Gestalten Livres

Früher waren Frauen bestenfalls als dekoratives Beiwerk der männlichen Surf-Kultur geduldet, das hat sich in den letzten Jahren geändert. Das Buch über weibliche Surfer und Surfen in aller Welt. Die Zeiten, als Surfen eine bloße Männerdomäne war, sind vorbei. Surferinnen aus aller Welt haben sich ihren Platz auf der Welle erobert. She Surf erzählt die Geschichten dieser Frauen, von ihrer Leidenschaft für den Ritt auf der Welle, ihrer Liebe zur Natur und zur Surf-Kultur, die davon kaum zu trennen ist. Das Buch begleitet Wellenreiterin nicht nur zu den legendären Wellen Hawaiis, sondern auch an die abgelegenen Strände in aller Welt. Es erzählt von den vergessenen Geschichten polynesischer Surf-Prinzessinnen, die in den Sechzigerjahren wellenreiten den Weg bereitet haben, sowie von den Frauen, die heute die Surf-Szene bestimmen. Ein Buch, das auf eindrucksvolle Weise reflektiert, was es heißt, eine Surferin zu sein und von der Schönheit des Meeres bewegt zu werden.

The Himalaya. The legendary mountains, epic and mythical to all who are serious about hiking. Straddling Nepal, India, Pakistan, Tibet, and Bhutan, this area could fill a lifetime of wandering and transcendence. In Wanderlust Himalaya, we guide you through breathtaking nature, diverse cultures, and various hikes across the whole region. Spectacular photography, informative maps, firsthand tips, and itineraries with an attractive mix of one-day, multiday, and long-distance trails offer everything you need to plan your own adventure or to dream from an armchair. Wanderlust Himalaya lifts you to the top of the world.

Journey upwards with Cliffhanger, a dizzyingly beautiful presentation of the people and places that make up the world of climbing. Climbing has recently exploded as a global phenomenon, thanks to a plethora of dedicated gyms springing up and media coverage that has had a wide reach. Using breathtaking imagery and in-depth stories, Cliffhanger gives you a complete look at the world of this outdoor pursuit—both as a sport and a lifestyle—by highlighting the people, places, history, and culture that make the activity so fascinating. Whether you’ve been doing it for a long time or have never climbed in your life, this book will make your palms sweat and your heart race.

The city is an always changing human experiment. But in the last half century, it has changed more than ever before - with little sign of slowing down. As this phenomenon takes place, an increasing number of architects, innovators and policy-makers are rethinking the city to make the most of space and resources. This book chronicles the design of urban futures. From apps designed to curb food waste to inventive fresh water infrastructure, Designing Urban Futures explores the many initiatives and experiments, all with the shared goal of making the cities of tomorrow a happier, healthier and more inclusive place to be. What to expect: - A progressive, global view of the future of cities by one of Europe's leading research and design labs - Expert profiles and an introduction to the doers and thinkers at the forefront of urbanism - First-hand insight from essays written by urbanist thought leaders - A multi-disciplinary approach that takes ideas from architecture, technology, infrastructure and sustainability

Contemporary food goes way beyond avocado and quinoa salads. Delicious Places presents the new wave of cafés, restaurants and entrepreneurs that are writing a fresh chapter on culinary culture. Food culture has come a long way. New restaurants, bars and cafés are born out of fresh ideas that, with a clever twist, lead to an unprecedented culinary experience that balances location and concept—and ultimately influences a new world of food. Delicious Places collects the examples that execute the business idea in the best possible way. Single-dish restaurants, traditional pasticcerias, fisherman cooperatives with the freshest produce or high-end restaurants in the mountains. They offer a unique experience that starts the moment you set foot in the door and spans from the interiors to the branding, and behind the scenes to the supply chains and sustainable procedures. Take a seat at the table and feast your senses one by one—the mind will follow.

Explore a range of inspirational 'parkitecture' from cozy cabins to seaside shacks, all set within or with views of North America's breathtaking national parks, forests, and coastlines, catering to dreams of an off-grid lifestyle.

'Voyages' will take us around the world through a series of long-distance, human-powered journeys that inspire.

Savile Row is the home of hand tailoring. This short street is home to many of the world's finest tailoring houses, a street where for over 200 years royals, rock stars, and giants of the business and political worlds have come to have their clothes cut, sewn and fitted. Patrick Grant, co-owner of Savile Row tailors Norton & Sons, describes the long-standing traditions of craftsmanship that are maintained in the workrooms of this quiet corner of London's Mayfair - a fascinating and uniquely storied world. He celebrates the extraordinary ecosystem, from the British weavers and cloth houses to the trimmings merchants, that allows Savile Row to flourish. Grant shines a light on the captivating story of Savile Row, the painstaking processes required to create a bespoke garment, and the story of his personal experiences on this most famous thoroughfare. This book details, for the first time, the complete tailoring methods of several of Savile Row's finest sewing tailors, providing a detailed step-by-step manual on how to hand-make a pair of trousers, waistcoat, and coat in the Savile Row style, and a shirt in the style of one of Jermyn Street's finest shirt makers. Richly illustrated, this book gives an insight into a highly discreet and rarefied world of craftsmanship.

This title celebrates our connection with water, focusing on outdoor bathing locations around the world.

Experience the best hiking routes under the southern sun through practical tips, comprehensive maps, and captivating visuals. The Mediterranean region has some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world, encompassing soaring mountain ranges, wide forests, deep valleys, and rugged coastlines. From Spain to Jordan, via Italy, Greece, and more, the Mediterranean is a paradise for nature lovers and hikers. In Wanderlust Mediterranean long-distance adventurer Cam Honan takes us on a journey through the most breathtaking hiking routes in Southern Europe and beyond, taking in France, Portugal, the Balkans, Morocco, and other countries along the Mediterranean Sea. The book comprises more than 25 featured hikes, including such spectacular trails as the Caminito del Rey, the Peaks of the Balkans, and the Selvaggio Blu trail. In addition to this there's another dozen bonus hikes, plus maps, stunning photography, expert commentary, and countless tips for beginners and experts alike.