The venerable brick is one of the oldest and most sustainable building materials in the world. It is simple yet versatile, modest yet resilient, global in usage yet local in appearance.
Recently, young architects have been rediscovering the circular use of brick and embraced its warm, aesthetic appeal to design some of the most exciting buildings of the day.
Brick by Brick showcases the best examples of modern brick applications, with a focus on residential buildings and interiors. These forward-looking projects from around the globe push the boundaries of brick architecture and design. Brick by Brick reveals how traditional forms are revitalized and made contemporary, and how this LEGO block of human civilization can help build our future
The Mediterranean home has an ongoing influence on residential architecture and interior design: from classical rural styles, to more grounded spaces that interweave form and function.
Blending the inside and the outside, and bringing together traditional features with contemporary elements, Mediterranean houses connect with their environments and the local culture.
The Mediterranean Home looks at architecture, interior design, decoration and furniture, celebrating the unique Mediterranean aesthetic that continues to inspire a sense of home and comfort around the globe
Immersing readers in the world of men’s fashion, The Rebel's Wardrobe explores the surprising origins of our everyday staple items and how they became timeless classics.
From the plain white T-shirt developing into the everyday hero, to the leather jacket cementing its place as a global icon or the chino being originally produced for military purposes, this modern menswear lexicon uses fashion to look at pop culture over the last 100 years, making links between seemingly disparate groups from military to sports.
Join Denimhunters, the internet’s premier denim and heritage menswear experts as they take you through a beautiful archive and contemporary photography, showcasing the history of iconic men’s clothing.
Providing independence, a sense of reward and a closeness to nature, cycling offers one of the best modes of exploration. With more people packing their panniers each year, Grand Bikepacking Journeys compiles the most iconic routes that any long distance cyclist aims to complete.
In this follow-up to the hugely successful Bikepacking, cyclist-extraordinaire Stefan Amato proposes global must-ride itineraries: the Iditarod across Alaska, the Trans-Pyrenees between France and Spain, the Cross Cape route in South Africa, and many more. Describing the history and geography of each route along with hidden gems, Stefan gives handy tips on planning, equipment, and tackling the unique challenges discovered along the way.
This book will inspire readers of all levels to get on their bike, whilst providing obsessed pedallers with something to aim for too.
What if you could pull back the curtain to a new view each day? Call the Alps your office? Head off-road into the sweeping sand dunes of the Sahara for a few days of total peace? Dip into the Mediterranean any day of the week? And, as the sun starts to set, return to the comfort of your compact roving home?
This compendium of the world’s most fascinating vans and four- wheeled homes shows that home really is where you park it. Let the creative fit-outs inspire your own van-venture, and join the journey with illustrated maps that take you across snowy mountain passes and along sunny ocean roads. Van life is a movement for all seasons, so throw off the shackles of modern life and join us as we hit the open road.
As one of the most recognizable brands in the world, Marvel has spent the last 80-plus years inspiring generations of creatives through its approach to visual storytelling. Marvel’s comic books, in particular, established a distinct graphic language that has found its way into mainstream culture, including 1960s Pop Art, and present-day digital culture, gaming, advertising, and more.
Marvel By Design will celebrate the company’s visual language with an in-depth exploration of the design process behind the brand’s most recognizable graphical elements including logos, covers, lettering, layout, and color palettes. Readers will learn how the renowned Marvel Method established a unique approach to the creative process and how that process can serve as a template for creatives working beyond comics.
Throughout the book, Marvel By Design will connect the dots between comic book culture and its undeniable influence in every creative field including the evolution of graphic design, editorial design, movies, and visual culture at large.
Epic Train Journeys compiles the world’s most memorable rail routes, from luxurious locomotives to budget-friendly local rides, into an essential guide. Train travel has always been more than just getting from A to B. It is one of the only modes of transport that allows you to unwind in style, get lost in the breathtaking scenery whizzing outside, and dine on a rolling culinary adventure. A new generation of explorers are on board with the boundless possibilities of rail travel, with many favoring it as a more sustainable alternative to flying.
Train expert Monisha Rajesh presents 50 legendary routes inspired by her extensive voyages. This wondrous journey winds through mountainous terrains, tropical jungles, and occasionally places one wouldn't dare to venture. From local day-trips to cross-country connections that last for days on end, this is a showcase of everything from cheap seats to luxury locomotives. More than just route suggestions, Epic Train Journeys is your ticket to make the most of traveling by train. All aboard!
