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Скачать книгу (размер 1 299 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 256) Аннотация: »Heavenly Fragrance» introduces the art of using Asia's most aromatic cooking ingredients to prepare food with wonderful fragrances to excite both the palate and sense of smell. Since over three quarters of what we taste in fact comes from smell, the aromas produced by our food are vitally important to the enjoyment that comes from eating. Inspired by fond memories of fragrant cooking since her…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 381 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 272) Аннотация: Shunju: New Japanese Cuisine takes you on a tour of the restaurants and philosophy at the forefront of Japan's cooking revolution. Just as Alice Waters changed the way Americans thought about food, Takashi Sugimoto has revolutionized the act of dining in Japan.

Скачать книгу (размер 2 605 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 512) Аннотация: With over 800 recipes from 16 countries, Charmaine Solomon's The Complete Asian Cookbook is the perfect introduction to the food of Asia. Charmaine Solomon has tried and tested every recipe, ensuring that they are simple to prepare and that every ingredient and every preparation step are explained in easy-to-follow terms. This classic cookbook, in print for 30 years, ventures into culinary areas…

Скачать книгу (размер 646 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 128) Аннотация: Keiko's Ikebana offers an introduction to this international art form that is both practical and contemporary. Keiko's unique approach combines traditional techniques with modern tastes, incorporating influences ranging from sculpture to today's Western styles. The result is a one-of-a-kind look that is authentic, easy to create and attractive. The book includes easy-to-follow instructions for…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: The spectacular transformation of China in the last decade is symbolized by its architecture. The booming cities of China are evolving at a speed which is hard to comprehend, and their skylines have seen a profusion of new architectural styles. An economic metamorphosis and an invasion of Western culture have created a dynamic environment for architecture and construction, both at the public and…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 299 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 256) Аннотация: Ultimate Spa is the definitive guide to the best spas in Asia. Highlighting spas in India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Thailand, Bali, Malaysia, Taiwan and the Philippines, this book is both a showcase of the region's best spas and a comprehensive guide to their offerings. The first half of the book introduces the top spas in the region, giving useful tips regarding the facilities and different types of…

Скачать книгу (размер 646 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 128) Аннотация: Contemporary Asian Living Rooms takes you into 50 of Southeast Asia's most inspiring homes and hotels. Dozens of beautiful interiors, displayed in more than 150 full-color photographs, provide the most up-to-date design ideas. Created by some of the leading talents in contemporary Asian design today, these interiors feature creative shapes, contours, materials, and new ways of working with the…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: The Complete Book of Sushi is the definitive collection of traditional, contemporary and innovative recipes for lovers of this Japanese cuisine. Fresh and delicious, sushi is one of the healthiest foods you can eat, as it's low in fat and high in essential vitamins and minerals. Aesthetically pleasing, sushi is also surprisingly simple to make. This practical book will show you how to create…

Скачать книгу (размер 646 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 128) Аннотация: Contemporary Asian Pools and Gardens showcases the continent's most spectacular modern gardens and water features. Private swimming pools and gardens have increasingly become an integral part of modern living spaces and you don't necessarily have to live in a house to have one. This book in the Contemporary Asian Designs series includes special chapters on walkways, lighting, fences, gates and…

Скачать книгу (размер 646 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 128) Аннотация: Japanese gardens have long been admired for their capacity to improve on nature through impeccable design, detail and composition, properties that elevate them from mere gardens to sacred spaces. Infinite Spaces is a remarkable reflection of the Japanese garden, drawing on extracts from the Sakuteiki — an eleventh-century text that distills centuries of garden design — and pairing them with…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: Japanese residential design has evolved as a distinctive response to social, political, and climatic pressures-along with the powerful individual ideas of its architects. Japan Houses presents 28 of the country's finest contemporary houses. Each house is beautifully captured through breathtaking photographs, showcasing the creativity of Japan's leading architects and designers and their…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 136 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 224) Аннотация: Enter the world of the stylish Japanese house, where every object in sight is a work of art. Japan Style introduces 20 special residences. With more than 200 color photographs, this book showcases the stunning beauty of old homes, and reveals how they are cared for by their owners. Traditional Japanese homes, with superbly crafted fine wood, great workmanship and seasonal interior arrangements,…

Скачать книгу (размер 891 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 176) Аннотация: The lavish photos of inns and hot springs collected in this book will provide homeowners with a wealth of inspiration. With more than 250 color photographs, this is essential for anyone interested in luxury Japan. Each chapter discusses an extravagant inn, its local history, and its cultural traditions. Each of the properties has been handpicked by the author for their strong design aesthetic.…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 131 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 223) Аннотация: Japan has always intrigued the world with its deceptively simple blending of architecture, landscape and design. Zen temples, the famous tea ceremony, formal gardens, the use of wood, paper and other materials in the form of screens and floors all have evolved over the years to create a varied, yet indisputably unique style. Of the 40 homes profiled in this book, each home represents in its own…

Скачать книгу (размер 646 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 128) Аннотация: As the designs in this book show, Asia's most successful decorators have worked wonders with bathrooms. Here you'll find artfully arranged tubs and basins, shower curtains adjusted just so for perfect coloring, and glass panels placed at intriguing geometric angles. These brilliant strategies prove that astute decorators consider the bathroom as important as any other room. Shot entirely on…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 217 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 240) Аннотация: The exotic textiles of Java have intrigued the outside world for the past 150 years. Batik, the legendary fiber art of painting and dyeing fabrics using a waxing process, has been influenced by cultures as diverse as the Chinese, Indians, Arabs, Portuguese, Dutch, and English. Like no other book before it, Batik takes the reader on a spellbinding tour of Java, revealing batik's history, motifs,…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 013 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 200) Аннотация: This book presents the essential concepts that garden designers have employed through the centuries and the knowledge necessary to create these living sculptures, these sacred spaces, these ethereal and graceful gardens of Japan

Скачать книгу (размер 891 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 176) Аннотация: Over the last twenty years, the massive growth of the interior design industry has been revolutionising restaurants in Japan. Contemporary Japanese Restaurant Design features restaurants and bars which exemplify the best of current trends. The book includes 200 full-colour photographs, brilliant floor plans, and informative descriptions, giving the reader a vigorous look at, and insight into,…

Скачать книгу (размер 1 054 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 208) Аннотация: More than ever before, interior design is a global affair. And more than ever, Westerners are eager to try out elements of Asian design. This book is the ultimate resource for professional and amateur designers seeking to recreate the mysterious elegance, balance, and beauty of Asian design. Through the magic of Masano Kawana's beautiful full-color photography, New Asian Style explores more than…

Скачать книгу (размер 973 Kb , формат fb2, страниц 192) Аннотация: Samurai: An Illustrated History brings the violent, tumultuous, and, at the same time, elegant world of the medieval Japanese samurai to life. With a general introduction that examines the origins of the samurai and their rise to power, Samurai presents a chronological coverage of samurai history detailing the main battles, personnel, and general themes. Additional chapters are studies of samurai…