The essential purpose of a staircase is utilitarian: to facilitate ascent and descent. Yet the design of even the simplest stair is complex, requiring great knowledge, skill and ingenuity. This vol...więcej »
From politics to religion, psychology to nuclear physics, learn how Dalí's work embraces nearly every major historic development of the twentieth century.Although Salvador Dal&ia...więcej »
Best known for his depictions of young dancers on the stage and in the studio, Degas was an accomplished draughtsman and portraitist of superb emotional depth. This book explores the full range of ...więcej »
16th-century Europe was a time of unprecedented economic expansion, cross-cultural trade, religious upheaval, warring empires, and scientific advancement. With unfettered access to the court of Hen...więcej »
'Guitars have been the obsession of my life ... they’ve been a mission and sometimes a lifeline' – Johnny MarrThe guitarist’s guitarist, Johnny Marr redefined music fo...więcej »
Explore the world's natural habitats and the plants and animals that live there.From the depths of the ocean to soaring mountain peaks - via coral reefs, deserts, rainforests, and even ...więcej »
Celebrates the Du Pont family heritage of land stewardship and horticultural creativityRenowned as the first family of American horticulture,the du Ponts created magnificent landscapes ...więcej »
Between the twilight years of the Tokugawa shogunate (1603–1867) and the end of the Meiji Era (1868–1912) that followed it, photography offered a unique insight into the rapid transform...więcej »
The exquisite storybook of Kay Nielsen’s enchanting tale illustrationsIn the late 1910s, in a Europe ravaged by World War I, Danish illustrator Kay Nielsen put the finishing touches on ...więcej »
Mysterious and mathematical at once, the magical visual world of Dutch artist M.C. Escher (1898–1972) has captivated scientists and scholars and made its mark on popular culture, inspiring bo...więcej »
Książka przedstawia twórczość malarską jednego z wybitniejszych, a stosunkowo mało znanych polskich artystów – Jerzego Tchórzewskiego. Jego niezwykłe artystycznie i temat...więcej »
Being Marc Márquez lifts the curtain behind his iconic acronym MM93, and reveals what matters most to the fastest man on two wheels.From friendship, focus, fun and family - Marc ...więcej »
From spectacular fjords in Norway, the arctic tundra and serene forests in Sweden, to a plethora of enchanting lakes in Finland and the Ice Sheet of Greenland —the Nordics offer a breathtakin...więcej »
Blurring the lines between the natural and the cultivated, The Avant Gardens observes visionary and unusual gardens in all their varying forms.Exploring the out of the ordinary, this bo...więcej »
Over the past few years, the world of coffee has kickstarted a movement of cultural and creative influence. From unique jute bags, logos, or merchandise—cafes, roasters, and coffee shops arou...więcej »
Think Big—Shop Small looks at stores with unique retail concepts that offer products and immersive interiors, introducing a new culture of customer experiences.Highlighting the va...więcej »
In the last decade, Ukraine has emerged as a hotbed of contemporary creativity, showcasing impressive contributions in fields such as interior design, fashion, architecture, photography, and art. T...więcej »
Islamic architecture dates back 1,400 years and continues to reinvent itself up to the present day. The enormous richness of building types, regional styles, and architectural details is revealed h...więcej »
Norway-based Canadian architect Todd Saunders' unique approach, set in some of the most remote locations on earth, splices modern sculptural forms with a deeply rooted respect for nature, most famo...więcej »
Humankind has always been fascinated by the magic of the ocean, its power and unpredictability. The open sea awakens a desire to set forth and sail, but also the urge to step back in awe and fear. ...więcej »