architects from Europe and America reaped the benefits of the country´s rapid urbanization, where spectacular, futuristic buildings are encouraged and no expense is spared. But all of that is changing. A creative revolution is taking place that has China poised to overtake the west in terms of architecture and design. A new wave of homegrown, internationally educated talent is reimagining the possibilities for Chinese architecture, spurring a new aesthetic that links tradition and identity with China´s built environment. China Builts (working title)China is a fresh look at the architects leading the change in this fast-growing country. This book takes readers on a journey into the fascinating world of Chinese design, where the next crop of international architects is already hard at work.
The fascinating world of product design that emerged between the 1970s and 1990s symbolized the birth of a new age and human behavior. From coffee grinders to fondue sets to hairdryers, each home appliance was intended to help in the daily household routines-but they were also masterpieces of style. Jaro Gielens's personal collection is one of the world's largest selections of artifacts that pay homage to this iconic era of design.
Soft Electronics explores a nostalgic and unique set of products from a very distinct time for design. Each object possesses a sense of longevity, quality, and innovation-one that has been hard to match since manufacturing was moved overseas and planned obsolescence redefined our relationship with electronic goods.
Cutting-edge design and unique spaces created for indulging coffee around the world that make your heart go faster.
Over the past few years, the world of coffee has kickstarted a movement of cultural and creative influence. From unique jute bags, logos, or merchandise-cafes, roasters, and coffee shops around the globe are experimenting with new ways to provide spaces and product packaging that stand out from the crowd.
Designing Coffee explores what it takes to curate some of the most innovative and eclectic coffee shops of today, from brand identity and packaging, through to interior design and architecture. Celebrating unique spaces, such as the minimalist, tea-house-like coffeeshops of Japan or communist themed cafes in Vietnam, this book provides advice on how to create a unique space of your own.
Planter un arbre au milieu d'un terrain de foot, maquiller un buste de prélat en Hitler, changer un cercueil en hors-bord chic et choc sont autant d'actions absurdes et drôles qu'entreprend l'artiste et designer chilien Sebastian Errazuriz. Ses installations et objets reflètent une vision du monde ironique et engagée.
What's best in architecture today and the most relevant for tomorrow by the world's most visited architecture website.
The ArchDaily Guide to Good Architecture is their first-ever book. Curated around their principles of Good Architecture, the book is a curation of what's best today and most relevant for tomorrow. Through a rich variety of projects-both built and planned-the book reflects a global community of world-shapers, explores the most important topics and trends in architectural practice, celebrates the most visionary architects and introduces up-and-coming talent. It marks the forefront of architectural thought and practice.
Du naufrage du Titanic aux données démographiques en passant par le réchauffement climatique ou les pratiques culturelles de chacun, Around the World représente un véritable planisphère en infographies réalisées pour la presse, par des graphistes du monde entier.
Près d'un millier de logos pour inspirer le travail des graphistes. L'ouvrage est accompagné d'un CD-ROM qui contient tous les logos pour qu'ils puissent être réutilisés et retravaillés.
Cette monographie célèbre les réalisations de l'agence de design Nendo fondée en 2002, par Oki Sato. Elle s?inspire de l?épure japonaise pour créer une grammaire ancrée dans son époque.
The eagerly awaited second monograph of the visionary Spanish furniture and interior designer. Welcome to Hayon's beautiful world. Mysterious ceramic creatures, finely crafted objects, curvy furniture, the warm pastel colors of his Mediterranean home. Elements is the follow up to gestalten's highly successful Works. The book compiles Jaime Hayon's famed work for iconic brands and explores his relationship with materials, his theory of color, his technique, his inspiration, his creative process. Jaime's style and vision have come to be associated with the most prestigious interior design for hotels, restaurants and galleries. Blurring the lines between art, decoration and design, Hayon's creations are full of serene playfulness and optimism.
