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Discover the latest revolution in residential architecture the mobile home! These outstanding projects showcase some of the truly innovative ways in which architects have taken the mobile home form, and created unique, stylish, and comfortable living spaces that really can be taken anywhere. Each of featured homes all of which are less than 20m2 are accompanied by full colour photographs, architectural illustrations, and a brief description.

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The DIY paper toy phenomenon continues to grow, with artists and designers from around the world bring ever more innovative and exciting ideas to life with nothing more than simple paper. Super Cute Paper Toys not only brings together a superb selection of work from these talented designer, but also features 38 toy templates printed on high quality, 200 gsm couche paper for you create at home.

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This magnificently illustrated volume brings together a collection of innovative and original garden design projects from around the world. Whether they are small or large, in urban or rural environments, they all have one aim in common - to make the space they occupy more enjoyable to be in. The featured projects cover a wide range of design styles and garden elements - from roof gardens to decking to water features and more - and are all accompanied by superb full-colour photography, detailed illustrations, and a brief but detailed explanation of the inspiration behind the design and the choice of plants and design elements.

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Filled with superb full-colour photography and detailed architectural plans and drawings Efficient Offices brings together a range of architectural projects from across Europe - including two from the CERN facilities in France - that showcase some of the latest innovations in sustainable and efficient office design.

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Packed with superb full-colour photography, Handmade Packaging Graphics brings together some of the finest examples of hand-made/illustrated/lettered packaging designs for a wide variety of products and from around the world.

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Showcases the work from some of the world's most renowned illustrators and graphic designers - including Catalina Estrada, Paul Shin, Tado, Loulou & Tummie, Jess Wilson, Alejandro Giraldo, and Shin Tanaka - for some of the world's top brands like Adidas, Paul Smith, Coca-Cola, and Nike.

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Houses on the side of a mountain, on rocky terrain, or on cliffs by the sea - a perfect blend of contextual architecture and interior design that channels our shared desire for peace and tranquility. Whether because of their impossible location in many cases, or the irregularity of the terrain, the slope of the plots and their geological characteristics, innovative solutions are required in the planning of the structures and the building of the foundations.

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Bridging the gap between a conventional photocopier and laser printer, Risograph printing, aka Riso, is a simple yet brilliant tool for anyone interested in producing high quality prints on a shoestring budget. Regarded by many illustrators and designers as a more economical alternative to silk screen printing, the technique is growing in popularity. Environmentally friendly, quick and easy to set up, it's not hard to see the attraction of this printing technique. This book brings together the work of risograph artists from around the world, showcasing their unique artistic vison and the amazing versatility of this increasingly popular printing method. It also features a mini guide to risograph printing studios, with full contact details and a brief description of what each studio can provide for artists and designers.

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Tattoos are more than just ink on skin; they are a window into the soul of those who wear them. The New Tattoo is packed with glorious full-colour photographs that explore the amazing range and creativity of designs that can be found in today's tattoo culture, and shows how tattoo artists are influenced by art, fashion and contemporary culture from around the world.

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The works presented in this book reflect an optimistic vision of the future. The buildings present themselves in a humble and respectful manor through their systemic integration of environment. Honest in their use of material and construction, each project deploys sustainable strategies such as locally sourced woods, earth brick construction, water harvesting, passive design, native landscaping and renewable energy production. Unique in narrative, context, history and location they all share one common theme, self-awareness.

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From their big bright eyes and chubby cheeks to their childlike cuteness and adorable expressions, it's hard not to fall in love with Chibi Mangas. The origin of many of popular chibis are the result of creating a child version of adult characters from well-known anime series such as Sailor Moon, Naruto, Dragon Ball, and One Piece. Filled with super cute characters created by artists from around the world, this is the perfect guidebook to creating your own collection of sweet CHIBI manga.

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Traveling is synonymous with joy, fun, laughter, knowledge... Let yourself be carried away by the magic of illustrated maps created to show unique details of each place such as its cuisine, music and dance, traditions, architecture, sports, art... Because we believe that traveling is one of the best things we can do! More than 100 illustrated maps from all over the world.

