The most influential furniture designers of the 20th century are showcased in this tribute to their ingenuity in transforming functional chairs into objects of sculptural beauty. Includes a list of furniture manufacturers and retailers. 125 color illustrations.
This celebration of life in the one-space home is packed with advice, ideas and inspiration, as well as five specially selected case studies which focus on different open plan homes, providing imaginative ideas for successful one space living.'
Many leading designers have been drawn to creating interiors with a sense of harmony and balance based around the five Asian elements of Air, Earth, Wood, Fire and Water. The fascinating link between materials and design, as well as the cultural and spiritual dimensions of Asian thought are drawn out.
Winner of the 1999 Michael C. Meyer Manuscript Prize. This book examines the social protests of popular groups in urban Mexico during and after the Mexican Revolution and also shows how the revolution inspired women to become activists in these movements. Andrew Grant Wood's well-researched narrative focuses specifically on the complex negotiation ...
- A guide to funky, retro, and off-the-beaten-path motels around the United States from the author of ROAD TRIP AMERICA.- Featured motels include one where the windows face a working drive-in theater, making your bed the best seat in the house, and another where each room is an individual teepee.- Learn the inspiring stories of owners maintaining ...
"Cool Homes in Hot Places" showcases real homes from the hottest territories around the world. Featuring a wide variety of environments and styles--from wilderness to hillside, from waterside to woodside, and from cultivated to streetside--this book shows how careful decisions around layout, materials, color, and furniture can create elegant yet ...
Over the last several years, a great deal has been written about the effects of computers on human communication. Journalists have made it the focus of their human interest stories, critics have cited it as the root cause of declines in society, and scholars have examined its effects on everything from the way we think to the way we relate to ...
The electricity industry, one of the largest and most vital sectors of the U.S. economy, has changed dramatically in recent years. After being heavily regulated for more than a century by authorities at all levels, deregulation is taking center stage, allowing for enormous efficiency gains. "Competition and the Future of Electricity" explores the ...
"Psychological Development and Early Childhood" is a broad and accessible introduction to theory and research, presenting integrated research-based accounts of development in key areas of early childhood. It is one of a series of four books which form part of the Open University course Child Development. There is a focus on modern developmental ...
Arts and Crafts designs - both originals and reproductions - are the timeless choice for today's pared-down interiors. They are associated with the use of fine natural materials, solid construction and the highest standards of craftsmanship. This book is for everyone who wants a taste of this style, whether your goal is a faithful recreation of ...
Created by modern classics dealer Andrew Weaving and design commentator Neil Bingham, "Modern Retro", now in paperback, shows you how to take the best designs in furniture, glass, ceramics and textiles from the 1920s to the 1970s and use them throughout your home in a relaxed, individual way.
The heightened stress of traveling by air these days has encouraged more and more families to pack up the minivan and hit the road. Ramble along America's highways and byways with ROAD TRIP AMERICA, a tour of our nation's long-loved roadside attractions and oddities. Featuring the coolest and weirdest destinations of yesterday and today--like the ...
Vinny Lee presents 21 examples of successful kitchen remodels, and discusses their elements--the "nuts and bolts" of each room. And she doesn't forget the little touches that make the place home, from potholders to wine glasses to tablecloths.
Decorating the kitchen can be one of the most rewarding of design projects in the home. More than any other room, the kitchen is used and occupied for different functions and at different times of the day. This book contains sections on planning the usage of the kitchen, the equipment to be included and the accessories that give the room a ...
A collection of scholarly essays examining reality television. The first show, "Survivor", inspired a national craze when it aired in the summer of 2000. Ever since, successors and copycats have been on each of the four largest networks.
With origins in countries as diverse as Japan, Bali, Thailand, and Sri Lanka, an Asian aesthetic has taken root in the West. Many of the world's leading designers such as John Pawson, Christian Liaigre, and Anouska Hempel have been drawn to it, sharing a desire to create interiors with a sense of harmony and balance and reflecting the East's use ...
Andrew Wood arrived in America a penniless 18-year-old. Today, in his early 30s, he is a self-made millionaire who owns three successful businesses. In this book, he reveals his success secrets and those of other well-known figures, including Winston Churchill, Sylvester Stallone, and Babe Ruth.
A stunningly beautiful backdrop where cultures meet and meld, the U.S.-Mexico borderlands is one of the most dynamic regions in the Americas. On the Border is an eclectic collection of essays about this fascinating area of the world and its rich history. Editor Andrew Grant Wood based this new book on a special edition of the Journal of the ...
Here is a much-needed, fresh approach to decorating with these natural materials. Echoing several modern styles -- from the Arts and Crafts movement to Scandinavian modern to Zen-inspired design -- the ideas in this inspiring book all share a respect for "honest" materials, good craftsmanship, and warm and comfortable environments.
Smart Storage takes the place of an expensive expert on space organization and provides straightforward ideas to simplify your life. Interiors writer Joanna Copestick and designer Meryl Lloyd encourage making the most of the areas you have alcoves, window recesses, and other corners -- to set up storage units and other organizational tools. With ...
Presenting a range of interior design possibilities, Asian Elements goes beyond the motifs of a particular country or style. Showcasing interiors from Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bali, Japan, Vietnam, Singapore, and other locales, the book covers many styles, all in tune with the contemporary desire for clean lines, a sense of balance, and the use of ...
In this very deluxe book about the importance of details in a home--from flooring choices to bathroom fixtures--Susanne Trocmé is essentially writing about good design: what it is and how to incorporate it. The book is lushly illustrated with impressive homes from all over the world.
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