Podľa vydavateľstva Lonely Planet patrí medzi 10 najkrajších stavieb sveta jednoznačne Tádž Mahal, Guggenheimovo múzeum, palác Potala, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Sagrada Familia, Imámova mešita, Zimný palác, Crac des Chevaliers, múzeum Oscara Niemeyera a Hagia Sofia. Ich architektúra je príkladom dokonalého umenia, tak ako ňou oplývajú aj mnohé ďalšie stavby, ktoré sa, bohužiaľ, do rebríčka nedostali. Kníhkupectvá vám ponúkajú rôzne knihy, pomocou ktorých sa môžete o architektúre veľa naučiť a zároveň tiež spoznávať krajiny sveta.
Often the most sophisticated buildings get their start as quick sketches in a moment of sudden inspiration. During the long process of careful refinement, these same sketches take shape and emerge as the buildings we see before us everyday. Focusing on the design process of today''s most noteworthy architects, ...
The work of this Europe-based architectural design firm is an important addition to the Images Publishing Group\''s "Master Architect Series", which showcases the most significant works of today\''s leading international architects. For the firm\''s founders and principals, Denis Valode and Jean Pistre, ...
As we seek to reduce our footprint on the planet, our need for ecological housing grows. This resource profiles the most innovative green dwellings available today. With ingenious design and intelligent application of technology, these homes offer a viable way to meet our needs now and for future generations. ...
With a growing emphasis on green living, the design world is becoming more ecological. These groundbreaking designs appeal to the eye, the mind—and the planet. And there\''s a dash of whimsy as well! It includes chapters on furniture, lighting, housewares, children\''s goods, industrial design, office ...
Roger Yee is a graduate of the Yale School of Architecture and has received honors for his work in the field from such organisations as the American Institute of Architects and the Society of Interior Designers. He has been editor-in-chief of three design magazines, "Contract Design", "Corporate Design ...
With full colour photos, drawings and diagrams, the "Good Office" is a detailed exploration of the innovative work being done by the world\''s most visionary architects to create environmentally friendly, contemporary office design that reveals that good design and green design can be one and the same.
Danish design is a by-word for cool sophistication the world over. As you might expect, Copenhagen is home to a delectable assortment of hip restaurants. And, whether your dining preference is a cheerful bistro or high-end temple of gastronomy, everything in the surroundings will be sleekly coordinated ...
The Water Spaces of the World series has developed a reputation as the world\''s ultimate guide to incorporating water into architecture. This new volume will surely eclipse the success of the other titles in the series. It\''s a more enjoyable read and has even more wonderful interiors and landscapes, ...
"In the City" is the third title in the phenomenally successful "The Way We Live" series, providing a visual, in-depth view of lifestyles in cities around the world, from New York to Cairo, from London to Saigon, in five major sections. Every opportunity to make cross-cultural comparisons and connections ...
The work we do brings us meaning, moulds our values, determines our social status and dictates how we spend most of our time. But this wasn''t always the case: for 95% of our species'' history, work held a radically different importance. How, then, did work become the central organisational principle ...
Interiéry 54 hotelov na 600 fotografiách s anglickým, nemeckým a francúzskym komentárom.
In order to meet increasing public demand, institutions worldwide have opened their doors to provide their own definition of a spa - from medical day spas in mid-Manhattan to five-star destination spas in the south of France. The concept of the spa - healing waters, massage and body treatments - has ...
Looks at the designs for stairs, from grand public spaces to modest residential and confined spaces.
Features drawings and concept sketches with useful summaries, as well as full-colour photographs of the finished detail.
Located at the juncture of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, Cape Town enjoys a unique setting in one of the world’s most stunning locations. Attracting travelers from across the globe, it’s gaining fame as an international dining destination. With a unique fusion of cultures, this South African city boasts ...
Hong Kong is Asia’s number one shopping destination but with its abundance of malls, department stores, designer boutiques, and bustling open-air markets, it ca…
Building on the success of its Cool Shops line, teNeues is expanding its sights to focus on the many retail offerings of Germany’s dynamic capital, Berlin. Known for their variety and vitality, you can find just about anything you could imagine—and some things you probably couldn’t dream of—in Berlin’s ...
Synonymous worldwide with the fantasy and creativity of film and television, it’s no wonder that Los Angeles is host to a cornucopia of cool shops, each featuring an incredible array of displays and interior design. Whether it’s laid-back grunge, international designer chic, or quirky eclecticism, they’re ...
The exoticism and beauty of the Asian coast and the Pacific Islands have always been attractive to Western tourists. Here is a lavishly illustrated guide to the most contemporary and innovatively designed hotels in countries from Turkey to Japan with Thailand and Indonesia in between and Australia and ...
Building on the success of its Cool Shops line, teNeues is expanding its sights to focus on the many retail offerings of fashion-conscious Munich. As befits a beautiful and exciting city, the range of shops in Munich encompasses everything from the suavely classic to the cutting-edge and avant-garde. ...
