This anthology of practical advice from more than 50 eminent gardeners is full of wit, wisdom and experience. Comprising extracts on subjects as varied as water gardens and window-boxes, lettuce and lupins, it offers insights into the patience and versatility required of the successful gardener as he or she negotiates the vagaries of soil, climate and the seasons – to say nothing of the temperamental b

Wydawnictwo: MERRELL

The prince of printsPucci's vision and legacyLimited edition of 10.000 copies; each unique copy is bound with one of a selection of recent print fabrics from the Pucci collection. Emilio Pucci (1914-1992) had a passion for women, a visionary sense of style, and an eye for color and design. With these talents he created a fashion house unlike any other. By the early '50s his boutique on the isle of Capri was cateri

Wydawnictwo: taschen

The exciting diversity of culture, climate and economics across the vast continent of Asia is matched only by the fascinating architectural diversity showcased in this volume. Influenced both by global architectural trends and dynamic developments within the region and the different countries, Asian design has experienced an explosion of creativity. From environmentally sensitive str

Wydawnictwo: BRAUN

The Renaissance throughout Europe produced some of the West’s most spectacular art, yet this most celebrated of periods is also one of the least understood, often regarded simply as a ‘rebirth’ of ancient Roman culture. While Renaissance paintings and sculptures deal with Classical and Christian themes, they are also replete with contemporaneous references that resonate with viewers t

Wydawnictwo: MERRELL

Punk is most commonly associated with music, fashion and graphics, but its rebellious and iconoclastic spirit also found expression in the visual arts. Panic Attack! explores British and American art between 1974 and 1984, a period of not only economic and social crisis but also remarkable cultural energy, when art became increasingly politicized just as society at large was moving towards conservatism. Ma

Wydawnictwo: MERRELL

The perfect companion to Merrell's bestselling Dream Gardens (Sunday Times Gardening Book of the Year), Dream Gardens of England is a beautifully designed sourcebook of 100 gardens of all styles in all parts of the country. It presents a wonderful variety of garden-design ideas, ranging from modern

Wydawnictwo: MERRELL

"Twenty-first Century Design" is a fascinating survey of the contemporary design landscape, guiding the reader through the intoxicating array of contemporary movements, styles and trends, and identifying today's leading designers, as well as future design classics. This pioneering publication places the contemporary scene in a historic framework and explores cultural and economic forces shaping design now and in the years to come

Wydawnictwo: CARLTON

Andy Warhol is recognized today as the most important exponent of the Pop Art movement. He overturned the traditional understanding of art and placed in its stead a concept that retracts the individuality of the artist. Warhol was a critical observer of American society, exposing his compatriots' consumerism in his paintings ("Campbell-" and "Brillo" series), as well as their fascination for sensational journalism. In 1963 Warhol founded his "Factory" in New York,

Wydawnictwo: taschen

Cities grow at a high pace that outstrips the expectations of growth rates and population in ever more limited space.  This books presents cities and urban spaces which have been reinvented to ensure a successful strategy that conserves its heritage and develops the pride of its citizens towards their residential surroundings; parks, squares, public facilities, public transport. etc.

Wydawnictwo: MONSA

Flip through this book and take a trip through 72 of the world's most enchanting, welcoming, and unforgettable hotels. Some are sleek and minimal, others charmingly plush and traditionally luxurious; whether you prefer a secluded rural retreat or the pulsing centre of the urban experience,

Wydawnictwo: taschen

Small Restaurants presents the latest work from great architects the world over. These cutting-edge and innovative designs are intended for small spaces; some find their dining rooms occupied by a single table, or one where only a limited number of diners can fit, yet none forget the care and detail that goes into each room and space that conform their interiors and personality.

Wydawnictwo: MONSA

The amazing story of the prefabricated houseYour brand new home, delivered on a trailerA Prefab is a mass produced house, constructed in a factory and assembled on site in a few days or weeks. Once regarded as a cheap, easy solution for urgent housing problems, the prefab has evolved to become a synonym for ambitious design and sophisticated detailing solutions. The amazing history of prefabricated houses started in England

Wydawnictwo: taschen

His cut and slash mash-ups of subway platform billboards only exist in New York City, but Poster Boy's artful and funny appropriations of advertising have gotten him attention the world over. The New York Times dubbed him an "anti-consumerist Zorro with a razor blade, a sense of humor and a talent for collage"; the Guardian UK said of his work, it "is witty, web-savvy and economical and the only materials it requires are c

Wydawnictwo: MBP

This volume presents a variety of buildings developed with creativity to ensure the structure from the unevenness and topography of a land Housing on a longitudinal and transverse double slope, houses on cliffs at the edge of the sea… different original proposals that are adapted to the wishes of the clients with a single goal: to create a residence to ensure the comfort and well-being of its owner and to adapt it to the available building space.

Wydawnictwo: MONSA

TASCHEN's Architecture Now! 7 features an arching overview of today's architecture, from modern to radically avant-garde. As with previous books in the series, Architecture Now! 7 includes a broad variety of projects from around the world, as well as some works of art that have a direct relation to architecture, from the likes of Giacomo Costa or Shinro Ohtake. It also explores how the recent economic downturn has led to fewer large-scale projects,

Wydawnictwo: taschen

The Tiffany princess in the little black dressAn unrivaled document of one of the 20th century's touchstone beauties, by one of Hollywood's greatest studio photographers. This Collector’s Edition is limited to 1,000 copies, numbered and signed by Bob Willoughby.

Wydawnictwo: taschen

Publikacja poświęcona architekturze 20 wieku. Od Franka Lloyda Wrighta, Gaudiego, Franka O. Gehry'ego po Shigeru Ban. Uszeregowane chronologicznie rozdziały, setki ilustracji, rysunków, planów. Appendix zawiera biografie największych architektów wieku, włącznie z nowymi talentami.Ta specjalna, rozszerzona wersja, zaprezentowana w obwolucie, przywołuje wcześniejszy tytuł wydawnictwa z większą ilością fotografii, większą ilością biogra

Wydawnictwo: TASCHEN/TMC ART

Salvador Dali was one of the most famous artists of the 20th century - and also one of its greatest eccentrics. Renowned for his striking and provocative work, as well as his unconventional behaviour, he attracted admiration and controversy in equal measure. This stunning volume showcases more than 90 of Dali's most famous works in magnificent giant size. Arranged chronologically to reflect Dali's artistic development from ambitious young painter to reclusive artist, the images include the sen

Wydawnictwo: QUERCUS

Jack Vettriano''s erotic, provocative and emotionally charged paintings have made him one of Britain''s most successful contemporary artists. Collected by celebrities the world over, his exhibitions have regularly sold out and paintings now change hands for millions of pounds.In this beautifully packaged collection, Jack chooses 100 essential canvases that reflect the intensity and passion of his work. An elegant accompanying essay by critic Anthony Quinn recounts Jack''s early years and h

Wydawnictwo: PAVILION