Barcelona's place at the forefront of European architecture and design during the past fifteen years is nowhere more apparent than in the interiors of its remarkable restaurants and bars. Cool Restaurants Barcelona presents a "best-of" selection of hip establishments and includes recipes as inventive and well conceived as the ambience. Copiously illustrated with over 100 color photographs.
Une toute nouvelle série sur les maîtres de l'architecture moderne. Chaque volume de ces séries si séduisantes met en lumière l'œuvre d'un célèbre architecte du XXe siècle. Des photos éblouissantes d'extérieurs et d'intérieurs, des plans détaillés et des textes brefs mais complets.
Obra Completa = Complete works. Feierabend Verlag, OHG [Published 2003]. Padded hardcover (5x5") square, 791 pp with map inserted in pocket affixed to inside of back cover. Bilingual, Spanish and english. Full color illustrations throughout. Contents Teh Gaudi Phenomenon; Nature technique and artistry; The Life of Gaudi; Constructed works; Casa Vicens; villa Ouijano-ElCapricho; Ceramics; Finca Guell; Trencadis; Sagrada Familia; Religious motifs; Palau Guell; Palacio episcopal de Astorga; Col.legi de las Teresianes; Casa de los Botines; Bodegues Guell; Casa Calvet; Furniture; Stained glass windows; Cripta de la colonia Guell; Bellesguard; Park Guell Animals; Finca Miralles; Wrought iron; Restauracion de la catedral de Palma de Mallorca; Casa Batllo; Natural motifs; Doors; Casa Mila; Jardins Artigas; Street lamps; Maps; Unconstructed Projects; Gaudi by night; Chronology and bibliography.
Gaudi: Complete Works is a tribute to the architect and creator. The book is an indispensable volume for those who want to know Gaudi for the first time and for those who seek new visions and perspectives. The book is also intended for people who are familiar with Gaudi's legacy and who want to rediscover the artist and his work. More than 400 specially-produced images guide the reader through all of Gaudi's spectacular designs, including those projects that were never actually built. The book showcases the images dreamed up by Gaudi's brilliant mind, which have endured time to remind us of his genius. Gaudi: Complete Works is for lovers of the Gaudian universe and of Art with a capital A.
The complete works. In light of the growing and general recognition of Gaud work, 150 years after his birth, Gaud did not become a success as a result of the quantity of works completed; Gaud secret was probably knowing how to tackle architectural creation in a distinct manner, without artistic or technical prejudices. His knowledge of the trades and the procedures of construction permitted him to stand out in his era. He was a virile and overwhelming individual, capable of breaking tradition, with fidelity to historic styles and the determination to please the euphoric bourgeoisie of the 1900s. He replanted the essence of architecture and reconsidered tastes and materials, procedures, techniques, systems of calculation, geometric repertoires.
Less is more, and least is best--that's the theory behind the minimalist architecture featured in this photography-driven book. Barcelona-based architect Cuito has selected 25 recent projects in homes, commercial spaces and public buildings that reflect New York's versions of this simple, serene esthetic.
This high-quality jubilee edition presents the complete work of Antoni Gaudi in a single volume, including his interior designs. Superb photographs by specialists in architectural photography and a foreword is by Daniel Giralet-Miracle, General Commissioner of the International Gaudi Year 2003, make this the perfect gift for lovers of architecture, art, and design. The book also offers information on the hours of Gaudi buildings and exhibitions open to the public.
Focusing on the evolution of loft living, this volume showcases over 50 contemporary lofts globally, highlighting diverse transformations from industrial buildings to farmhouses and garages. With 800 stunning photographs, it serves as an inspiring resource for those aspiring to embrace this modern lifestyle. The book emphasizes innovative design and the creative potential of repurposed spaces, making it a valuable addition to the Good Ideas series for architecture and interior design enthusiasts.
This book examines the many imaginative ways architects and interior designers have combined working and living spaces in a variety of settings, shown in numerous photographs, detailed plans, and sketches
For all the popularity of e-commerce, store windows are still the most effective way of selling new product to consumers. Window displays connect the reality of the street to the fantasy of the shop and also have a huge influence on the distribution of space within the store itself. This copiously illustrated book analyses current trends in window design and highlights examples marked by extraordinary creativity and visual inventiveness. Helpful captions accompany each photograph to explain the way lighting, props, and graphics contribute to successful displays.
Minimalist Lofts presents a resplendent selection of international lofts that stand out for their pure lines and hard-hitting designs. The creators of these projects—among some of today’s most prestigious architects—have converted industrial spaces into homes, offices, and shops. The luxury of these beautiful lofts is the perception of space, in which a few clever decisions bring out the best in the finishes and detailing. Filled with 370 dazzling full-color photos, this valuable book also features clear, descriptive text; detailed layouts and drawings by the designers themselves; and 45 architectural plans. Whether one is an architect, interior designer, contractor, or loft owner, Minimalist Lofts is a never-ending source of ideas!
Gustave Alexandre Eiffel (Dijon 1832-Paris 1923). This French civil engineer and constructor, is famous for the Eiffel Tower in Paris. He studied at the École Central des Arts et Manufactures, where he demonstrated his interest in metal construction, graduated in Chemical Engineering and in 1866 founded his own company. He directed the building of an iron railway bridge at Bordeaux and the design of the movable dome of the observatory at Nice. He finished his greatest project, the Eiffel Tower, in 1889, in time for the Centennial Exposition, causing commotion and amazement among the artists of the period and the world in general. His next large-scale project was the Panama Canal.
