Podľa vydavateľstva Lonely Planet patrí medzi 10 najkrajších stavieb sveta jednoznačne Tádž Mahal, Guggenheimovo múzeum, palác Potala, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Sagrada Familia, Imámova mešita, Zimný palác, Crac des Chevaliers, múzeum Oscara Niemeyera a Hagia Sofia. Ich architektúra je príkladom dokonalého umenia, tak ako ňou oplývajú aj mnohé ďalšie stavby, ktoré sa, bohužiaľ, do rebríčka nedostali. Kníhkupectvá vám ponúkajú rôzne knihy, pomocou ktorých sa môžete o architektúre veľa naučiť a zároveň tiež spoznávať krajiny sveta.
Country Style & Design'' beautifully showcases Justin Bishop''s intricate knowledge of country style and design. Blending traditional country style with modern influences, this book is a collection of beautiful images, practical tips, useful styling notes and personal sentiment. Regardless of whether ...
História puzzle siaha do osemnásteho storočia a za jeho zrodom stojí anglický rytec a kartograf John Spilsbury. Prvé puzzle okolo roku 1760 vytvoril tak, že na mapu pripevnil tenké tvrdé drevo a jemnou ostrou pílkou na vytváranie intarzie z neho vyrezal hranice krajín. Takto vytvorený produkt deťom v ...
Italy enjoys a reputation earned by centuries of devotion to aesthetics. Many key figures of the development of architecture were Italians from Filippo Brunelleschi and Marcus Vitruvius to Andrea Palladio, not to forget Michelangelo. Nowadays the list of internationally renowned Italian architects is ...
The new series sends the reader on a journey across European metropolises. Thereby, the attention is focused not on prominent buildings at large but on ingeniou…
Spa and wellness locations are place for relaxation and enjoyment with all senses. Individual styles reaching from traditional forms inspired by different kinds of bath cultures to impressive luxury wellness temples show the variety of spa interiors. "Relax! Best of Interior Design" will feature 40 outstanding ...
Apart from being one of Asia's largest metropolises, Beijing is an ultimate visual challenge. The country's growing economy and construction boom has attracted the attention of the world's finest architects eager to create masterworks in this city. The new is rapidly replacing the old in ...
Detail in Contemporary Kitchen Design features over 30 kitchen designs from around the world, each created by a notable architect for a specific residence. Arranged into chapters according to the dominant material used in its construction â stone, timber and steel â each design is accompanied by an image ...
During many eras of architectural history, builders and architects aimed to construct buildings with pure shapes and clear geometry, while foregoing decorative elements. With the advent of Classical Modernity, minimalism has become a seminal architectural style. However, the approach of architects cannot ...
As we become only too aware of the damage man has caused to the planet, more of us want to furnish and decorate our homes with products that do not harm the env…
When eating away from home, the ambience is vital. From the wall coverings to the furniture and tableware, so many details make up the appetizing whole. This gu…
Airports are highly appealing places. Gateways to the big wide world, they represent international movement and inspire travel. Spielberg´s film, "The Terminal" shows the full fascination these places exercise. The boom in international air travel of recent years has resulted in a vast number of new ...
With a long and distinguished history of gardening excellence, Great Britain and Ireland contain some of the world's top...
In many cases, restrooms are associated with poor hygiene, vandalism and perversion - a place you visit only when you absolutely have to. However together with the evolution of technology and design of bathroom equipment, the meaning of washrooms receives more and more attention by designers and architects. ...
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 interpreted in a number of ways. 50 Great Bathrooms ...
The architectural discipline of urban design falls into the broad category of landscape architecture and is applied as a social and esthetic means for interpret…
Nestled by rows of luscious grapevines, wineries evoke images of fine living few other places can rival. The spirit of each winery is as distinctive as the wine…
The French flair for modern design is evident in the land''''s ample array of contemporary lodgings. Combining comfort and style, these hip hotels will delight even the most jaded of travelers. With extensive photographs, you see the lodgings from every angle. Marvel at the sophisticated furnishings, ...
For many years, water has been an essential element for live and for the evolution of man. Countless examples throughout history present an interaction between…
France is the wo rlds style destination, and photographer Sébastien Siraudeau has scoured the country to uncover eighty of...
This popular book in the bestselling Way We Live series a visually thrilling exploration of the way people around the world live with colour is now available in an elegant compact edition. Divided into five main sections, the book showcases Gilles de Chabaneix''s eye for the telling use of colour in ...