Arkitektur og design

Presenting through the eyes of a connoisseur looking for quality and bepoke goods in Londons key stylistic historic periods, this title tells the stories of the personalities, shop-keepers and mastercraftsmen who have animated the business of luxury goods for centuries.

Palladio (1508-80) combined classical restraint with constant inventiveness. In this study, Professor Ackerman sets Palladio in the context of his age - the Humanist era of Michelangelo and Raphael, Titian and Veronese - and examines each of the villas, churches and palaces in turn and tries to penetrate to the heart of the Palladian miracle. Palladio's theoretical writings are important and illuminating, he suggests, yet they never do justice to the intense intuitive skills of "e;a magician of light and colour"e;. Indeed, as the photographs in this book reveal, Palladio was "e;as sensual, as skilled in visual alchemy as any Venetian painter of his time"e;, and his countless imitators have usually captured the details, but not the essence of his style. There are buildings all the way from Philadelphia to Leningrad which bear witness to Palladio's "e;permanent place in the making of architecture"e;, yet he also deserves to be seen on his own terms.

'If artists betray the social conscience and the basic principles of being human, where does art stand then?' Ai Weiwei - artist, architect, curator, publisher, poet and urbanist - extended the notion of art and is one of the world's most significant creative and cultural figures. In this series of interviews, conducted over several years with the curator Hans Ulrich Obrist, he discusses the many dimensions of his artistic life, ranging over subjects including ceramics, blogging, nature, philosophy and the myriad influences that have fed into his work. He also talks candidly about his father, his childhood spent in exile and his criticism of the Chinese state. Together, these extraordinary discussions give a unique insight into the outstanding complexity of Ai Weiwei's thought and work, and are an essential reminder of the need for personal, political and artistic freedom.

Colour mixing is a key skill for the botanical artist. In this practical guide, Jackie Isard explains how to observe and use colour accurately. She shows artists how to make informed choices when selecting pigments, as well as how to learn about colour mixing and its application. Detailed instruction and advice are given on understanding colour and pigments. The author explains how to 'see' colour and tricky mixes, from greens and reds to the difficult botanical greys. Includes advanced colour application techniques - colour enhancement, shadow colours and colour temperature transition. Finally, step-by-step guides illustrate how to paint with layers, how to use underlaying colours to enhance, and colour and fine detailing.

A major new volume on Isamu Noguchi's skyviewing sculptures, which also addresses the theme of space, and our place in the universe.

From his Great (Bamboo) Wall house to the Japan National Stadium for the Tokyo Olympic Summer Games, originally planned for 2020, Japanese architect Kengo Kuma pioneered a truly sustainable approach to contemporary architecture, translating local craftsmanship and resources into a new tactile architecture. Discover the scope of his practice-...

Explore the visually arresting typefaces that give Berlin its unique character.

Drawing on his unique experience at the helm of three major British art institutions, Charles Saumarez Smith traces how art museums across the world have changed over the past eighty years.

What Kind of Architect Are You? offers a glimpse into a vast array of professional possibilities and points out meaningful alternatives to the prevailing myth of the 'starchitect'. It provides those in search of an architect with insights into how we work and helps them to formulate expectations.

A magical journey through the arboreal world of contemporary tree house design, incorporating accommodation options, artist spaces, dining experiences, modern offices, and so much more. Perfect for your inner child!

A brand-new approach to drawing that makes it fun and accessible for everyone, based on first-hand teaching methods developed over twenty years.

Unlock the secrets of Paris's charm with this handy visual guidebook.

Epic Iran brings together 250 fascinating objects and images to cast a rare light on 5,000 years of history, showing how civilized life emerged in Iran around 3,200 BC, and how a distinctive Iranian identity, formed 2,500 years ago, has survived until today, expressed through artistic continuities, religious affiliations and the Persian language.

This practical guide explains how to take accurate measurements, introduces key tools and takes you from simple pattern-cutting ideas to more advanced creative methods. Step-by-step illustrations show how to create and then fit basic bodice, sleeve, skirt, dress, and trouser blocks, and how to adapt these to create patterns for original designs. New material includes advice on fitting toiles and working with stretch fabrics. There is also a fully updated chapter dedicated to digital technology.New to this edition: Access to 32 instructional videos

This sumptuous book celebrates 12 country houses, occupied by the same families for at least 300 years. From State rooms to boot rooms we have interviewed and photographed these amazing homes. This book gives exclusive insight into a private world at a time of dynamic change and renewal.

From cabins to containers, this international overview showcases a new generation of innovative homes that save space, are kinder to the planet and cost less to build.

Celebrating twenty-five years of PHUNK, this monograph traces the ways in which the Singapore-based collective has mixed urban street culture, art and design to create a unique body of work.

The first monograph of the celebrated mind-altering artist and album cover designer Leif Podhajsky.

A beautiful, lively tour through the portraits of one of the most celebrated painters of 17th century Europe

A "think before you ink" guide to the Welsh language and symbols of Wales. You love all things Welsh and Wales, and you want to tell the world. But if you rely on dodgy online translations and images, you could end up with a Welsh tattoo nightmare! Written and edited by fluent Welsh speakers, this book features resources to help you plan the perfect Welsh inscription or tattoo:ΓÇó Overview of the Welsh language and the history & culture of WalesΓÇó Descriptions of Welsh symbols and historical figuresΓÇó Illustrations of real-life Welsh tattoos gone wrongΓÇó Glossary of 400+ authentic words and phrases in Welsh

A monumental new work of scholarship on a luminary of twentieth-century art

This compilation of lessons brings together the simplest characters from the' Master Guide to Drawing Anime' series for beginning anime artists.

An inspiring, direct guide to painting beautiful portraits alla prima.

Transform your ideas about creative, fabric embellishment for textile art that's full of meaning and astounding texture, in this inspiring book by award-winning textile art tutor and artist Jan Dowson.