The era of moving to the suburbs is coming to an end. Instead, a growing movement of city dwellers are looking for grand architectural solutions in the smallest of spaces. Slender, slim, and tall structures are soaring in the limited land available, offering innovative solutions to a world with ever-growing urbanization.
Vertical Living is an introduction to the architecture and interior masterminds using skillful, clever design to conquer compact living wherever there is space. As we continue to expect more of our flats and houses, unexpected approaches are necessary for the future of our urban spaces.
For the first time in decades, our worlds got smaller, but for many, travel limitations have fostered a newfound appreciation for regional vacations. Are you ready and willing to digitally detox? Leave the city behind you, switch off, reconnect with yourself and nature, and fall in love with the world again through the pages of Stay Wild.
Follow us deep into the woods on a journey that showcases new ways to escape into Europe’s vast and eclectic landscape. With an emphasis on environmentally-friendly travel, Stay Wild shines the light on places for curious, conscious travelers to rest and recharge. From towering treehouses, compact cabins, houseboats, yurts, and mobile homes that let you cook your meals al fresco whilst the campfire flickers, this book showcases alternative travel’s astounding diversity and enriching qualities.
The New Mediterranean shows you how to bring this sumptuous, sun-drenched minimalism into your own home.
A welcoming, new, down-to-earth modernism is gaining momentum, from California to Morocco, Portugal to Mexico. This direction in interiors combines Mediterranean folkloric influences with a contemporary aesthetic—taking cues from sunny landscapes to embrace warmth, light, and organic elements. The New Mediterranean showcases inspiring residences and vacation homes around the world that combine rustic, earthy tones with colorful fabrics, ceramics, rattan furniture, and Berber carpets which are offset by whitewashed walls, concrete, brick, terracotta tiles, and glass.
German automotive design has been a defining force in shaping the cultural and industrial landscapes of the 20th and 21st centuries. From the post-war innovation that brought us the Volkswagen Beetle to the sophisticated engineering marvels of BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche, German cars have not only been machines—they’ve been symbols of innovation, precision, and cultural influence.
The Germans – Beautiful Machines explores this legacy in detail, presenting a curated selection of 50 iconic German-built cars from the 1920s to the early 2000s. Each vehicle tells a story of its time, reflecting critical moments in design, culture, and technological advancement.
In an age where cities swell and hum with endless demands, a quiet exodus is unfolding. Fueled by a yearning to escape the pressures of modern life, a new generation trades urban density for open skies, slower rhythms, and homes shaped by something more intentional.
Though rooted in rural settings, these spaces carry the imprint of their inhabitants’ cultivated sensibilities—expressions of a design language shaped by urban influences. Tethered to their historic bones and quirks, they demand a reconsideration of what it means to live and occupy space—revealing themselves far more beguiling than ideal.
This book ventures into the heart of the Cottagecore lifestyle, assembling a portrait of interiors crafted by urban exiles with a knack for making even the most die-hard city dwellers dream of staking their claim to a quiet patch of land.
Creative Homes offers a captivating look into the residences of a diverse selection of creative professionals based in the Netherlands. Discover the personal and imaginative interiors of an array of talented professionals—location scouts, graphic designers, florists, architects, artists, and lighting designers. Each of the 20 featured homes is a treasure trove of creativity and inspiration, offering a glimpse into the unique lifestyles and aesthetics of these visionaries.
American architecture has long symbolized the nation’s progress and identity. As architectural innovation continues to redefine itself, exploring this legacy is essential. As modern design trends reshape U.S. skylines, American Icons Volume 2 provides an in-depth look at the evolution of American architecture, featuring 80 iconic projects and four insightful essays focusing on the International Style and midcentury modernism.
Enriched with stunning images and analysis, the book shows how American modernism, influenced by the Bauhaus movement, emphasised transparency, simplicity, and timeless elegance. An essential resource for architecture enthusiasts, it celebrates architectural achievements and inspires future design.
