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From the Publisher; Seen from the sea, Bahia's coast still resembles what the Portuguese found 500 years ago when they first arrived. The tree-lined, white sand desert beaches and warm, clear waters continue to attract more tourists every year. Bahia's regional architecture makes use of native materials, conveying a natural harmony with the local climate and nature, and is distinguished by the clear influence of the three cultures in the region (indigenous, Portuguese, and African). Bahia is one of the most interesting states in Brazil, notable for its cultural history, music, art, cuisine, and most famously, its laid-back lifestyle and... more information
Price: 29.99 USD
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From the Publisher; Extraordinary coastal living on five continents--from Iceland to Chile--showcases designs from minimalist to cozy, from ethnic to modern, all reflecting the owners' love for the deep blue. From the Author; Angelika Taschen studied art history and German literature in Heidelberg, gaining her doctorate in 1986. Working for Taschen since 1987, she has published numerous titles on architecture, photography, design, contemporary art, interiors, and travel. 300 pages, hardcover. Taschen (June 1, 2008) more information
Price: 39.99 USD
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From the Publisher; This is a special 25th Anniversary edition of the classic work Case Study Houses. It is available at a great price for a limited time! The Case Study House program (1945-66) was an exceptional, innovative event in the history of American architecture and remains to this day unique. The program, which concentrated on the Los Angeles area and oversaw the design of 36 prototype homes, sought to make available plans for modern residences that could be easily and cheaply constructed during the postwar building boom. The program's chief motivating force was Arts & Architecture editor John Entenza,... more information
Price: 69.99 USD
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From the publisher: La vida bonita Continuing its quest to seek out the world’s most unique and inspiring hotels, TASCHEN takes on South America. This diverse selection of hotels, posadas, and haciendas highlights the most exceptional destinations on the continent. Among the breathtaking paradise spots are a hotel on a Patagonian natural reserve, a hacienda perched high in the Andes mountains, an adobe hotel in the Chilean desert, a converted monastery in Peru, a hotel built entirely of salt in Bolivia’s Uyuni salt desert, and an "ecolodge" on a natural reserve in the Amazon rain forest. For the love of... more information
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From the Publisher; Your brand new home, delivered on a trailer. A Prefab is a mass produced house, constructed in a factory and assembled on site in a few days or weeks. Once regarded as a cheap, easy solution for urgent housing problems, the prefab has evolved to become a synonym for ambitious design and sophisticated detailing solutions. The amazing history of prefabricated houses started in England in the 1830's with a building kit for emigrants moving to Australia. Even today, prefabricated houses provide a high percentage of living spaces in many countries of the world. This book covers prefabs... more information
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Koln, Germany: Taschen, 2000.
Color pictorial dj.; White paper over boards; 336 pp.; Profusely illustrated with bw and color photos, many full-page Parallel text, English, German, and French; A wonderful and extensive tome covering the life and work of Leni Riefenstahl, dancer, actress, film director and producer, photographer, and diver; Editor Angelika Taschen worked closely with Riefenstahl herself to assemble this volume; Oversized, heavy more information
Price: 75.00 USD
Koln: Taschen, [1999].
Idea and photographs by Deidi von Schaewen. Texts by John Maizels. Edited by Angelika Taschen. Bound in the publisher's original blue boards with lettering on the front cover and spine in white and blue. Text is in English and German. more information
Price: 48.80 USD
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Koln: Taschen, 2010.
72 of the world's most enchanting hotels. more information
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William Stout Architectural Books
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Koln: Taschen, 2010.
A selection of some of the most beautiful and inviting spas across the world. more information
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William Stout Architectural Books
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Cologne: Taschen, 2008.
From Taschen's Icon series. more information
Price: 9.95 USD
William Stout Architectural Books
804 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
Cologne: Taschen, 2008.
From Taschen's Icons series. more information
Price: 9.95 USD
William Stout Architectural Books
804 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
Cologne: Taschen, 2008.
