Скачать книгу (размер 1 136 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 224) Аннотация: An irreverent survey of surprisingly enduring icons of Soviet design. This knowing survey presents some of the more populist but nonetheless enduring work in graphic and industrial design that was a product of the Soviet era — a period that remains politically sensitive and underexplored, yet whose influence on the objects and aesthetics of Russian daily life has been profound. Made in Russia…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 054 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 208) Аннотация: Preston Bailey, one of the world’s preeminent floral and event designers, presents dozens of his most memorable arrangements. From one of the most renowned floral couturiers and event planners working today comes a rich presentation on the art of flower arranging perfect for home decoration and inspiration and of interest to professionals. In his first single-topic book, Preston Bailey shares his…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 544 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 304) Аннотация: Presents a pictorial look at and commentary on the history of the wedding dress, with emphasis on the works and reminiscences of Oleg Cassini, along with other notable designers.
Скачать книгу (размер 2 441 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 480) Аннотация: An unprecedented publication showcasing Gucci as never before, including thought-provoking essays, commentaries, and authoritative anecdotes along with previously unpublished contemporary and archival photographs. Published in conjunction with the opening of the new Gucci Museum in Florence, Gucci is the ultimate celebration of the world-renowned fashion house. Told through a loose grouping of…
Скачать книгу (размер 2 033 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 400) Аннотация: »Carine, and her vision of French Vogue, embodies all that the world likes to think of as Parisian style: a sense of chic that's impeccable and sometimes idiosyncratic and which forever lives on a moonlit street as seen through the lens of Helmut Newton.» Anna Wintour Karl Lagerfeld once said that if you close your eyes and imagine the ideal French woman, it would be Carine Roitfeld. She is a…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: Ruven Afanador — one of today's most respected and in-demand editorial and fashion photographers — presents Mil Besos, a unique and arresting vision of the flamenco women of Spain. Often photographed wearing haute couture creations that were inspired by their dancing, the women's vibrant and dramatic personalities come alive in Afanador's portraits. This instant classic is an homage to the…
Скачать книгу (размер 891 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 176) Аннотация: The quintessential American designer and fashion industry darling reveals his insights into what to wear on your big nights out and how to look your very best. Carmen Marc Valvo has been dressing leading ladies and It girls for more than thirty years, including such notable stars as Kate Winslet, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Beyonce, Katie Couric, Eva Longoria Parker, Queen Latifah, and Mary J. Blige.…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: Skillfully written and richly illustrated, Barons of Business looks into the lives and fortunes of the ambitious individuals like Calvin Coolidge, who believed that the business of America is business. Beginning with the colonial era, when trade was overtaking landholding as a way to get rich, Barons of Business follows the restless careers of our most brilliant and driven merchants,…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 136 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 224) Аннотация: Green is the new white for today's environmentally conscious couples — this timely yet stylish book is an inspirational guide to making that special day perfect. Louise Moon, a leading wedding planner, shows how to green the most important day in any couple's life. From one or two thoughtful features, like using organic, locally grown food for the reception, to more imaginative solutions for…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 136 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 224) Аннотация: The interior designer's singular vision revealed through an extraordinary collection of her acclaimed rooms. With her inimitable flair for style, Charlotte Moss has led a celebrated career in the interior design world. Recently honored with Elle Decor's Vision Award, Moss's design philosophy of couture living describes her preference for gracefully curated spaces in which one is meant to live,…
Скачать книгу (размер 728 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 144) Аннотация: Meet the four-legged friends who frolic, walk, and romp in New York City's biggest playground. Move over Westminster! There's a live canine show happening in Central Park seven days a week, 365 days a year. On top of the 25 million people who visit New York's iconic park each year are those with an extra two legs who utilize the 800-plus acres, be it to soak in the sun, fraternize with fellow…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: Located on Italy's sun-drenched southeast coast, the unique and rustic interiors of Puglia's ancient Masserie buildings speak of a historic past and are inspiring to all those who love rustic living. Surrounded by verdant vineyards and groves of olive trees, the Masserie of Puglia — fortified domestic structures of brick, stone, and concrete dating from the Middle Ages — embody a rich cultural…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 319 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 260) Аннотация: This fine art book with a design twist identifies, decodes, and explains symbols hidden in Leonardo da Vinci's works, using die-cut windows to enhance the experience of truly appreciating each masterpiece. Discover the secret symbols and meanings behind seventy-five featured drawings and paintings in this unique volume celebrating Leonardo da Vinci. This book's innovative design pairs each…
Скачать книгу (размер 2 605 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 512) Аннотация: Rarely seen desks, bureaus, sideboards, and tables designed by the Art Deco master Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann (1879-1933) are superbly reproduced in this first book about his life and work. One of the greatest French cabinetmakers and decorators, Ruhlmann used rare woods for the framework of his priceless pieces and ornamented them with ivory, tortoiseshell, lacquer, mirrors, silk, and tooled metals.…
Скачать книгу (размер 10 275 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 2016) Аннотация: Tracey Emin has stirred controversy as well as acclaim since she rose to fame as the most highly publicized of the infamous Young British Artists. Though denounced by conservative critics at the outset, Emin's work has attracted serious critical attention since the early 1990s for being consistently engaging, original, and startlingly direct. Her work has succeeded over the years in many media —…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: A lavishly illustrated and definitive look at the design evolution of the racing motorcycle. The dynamic between competition and design has always fueled the evolution of racing motorcycles and inspired astonishing feats of design and engineering. This book traces the development of the sport bike, from the earliest French motorcycles to the dominance of British machinery in the 1930s, the exotic…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 381 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 272) Аннотация: A highly detailed look at the English country house interior, offering unprecedented access to England's finest rooms. In this splendid book, renowned historian Jeremy Musson explores the interiors and decoration of the great country houses of England, offering a brilliantly detailed presentation of the epitome of style in each period of the country house, including the great Jacobean manor…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 381 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 272) Аннотация: As one of today's most exciting artists, Kenny Scharf rose to prominence in the New York art scene in the '80s as part of a dynamic and influential group of artists that included Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. He has since returned to California, but he has retained the playful Pop aesthetic for which he is internationally renowned. This complete new volume covers Scharf's…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 340 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 264) Аннотация: Richard Bryant's London is a fitting love letter to a city with an unparalleled history and an inimitable and tangible soul. Following the path of the river, the reader travels across London, from the bucolic West to the postmodern East — from the beautiful villas and gardens of Notting Hill through Bedford Square and Georgian London to Roman ruins, the historic monuments of Greenwich, and the…
Скачать книгу (размер 1 136 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 224) Аннотация: Charming old houses in a uniquely American form are lovingly showcased in this engaging book. Romantic, imaginative, and eminently photogenic, Carpenter Gothic homes feature fairy-tale-like exterior details — steep gables; pointed arches, windows, and doors; elaborate gingerbread trim; and porches — in addition to one-of-a-kind, highly desired interior features that imbue the homes with a wealth…