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In this superb publication, "Images" has collected 100 projects from the best architects and interior designers in Australia and New Zealand. Including beach bachs, city apartments, country retreats, suburban homes with a twist, holiday shacks…
The bathroom is a haven for relaxation, grooming and total privacy. Today's bathroom still features the basic bathtub, shower, wash basin, and mirror, along with traditional materials, and while it serves its original purpose, its look and feel can be…
In the lifetime of a single house or apartment, the kitchen can undergo countless renovations. Many a homeowner has dismissed a purchase owing to an outdated kitchen, yet despite this need to move with the times the kitchen remains a warm and nurturing…
Features a variety of projects from luxurious, sleek beach villas and tucked-away mountain retreats, to straw-clad sustainable houses and isolated wooden cabins.
Features drawings and concept sketches with useful summaries, as well as full-colour photographs of the finished detail.
The homes featured in this book challnge the concept of domestic architecture. Concrete, steel and timber are reconsidered and translated into designs for the 21st century.
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 -…
Illustrates the versatility of wood as a construction material.
Looks at the designs for stairs, from grand public spaces to modest residential and confined spaces.
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…
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…
Homeowners search continuously for ways in which to rework existing residential space - for improved size, comfort, functionality and financial gain. As demonstrated in this timely publication, an architect must possess significant skill to create such…
Serves as a reference of the 101 world's tallest skyscrapers, including photos, plans, details on architects, engineers and technical data on each building.
The first edition of IMAGES' world-wide pictorial directory of architects and their work proved to be a huge success. This updated and expanded 2006 edition includes many new entries, and current contact details of the world's best-known firms. Presented…
Takes a look into the working environments of architects - spaces they have designed for themselves to both harness and nurture their creativity.
Today, more than ever, multi-family housing is recognised as vital to modern, urban communities. This type of housing requires immense dexterity from an architectural perspective, because while promoting a sense of community living, a sense of aesthetics…
Part of the "Small Spaces" series, this book shows not only residential projects, but also retail and commercial spaces as well. It also features floor plans, drawings and photographs of challenges posed by restricted spaces.
From large-scale courtyards to smaller outdoor areas, this new volume is packed w/innovative design ideas. Recognizing the growing trend towards healthy, outdoor living, this book features a beautiful array of the latest courtyard spaces by world-renowned
The 1990s saw the re-emergence of major tall buildings in Europe, particularly in The Netherlands, UK and Germany. This book will examine the significant tall buildings of Europe and similar projects in Moscow and Istanbul. In recent years, the Middle…
After many were demolished or 'modernised' beyond recognition in the post-war period, terrace houses were rediscovered in the 1980s, as people moved back to the inner city. Period features were tenderly replaced but many of the buildings remained as…
For many, eco skyscrapers are synonymous with Ken Yeang. In more than three decades of practice, Ken Yeang has almost single-handedly pioneered and developed this building genre. This book presents Ken Yeang's work on the design of ecologically responsive…
Features 100 different houses from around the world, each one designed by a different architect.
"View From The Top" goes inside the private spaces of some of the world's most magnificent penthouses and apartments and offers a rare insight into not only the designs and lifestyles experienced in these palatial 'mansions in the sky' but…
"100 Great Kitchens & Bathrooms: By Architects" examines the role of architects in creating comfortable, visually pleasing and functional kitchens and bathrooms. This title features a stunning collection of recent interior projects examining…
Pascal Baetens' photography of nudes is critically lauded. This title features more than 200 photographs from him. It includes photographic notes and an introduction by the artist.
"Project Japan" is the product of a long journey by author Graham Cooper. A sustained rolling program relating to contemporary art and architecture in Japan, this project involved over a decade of commitment, more than a dozen research and…
"21st Century Houses: 150 of the World's Best" offers a bumper selection of outstanding contemporary designs in gorgeous, glossy colour spreads. From modest to massive and everything between, all the houses feature the latest trends in building…
This book features those with a penchant for monochrome tones and a history of these shades in fashion, design architecture and interiors
For twenty-five years, House + House Architects has created intimate, personal architecture. Cathi and Steven House are well known for their sensitivity to form, colour, light and movement. Their ideas draw from their extensive travel experiences translating…
Living Steel is a worldwide, collaborative program designed to stimulate innovative and responsible housing design and construction. This book presents the winning and finalist schemes from the three competitions held to date. Each project is presented…