Design

Timed to coincide with a major exhibition, this volume revisits the years during which celebrated designer Martin Margiela achieved the status as one of the most important designers at work today. One of the Antwerp group of six who changed the face of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780878468973Author Kendall BrownFormat PaperbackPage Count 232Imprint Museum of Fine Arts,BostonPublisher Museum of Fine Arts,Boston

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9782080282972Author Fabienne ReybaudFormat HardbackPage Count 360Imprint FlammarionPublisher Editions FlammarionWeight(grams) 2060g

Synonymous with high-octane glamour, opulent sexuality, and fearless fashion, Tom Ford is an iconic designer whose namesake label has devout followers across the globe, from Milan and New Delhi to Shanghai and New York. Seventeen years after his...

Modern Dried Flowers is a contemporary guide to the sustainable art of preserving and styling stems. Versatile, chic, environmentally mindful, affordable and low maintenance - there are many reasons to love dried flowers. Whether for weddings and...

A stunning, pocket-sized visual history of the world's most famous watch brand.Discover the story of Rolex, from its beginnings in 1905 to its current position as the most famous watch brand in the world. Packed with photographs and information covering...

A behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary and meticulous design of graphic objects for film sets Although graphic props such as invitations, letters, tickets, and packaging are rarely seen close-up by a cinema audience, they are designed in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781786272317Author Karolyn KiiselFormat PaperbackPage Count 368Imprint Laurence King PublishingPublisher Laurence King Publishing

Design has become the key link between users and today's complex and rapidly evolving digital experiences, and designers are starting to be included in strategic conversations about the products and services that enterprises ultimately deliver. This has...

Megan Hess: The Bag is an illustrated love story about the most timeless and useful of accessories, from internationally renowned fashion illustrator Megan Hess. A piece of fashion is so much more than an object. To the designer who creates it, the muse...

Polishing and finishing is a highly skilled specialist craft; a professional finish will transform a piece of jewellery or silver into a work of art. Written by a leading polisher, this practical book explains the traditional techniques and shares the...

Find inspiration in decorative country living with Country Brocante Style. Lucy Haywood is the creator of The Country Brocantes - home and lifestyle fairs held in idyllic rural surroundings. In Country Brocante Style, she introduces her pretty and...

Revised edition: 20 additional methods, three new case studies and a new chapter to introduce life-centred design. This book introduces the reader to the changing role of design as a way of thinking and a framework for solving complex problems and...

The best things in life may not always be free, but they are often delightful to look at! Rather than be taken for granted, these feel-good goods deserve their time in the spotlight not only for the roles that they play, but also for the visual and...

The original, authentic and bestselling guide to modern calligraphy from Chiara Perano, founder of the pioneering and unparalleled calligraphy studio Lamplighter London. Play with type, get creative with letterforms and fall in love with handwriting...

Developed out of the aesthetic philosophy of cha-no-yu (the tea ceremony) in fifteenth-century Japan, wabi sabi is an aesthetic that finds beauty in things imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete.Taken from the Japanese words wabi, which translates to...

A practical and comprehensive guide to the breadth of enamel techniques. Enamelling, the fusion of glass on metal, is a fascinating process and a happy marriage of two distinct materials. The varied range of methods in which enamel can be applied to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780307957061Author Hamish BowlesFormat HardbackPage Count 374Imprint Three Rivers PressPublisher Three Rivers PressWeight(grams) 2772g

Moquette is the carpet-like fabric covering the seats we sit on in London's Tubes, buses, trams and Overground trains - and here is a brilliantly colourful guide to all its patterns. London Transport has always wanted the best design, be it Charles...

The most iconic planes of WWII, the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, DeHavilland Mosquito and the Avro Lancaster, were all powered by one engine, the Rolls-Royce Merlin. The story of the Merlin is one of British ingenuity at its height, of...

'Chris Beetles' book is a joy, an inspiration and as thorough a document into understanding the life and times of Louis Wain as one could hope to read' - Benedict Cumberbatch'Louis Wain invented a cat style, a cat society, a whole cat world'. Broadcast...

This fun introduction to design opens the world of style to budding fashionistas! Bestselling art instructor Chris Hart not only gives step-by-step instructions on drawing figures from many points of view and in varying poses, he explains the tricks of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781780679761Author Paul McNeilFormat HardbackPage Count 672Imprint Laurence King PublishingPublisher Laurence King PublishingWeight(grams) 3450g

We are bombarded by perfect interiors, images that aren't attainable because they have been styled to the point where they bear no resemblance to reality. These interiors may be stunning, but they aren't an honest reflection of how we really live. ...

*THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*For the first time in seven years, Allie Brosh, the creator of the immensely popular blog 'Hyperbole and a Half' and #1 New York Times bestselling author, returns with her new collection. Solutions and Other Problems...

The fourth book in the fabulous festive beading series brings even more seasonal beaded projects to decorate your home. There are thirteen chapters of seasonal designs with hundreds of photographs and fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for...

The Design Thinking Life Playbook is for anyone who wants to have a fulfilling and joyful future. It s for all those who want to initiate change through self-empowerment and have the courage to think, act, and take advantage of their opportunities...

Target success in OCR A-level Design and Technology: Product Design with this proven formula for effective, structured revision; key content coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide that students can rely...

'A woman can carry a bag, but it is the shoe that carries the woman' - Christian LouboutinAmong designers of luxury shoes, there is one whose designs are instantly recognizable: Christian Louboutin. His iconic red soles can be seen everywhere from the...

'Packed end to end with ways to see the world in new ways' Mike Krieger, cofounder, Instagram 'Designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection and make our lives better' Gretchen Rubin'Navigate today's world with agility, resilience...

Part design history, part trip down musical memory lane, this anthology of jazz album artwork is above all a treasure trove of creative and cultural inspiration. Spanning half a century, it assembles the most daring and dynamic jazz cover designs that...

This beautifully illustrated volume provides an in-depth look at horology: the scientific study of time and timekeeping. Horology is a thorough introduction to the world of time and watchmaking. Brimming with more than 150 detailed and full-color...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780993540011Author Radim MalinicFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Brand Nu LimitedPublisher Brand Nu LimitedDimensions(mm) 210mm * 150mm * 20mm

This fashion illustration anthology brings together the work of fifty contemporary artists, fashion designers and fashion illustrators. The book includes works by major figures in the industry such as Bil Donovan, Aurore de la Morinerie, Piet Paris,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9783721210064Author Armin HofmannFormat HardbackPage Count 200Imprint Niggli VerlagPublisher Niggli VerlagWeight(grams) 900g

The Tower of London has over two million visitors a year, with the Crown Jewels as its centrepiece. This paperback edition of the official illustrated history of the Crown Jewels, the most famous jewelry collection in the world, incorporates spectacular...

To develop a successful jewellery line, designers have to be more than just creative artists - they have to understand the ins and outs of running a craft business. Emilie Shapiro's detailed guide explores the many facets of creating a quality handmade...

This is an essential beginner's guide to classic alphabets, with over 40 projects and 400 photographs and artworks. It helps you how to master the art of calligraphy, from simple letters in black ink to illuminated lettering in gold leaf. It features all...

***Waterstones Book of the Year 2015***From an award-winning designer comes an original fable about need and lossOnce there was a Fox who lived in a deep, dense forest. For as long as Fox could remember, his only friend had been Star, who lit the forest...

Outdoor life has always been a big part of knitting designer Linka Neuman's life, and she is dedicated to knit sweaters that not only look great, but also withstand rough weather. Linka is inspired by people who live a little differently and venture...