Think you know everything about potatoes? Think twice! Dive into the world of spuds with our latest cookbook, where we explore the nuances of potato preparation. Discover the distinctions between stomping, mashing, and pureeing. Learn the art of achieving the perfect consistency for duchess potatoes and uncover the secret behind why potato gratin is unbeatable with firm potatoes. Potato Total is your go-to guide for mastering the versatile potato.
Explore techniques for cooking potatoes to perfection, creating the crispiest French fries, and crafting the sharpest hasselback potatoes. Classic recipes like hash browns, tortillas,, and croquettes share the spotlight with international delights such as papas arrugadas, tartiflette, and potato focaccia. Embrace the potato revolution—your kitchen will never be the same!
Cooking on an open fire is both exciting and impractical — it’s as much about the time spent preparing the food as it is about eating it. This style of cooking lures chefs of all ages to the outdoors, and the possibilities for including vegetables in the campfire kitchen are almost endless.
Cooking Greens on Fire introduces 60 recipes for vegetarian campfire dishes in various degrees of difficulty. Learn how to build and light a fire, and get to know the equipment, safety, and cooking methods best suited for enjoying vegetables over the open flames.
The quality of Italian cuisine is based on the quality of its ingredients. For Italians, the quality of the basic ingredients in their dishes is everything. For some, it’s even as important as the air they breathe. This is why classic, homemade Italian food is incomparable to any other in the world. Its richness of taste belies its apparent simplicity, and it’s all down to the superior quality of those timeless, key elements that truly makes traditional Italian cooking so flavourful.
Originale is not just another recipe book. It is, in essence, a guide. A manual on how to do it like the Italians. The dozens of inspiring recipes within these pages are built from a handful of crucial ingredients that, if sourced correctly—as detailed in this book—can transport you directly to the kitchens of Rome, Naples, or Bologna via your own plate. Originale is lovingly curated to celebrate the enduring nature of Italian cuisine, its history, and culture. Buon appetito!
Sam Lubell is a US-American architecture journalist and author of 10 architecture books like the Atlas of Never Built Architecture or the Mid-Century Architecture Travel Guide. With American Icons - The Architecture of the United States: Visions and Defiance (EU: August 20 / INT: October October 15), gestalten and Lubell publish a collection of the most iconic US buildings and thus an homage to the architectural masterpieces of the United States of the last 150 years.
Exploring boundless possibilities, the United States has unveiled a treasury of iconic buildings. Combining a deep respect for individualism with an unwavering optimism for the future, these structures are as varied as they are captivating. American Icons - The Architecture of the United States: Visions and Defiance delves into the visionary works that have defined American skylines. From the organic residences of Frank Lloyd Wright and Bruce Goff to Frank Gehry’s postmodernist objets d’art, the book showcases a myriad of groundbreaking architectural masterpieces. Enhanced with carefully curated professional photography, each page of this captivating book title unveils the stories behind these landmarks through insightful articles penned by architectural expert Sam Lubell.
Fresh summer air, leaves rustling at the backdrop of beautiful sunset, subtle wind caressing your skin as you quietly meditate – if this feels anything like a perfect vacation, Mindful Places to Stay is just the book for you.
Through captivating photography and easy reads, the visual pages unveil the most astonishing yoga and meditation retreats and stories behind them.
Join Mindful Places to Stay in the discovery of peace and quiet in breathtaking spots scattered across the world.
Today, the most clever brand communication is self-promulgating. Anyone currently working in brand communication is facing fundamental yet compelling challenges. In an age in which we are flooded with information, consumers are becoming more critical and discerning. They are deploying ever finer filters so that only the most relevant pieces of information ever reach them. Because of this development, traditional brand and advertising messages are far less likely to be seen. Taken by Surprise is a collection of communication measures that are innovative and relevant enough to overcome these hurdles. It features projects ranging from radical to glamorous, from flashy to subtle. They include limited special edition products resulting from collaborations between brands, artists, and designers; impressive corporate mailings and publications that have become collector’s items; as well as guerilla urban interventions and exclusive events. The brand communication measures introduced in Taken by Surprise are so cleverly planned and disseminated that they become self-promulgating― either through word of mouth or in the flow of digital information. Target audiences become brand ambassadors, customers become collaborators, and consumption becomes an experience. Taken by Surprise offers advertising agencies, designers, and marketing departments inspiration for the development of more original, more creative, and more attractive brand communication than ever before.
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