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The acclaimed "Clown Prince of Crime," Joker. A character with a physical appearance characterised by a disfigured face, white skin, green dyed hair, and red lips. A psychopathic genius with a sadistic and twisted humour. A lover of weapons to which he always gives a comic touch; his jack-in-the-boxes and cigarette shaped explosives are a classic in his craziest plans with deadly results. Joker has had countless scriptwriters and cartoonists who have shaped his personality and appearance. Much of the fame achieved by this villain comes from the actors who have played him on the big screen. Each actor who has given life to the character has taken a different path, and each of them is remembered by the character's followers for different reasons. Without a doubt, thanks to them, the character is more popular than ever. Worthy of mention is the voice over in the animated series by the incomparable Mark Hamill, while on television he was brought to life by César Romero (1966-1968), and in the cinema by Jack Nicholson (1989), Heath Ledger (2008), Jared Leto (2016), and finally the extraordinary Joaquin Phoenix (2019). AUTHOR: Eva Minguet is a creative based in Barcelona and author of several books including the popular Women's Club, Wes Anderson Tribute, Tarantino, Stranger Things, and Twin Peaks.

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Houses without stairs or obstacles, all distributed on the same floor, lounge area, dining room, bedrooms, kitchen and service facilities. They stand out for their spaciousness in all rooms, both exterior and interior. Having a house distributed on one level is going for comfort and something that gives a special personality to the house, providing air and natural light thanks to this open design concept.

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This book explains this new direction in architecture, so that in a few decades what may now seem extraordinary will be commonplace. It is a method to build or renovate close to what may eventually be known as bioconstruction - a building system with recycled or recyclable, low-environmental impact materials, or materials that can be extracted by simple processes at a low cost. This book takes a room-by-room look at the house, from the living room to the bathroom and the garden, all trying to preserve materials so that they have a longer life. We give priority to environmental and technological measures in the design phase of a home that save water and energy.

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Creativity is a truly valuable skill, not only for artistic endeavours but for any aspect of life. This workshop is designed so that through graphic-plastic expression techniques, crafts and activities, you can stimulate and develop your inner artist, and at the same time allow children to experiment with their creative side where they can free their imagination. Based on the premise that creative thinking is perhaps one of our best resources since it generates many intellectual, emotional and affective benefits.

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A calligram is a text visually arranged in a way that it forms an image associated with the text's contents. It can be a poem, a phrase, or a single word. The image created by the words illustrates the text by expressing visually what it says, or something closely associated; it can also, on purpose, show something contradictory with the text or otherwise misleading. Superbly illustrated, Words Into Graphics provides readers with a fascinating introduction to the art of the calligram, a brief history of the form and its various styles, and an easy-to-follow tutorial for creating your very own calligram. It also brings together the work of 14 graphic artists from around the world who have used the calligram to create stunning works.

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Food Trucks are something of an institution in American culture, where they have been around for more than a century, and are now becoming a regular feature in cities across the world. These days there is a huge range of gastronomic treats available, dished up out of an incredible variety of vehicles from caravans, station wagons and vans to trucks, buses... all decorated in their own distinctive and charismatic style. This superbly illustrated volume not only takes us journey around the world to discover some of the most exciting and creative food trucks in countries including Spain, France, Brazil, the USA, and Mexico. Not only are readers introduced to the gorgeous trucks themselves, but they also learn more about the design themes behind each truck, and the mouth-watering food each pop-up serves including recipes for signature dishes!

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Impressive Advertising brings together some of the advertising industry s top creative talent, and showcases some of the most unique and innovative campaigns from around the world. From site specific advertising to poster campaigns, this is a superbly illustrated look at advertising that connects and communicates with its audience in unique and creative ways.

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Branding & Spaces Design presents different spaces - including offices, bookshops, cafes, hairdressers, jewellery shops, fashion retail stores, tea shops, and more - that all have one thing in common, their branding and interior design have been created to showcase a global image with its own personality. Filled with superb full-colour photography and brief descriptions that explore the inspiration behind the designs, these projects showcase some the most unique and innovative branding and interior design work from around the world.

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In a world that is increasingly aware of environmental challenges, architecture is presented as a powerful tool to address the preservation of the natural environment. The projects presented in this book show recent examples of the different ways in which architecture can contribute to meeting the challenge of preserving the natural environment. Through diverse strategies based on the promotion of energy efficiency, rationalisation in the use of natural resources, improvement of construction systems or respectful integration into the natural environment, this selection of projects reaffirms that architecture and sustainability are now indissoluble terms.

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The latest trend in architecture is to try to find a balance between construction and well-being, applying renewable energies and seeking low costs, without renouncing comfort. The construction of houses from containers or prefabricated modules is the basis of creative reuse architecture, which is an innovative and efficient alternative to traditional construction when choosing a home, thanks to its versatility and ability to be adapted to the space needs of each person, by expanding or reducing modules, mobility and ease of transportation to new areas, and reduced construction times. This book includes 14 selected projects, all developed at a graphic level, with images of the exterior and interior, plans, elevations, sections, construction details and a brief report specifying the most unique aspects of the project.