From Taschen's Icon series. more information
Price: 9.95 USD
William Stout Architectural Books
804 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
Koln: Taschen, 2009.
The second installment of Angelika Taschen's round-up of the world's most exceptional hotels and retreats is packed with awe-inspiring photos and tantalizing descriptions of the world's greatest getaways. While few will visit them all, this collection provides a dizzying array of exotic destinations for the armchair traveller. more information
Price: 59.95 USD
William Stout Architectural Books
804 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
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California Interiors. Diane Dorrans Saeks, edited by Angelika Taschen. This is certainly a lively, colorful and inspiring look at "California Interiors". From a getaway cabin on the coast of Mendocino to a glamorous penthouse with a view of the Golden Gate, author Diane Saeks takes us on a tour of the eclectic to the classic homes of California. More than just an interior design book, "California Interiors" is a guide book to what makes California so special. 300 plus photographs capture design built with the smallest to most lavish budget, proving once again that "good design" doesn't rely solely on... more information
Price: 39.99 USD
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From the publisher: Find your inner Zen Much more than a travel or holiday guide, Great EscapesAsia is first and foremost a paradisiacal photo album. Featuring opulentphotographs of places that seem too perfect to be real, some of which look likeJames Bond movie sets or National Geographic subjects, this book will quicklyconvince you that an Asian sojourn is crucial to your mental and physicalwellbeing. The icing on the cake is that not only do these hotels really exist,but—thanks to the pricing and contact information provided—you can succumbto their mysterious charms and book yourself a room (or houseboat, hut, or treehouse,... more information
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From the Publisher: Besides feeding pandas and making a yummy addition to many Asian dishes, bamboo is also used as a building material, both functional and decorative. Bamboo is also used to construct furniture, lending a chair or a bed a warm, earthy feeling. This unique look book captures the many uses of bamboo in houses throughout China, Japan, and Indonesia. 192 pages, paperback. Taschen (July 2006) more information
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From the publisher TASCHEN's new architecture series brings a unique perspective to world architecture, highlighting architectural trends by country. Each book features 15 to 20 architects—from the firmly established to the up-and-coming—with the focus on how they have contributed to very recent architecture in the chosen nation. Entries include contact information and short biographies in addition to copiously illustrated descriptions of the architects' or firms' most significant recent projects. Crossing the globe from country to country, this new series celebrates the richly hued architectural personality of each nation featured. Architects featured: Matali Crasset, Odile Decq, Jean-Marie Duthilleul, Edouard François, Manuelle... more information
Price: 24.99 USD
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From the publisher TASCHEN's new architecture series brings a unique perspective to world architecture, highlighting architectural trends by country. Each book features 15 to 20 architects—from the firmly established to the up-and-coming—with the focus on how they have contributed to very recent architecture in the chosen nation. Entries include contact information and short biographies in addition to copiously illustrated descriptions of the architects' or firms' most significant recent projects. Crossing the globe from country to country, this new series celebrates the richly hued architectural personality of each nation featured. Architects featured: Asymptote, Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, Boora, Diller, Scofidio + Renfro,... more information
Price: 24.99 USD
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From the publisher; Provides information on the beautiful interiors of Asia. This work features 48 locations in the following countries: Tibet, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, and Malaysia. It features a garden designed by Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa; a rice barge in Thailand constructed of golden teak; and more. 431 pages, hardcover. Taschen, (04/2007) more information
Price: 49.95 USD
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From the Publisher; Unique homes in the People's Republic Dating back more than six thousand years, China is the world's oldest civilization and most populous nation. With its remarkable history, rich culture, and diversity of ethnic groups, China is an endlessly fascinating country. Sneaking a peek at an array of different homes, from ancient to modern,Living in China brings you to places that most will never have a chance to visit. Whether it's the Bamboo Wall by Kengo Kuma, a 600-year-old round earth house in Fujian, the artsy Shanghai apartment of a celebrated but banned Chinese writer, the Hong Kong... more information
Price: 24.99 USD
