The story of the creation of an extraordinary garden that has been painstakingly and lovingly brought to life over the past ten years by the Pollards, who prefer to garden au natural. It will appeal
In celebration of the tenth anniversary of the founding of New Architecture, Andreas and Alexandra Papadakis are reissuing a selection of the most interesting essays by some of the world's leading arc
Leon Krier, theorist and reformer of modern traditional architecture and urbanism, reveals in this layman's manifesto why, in matters of democracy, architecture is far behind politics. The fact that m
The story behind one of the most significant technological wonders of the modern world that may change our understanding of matter and how the universe began.
This book describes and illustrates the grandeur and the fascinating natural history of the giant silkmoths and the manner in which they protect themselves.
Lavishly illustrated by world-renowned food photographer Jean Cazals, TeaTime presents the most exciting and original afternoon teas in London and includes over 30 delicious recipes.
Presented in both words and photographs is the beautiful traditional hay meadows that play an important part in our cultural heritage, and an exploration of the fascinating interactions between the pr
An approach to migration from an architectural angle through design, research and conversations by influential architects, curators, artists, sociologists, musicians etc about how migration has inspir
This collection of photographs on safari life in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa is an unforgettable record of Africa in all its untamed beauty and raw motion. From the br
-Beautiful, eye-catching and thought-provoking content, addressing current critical issues of climate change -Both authors are highly acclaimed and recognized in their field "Wide-ranging and extremel
The exotic forms and luscious colors of the plant world and the way in which they infiltrate every aspect of our lives have been a source of inspiration for Rob Kesseler throughout his artistic career
In this unique collaboration between CERN and renowned paper engineer Anton Radevsky, 7000 tonnes of metal, glass, plastic, cables and computer chips leap from the page in miniature pop-up, to tell th
On The Edge is the work of environmentalist and photographer, J Henry Fair, who brings our attention to the tragic effects created by the human impact on our planet. Each of Fair s striking aerial ima
It is what architects have in common rather than what separates them that is at the root of their legendary quarrels. Architectural identities are shaped by imitating preferred architectural forms and
Sources of architectural inspiration from around the world. In this fascinating 'un-guide book' Quintin Lake uses visual comparisons drawn from his extensive travels in more than 60 countries. From me
From a totally fresh perspective, with unique access to some of the remotest regions and species living beyond the confines of captivity, this book is a contemporary photographic record that takes you
A title, in which, 7000 tonnes of metal, glass, plastic, cables and computer chips leap from the page in miniature pop-up, to tell the story of CERN's quest to understand the birth of the universe.
Botanist Madeline Harley pairs clear, informative descriptions with exquisite photographs to provide unsurpassed coverage of almost 200 British weedy species. Now, for the first time, enthusiasts and
A commemorative volume of personal and professional reflections from the first ten Driehaus Prize laureates, including a foreword by Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Paul Goldberger.
From cars made of carrot to tea-smuggling spies; Popeye's spinach to the hallucinogenic effects of lettuce, the author takes us on a journey though history's most fascinating plants, flowers, vegetabl
India has one of the highest human populations on earth. Despite this population density, its enormous landmass plays host to a huge diversity of wildlife. Of the world s 37 known species of wild cats
David Ligare's paintings of figures, landscapes, architectural subjects and still lifes are permeated by the lessons of antiquity. These exquisitely executed works of art are also decidedly contempora
See butterflies with new eyes through Philip Howse's fascinating text and superb imagery. Understand the colours and designs on their wings, and the varied and fascinating strategies of behaviour, mim
Many modern artists and architects continue to imagine and build the world technologically. This book examines this process in modern art from the beginning of the 20th century where the sense of art
The dormouse is portrayed as a rare animal with specialised food requirements found only in large ancient woodlands. However research states that dormice are not specialist animals restricted to speci
People have always marvelled at the colours, patterns and designs on the wings of butterflies and moths, but there has been little attempt to recognise any significance in them. This book explains how
Rarely has a subject been served by a book of this stature. Five years in the making, it covers all aspects of Art Nouveau in France in 624 authoritative pages and 740 illustrations. Arwas traces the
A collaboration between an artist and two botanists, this book tells the story of how flowers disseminate their pollen and how the pollinated flower turns into a fruit beginning a whole new chapter in
Seeds, the most complex organs produced by plants, ensure the biodiversity of our planet. In this book, the evolution of their highly sophisticated structures from prehistoric times onwards makes fasc
Earth is a green planet and its plants are the basis for all life. From the smallest moss to the tallest giant redwood, the swathe of bluebells in a spring woodland to the colours of a New England fal
