In architecture, a facade is the skin of a building. Eco-friendly Building Facade demonstrates just how important this 'skin' is by illustrating its impact on energy efficiency. Sunlight, ventilation,
This book spans the globe, collecting only the best of the best. Featured designs originate from Europe, Asia, America, Oceania...Cross-continental variation is celebrated, and the differing styles an
Typography is an essential component of graphic design. Whether it provides continuity between disparate graphic elements, or acts as a solo piece, typography is as alluring and attractive as it is go
The art of Samuel Palmer is essentially a discovery of the 20th century. Although he exhibited widely during his lifetime, and found buyers for some of his watercolours and etchings, it was not until
John Ruskin assembled 1470 diverse works of art for use in the Drawing School he founded at Oxford in 1871. They included drawings by himself and other artists, prints and photographs. This book focu
Today floral design is considered its own art form and has seen a revolution from the more traditional floral arrangements and centrepieces at banquets, to the integration of design and aesthetics at
A logo is the most important and basic visual element for a company or a brand. It is a unique identity, tailored to each company helping to distinguish them from their competitors. How to go about de
Scandinavian residences are not only aesthetically simple and minimalist, they are mindfully built to minimise their impact on the environment, without sacrificing beauty. This book brings together a
'Placing more emphasis on decoration than remodelling' is a continuing global trend in interior design. This lavishly illustrated book presents a fantastic collection of fashionable, contemporary and
Interactive installation art is an important medium of artistic expression, generated alongside the development of technology and art throughout the 21st century. This book includes a number of intera
