A lush, vibrant tour of the people, places, and food that make New York City's Chinatown one of the world's most celebrated neighborhoods In the mid-nineteenth century, Chinatown became the dest
Vintage Fashion is the ultimate guide to the most exemplary women's clothing from the turn of the twentieth century through the end of the 1980s. Along with a detailed, authoritative text, this gorgeo
Rachel Ashwell uses her signature style to make any event a special occasion. This beautiful, accessible book proves that entertaining need not be expensive. Making every day into an elegant extravag
Vintage Shoes: Collecting and Wearing Twentieth-Century Designer Footwear is the ultimate guide to the most exemplary women's shoes from the turn of the twentieth century through the present day. Acco
As two of the biggest names in fantasy art for 30 years, the popularity of Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell remains undimmed. In 2005, Collins Design published Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell: The Ultimate C
Lifestyles today are often defined by hectic schedules, and more and more people want a special room in their own home where they can relax and enjoy their leisure time. And with the sophisticated tec
Buddy Holly. Jimi Hendix. Janis Joplin. Kurt Cobain. Michael Jackson. Musical gods gone too soon. Truly visionaries of their time, these recording heavyweights are just a few of the names that grace
Since 1986, a legion of rock & roll stars has congregated annually for a star-studded, rollicking evening that has become one of the most celebrated events of the year and the hottest ticket in ro
Legendary publisher Bill Gaines is perhaps best remembered as the founder of MAD Magazine, but in the opinion of many dedicated comic book fans, his greatest achievement was E.C. Comics, a line of adv
Vintage T-Shirts is a phenomenal celebration of the ever-popular t-shirt, which brings together old favorites from the 1970s and 1980s. With more than 500 uncommon examples, this book documents hist
Miami Beach is the story of an extraordinary time and place, told through the prism of two founding families, the Wolfsons and the Okas. The authors' fathers were each mayors of Miami Beach, one in
An exciting collection of the latest and most visually engaging layout designs and design ideas for amateur and professional graphic designers. Organized to encourage creativity, serendipitous discov
Inspired traces the inspirations and influences behind Jamie Durie's award-winning garden and landscape designs. A personal and pictorial narrative, it features a collection of Jamie's latest garden
This comprehensive guide to creating and using digital type, both in print and for the web, is an essential reference for students and practicing designers alike. An introduction offers a brief histor
The common element of the dozens of apartments featured in this book is that they were each conceived and designed according to the client?s personal wishes and specific family and work circumstances.
The first two volumes that chronicled the unique art and design of Roger Dean were met with huge critical and popular success. Views (1975) went straight to number one on the bestseller list and went
Find out who you are and achieve what you most want in life with The Vision Board. Through the exercises and inspirational success stories included in this book, you can clarify your true vision and c
Illustration is everywhere - books, magazines, album covers, posters, advertising, clothing,television, videos,and websites - and is fundamental in today's world of visual communication. A well of gra
Pattern Factory is a colorful showcase of outstanding contemporary patterns by the world's leading artists and designers, including Takashi Murakami, Julian Opie, Keiichi Tanaami, Perks and Mini, So_M
It's undeniable: sex is everywhere: advertisements, fashion, art, film, music and television. All proliferating the "sex sells" adage. SEX DESIGN is a great looking, graphic, and entertaining book pre
Nick Knight is among the world's most influential and visionary image makers. As a fashion photographer, he has consistently challenged conventional notions of beauty and is renowned for his groundbre
Pools are no longer the exclusive domain of the wealthy.Now, with the advent of new technology and materials, imaginative architects and landscape designers can now create a variety of affordable pool
An in-depth look at state-of-the-art prefabricated and modular homes—the most popular, economical, and stylish options in housing today PreFab Now explores the best prefabricated houses on
Business Cards: The Art of Saying Hello is the ultimate business card book, bringing together the best examples of cards by and for designers and creative companies around the world.Featuring over 30
Logo Construction offers a one-of-a-kind window into the workflow of some of world?s most successful graphic designers, delivering an essential resource for working professionals and aspiring up-and-c
The Fabulous Women of Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell is a collection of the greatest fantasy women created by the two artists throughout their careers. The 100 alluring images span various media and inc
The most used color in interior design, white can open up a space, add dimension, and invoke a sense of romance, elegance, peace, and possibility. White Rooms is devoted entirely to decorating with th
From M & Ms to Post–It Notes, a charming and insightful collection of design marvels from everyday life, celebrated by the curator of the MoMA's department of architecture and design. E
Create a beautiful home When it comes to planning and decorating your home, even experienced designers sometimes get it wrong. Now, you can choose the color scheme you want and be sure of a perfect
Most homeowners would like to turn their small space into a home that looks and feels bigger, and Small Spaces: Good Ideas will help them do just that. The perfect "idea" book, it's full of photogra
The story of any great band includes walk-on parts by scores of musicians who left the scene before fame and fortune came calling. All diehard fans love to trace the connections and lineups of their f
In his short story The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, F. Scott Fitzgerald provides a humorous and touching journey that reveals what it's like to be born old and age in reverse. With art by Calef B
Based on the website www.thisaintnodisco.com, Where We Work explores how creative agencies transform lifeless commercial spaces into bastions of creativity, offering inspiring interiors and visual ins
A contemporary art expert demystifies the process of finding, appreciating, and collecting contemporary art on any budget. Contemporary art is often misunderstood as intentionally controversial, obnox
Cutting-edge architecture and design meets mouthwatering cuisine in Restaurants by Design. Featuring exciting spaces from around the world, this fascinating guide explores the collaborate efforts betw
Also published in a gorgeous, slip-cased limited edition, Bohemian Modern is now available in this beautiful hardcover edition. Through striking illustrations and stunning photographs, Bohemian Modern
Intended as a comprehensive resource for designers, creative professionals, marketers, and retailers, The Big Book of Packaging contains 384 pages of the most innovative packaging designs from around
Geared toward garage kits, character figures, subculture figures, limited editions, and extreme figures by master creators, this book satisfies the appetite of the figure aficionado with a continuous
The WISP series (short for Wonderfully Illustrated Short Pieces) represents an ingenious marriage of two creative forces: the artistry of today's foremost children's book illustrators and the literar
For years, architects have enjoyed the challenge of incorporating lightweight structures -- fabrics, tents, canopies, membranes, and so on -- into their designs.Such materials are a welcome boon to a