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Have you always wanted to try hand lettering, but aren't quite sure how to begin? You've picked up the right book! The ABCs of Hand Lettering is your trusty guide and the perfect first step to starting a wonderful new hobby. Learn the difference between serif, sans serif, script, and decorative fonts; find out how to put together letters and words; and come up with your very own hand-lettered work. Practice with the exercises to discover your most creative side! By the end of this book, you'll definitely always be creating.

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More and more people prefer the simplicity of a small mobile home to enjoy nature instead of a conventional house. It s about swapping luxury for freedom. All of the houses featured in Small Mobile Homes are built on a trailer, meaning that not only are they more of a complete home than a caravan, they can also be transported to their owners ideal location. Featuring superb full-colour photography and architectural illustrations, this is a must have resource for anyone considering creating their own, mobile slice of life.

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The magic of painting has been present throughout human history, serving as a faithful narrator and mirror of times past, reflecting society's dreams and concerns. With an infinite number of different techniques and styles, from the purest realism to symbolism, abstraction, and expressionism, painting has allowed artists to create works that will appeal to everyone. Each painting becomes a means of expression in and of itself, we live in a time in which we enjoy total creative freedom and are exposed to a large quantity of visual information. So much so that the multidisciplinary approach, the simplicity of lines, the blend of textures, and experimentation with styles and techniques are constant factors in the work of every artist.This magnificently illustrated book brings together the best works of artists from all over the world, showcasing an extraordinary breadth of talent and creativity.

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Alice was created by British mathematician, photographer, and writer Lewis Carroll, inspired by the daughter of some friends. Carroll fantasized about taking the child to a parallel-reality world which he called "Wonderland". Alice has inspired movies, songs, video games, and all kinds of books. The book is a tribute to this fanciful girl and all the friends she meets along the way, including the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, and the Mad Hatter. Each character shines in their own right and reveals its unique personality in each encounter with Alice. Twenty-eight illustrators offer us a personal version of each character, revealing something more of their art and aesthetic. Have a happy, creative journey to wonderland!

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Discover the art and practicalities of sustainable architecture and bio-construction. Living near a green or natural area is a significant benefit to promoting good mental health. Green spaces are thought to lower stress levels, reduce depression and anxiety and improve general well-being. Throughout this book, you will understand how good architecture is considered to be that which blends in perfectly with the surrounding area. Nature can be integrated into architecture indirectly with environmentally friendly elements. For example, there is the option of constructing buildings with vertical gardens that integrate this green habitat into the structure itself, whether it is a façade, roof, etc. and of including natural elements inside the building. When architecture is in tune with the location, it seeks to respect the landscape, limiting the footprint of its intervention, camouflaging its presence or building with local materials. Topics include: . Blending architecture with landscapes . Respecting the land . Producing controlled environments . Details on unfolded axonometric . Inspirations from baroque and mysticism . Incorporating multi-sensual experiences Indeed, today's buildings and cities endeavour to appreciate their surroundings, uniting the environment with architecture. This union sometimes goes beyond admiring the natural beauty surrounding them; the intention is to establish a dialogue and consider the space as just another architectural element. This practice seeks to transform the mechanisms of conventional architecture using materials focused on sustainability. AUTHOR: Anna Minguet is a creative based in Barcelona. She helps with the production department of Monsa Publishing House, preparing layouts and organizing the editorial schedule.

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Off-Grid House Plans has more than 250 floor plans, sections, sketches, and elevations, as well as all the construction details in all projects. An Off-Grid system allows you to live without using a utility company, generating your own energy. A well designed system also has numerous environmental advantages, that help you to reduce your carbon footprint, providing cleaner, more sustainable energy. In the long-term it is financially viable, and also teaches us how to consume energy responsibly. These off-grid homes, which run on solar, wind, or hydro power, are just a few examples of how people are leaving the city behind for a life in the country in contact with nature. AUTHOR: Anna Minguet is a creative based in Barcelona.

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Modular Tiny Apartment Plans has more than 150 floor plans, sections, sketches and elevations, as well as all the construction details for a total of 30 projects. The new urban housing projects usually have a lower number of square feet than a few years ago, and also seeks to reduce costs and optimize the available space. Normally the tendency is to unify the dining, living room and kitchen in the same environment, and the elimination of internal partitions to give spaciousness and allow more natural light.

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Eco House Plans contains more than 300 floor and elevations plans, as well as constructive details of 36 ecological architecture projects. The specific criteria for a project, location, setting, type, morphology and orientation generate protection from the main climatic factors: sun, wind, and heat. These concepts determine the potential of the site for passive bioclimatic building control, and thus optimally used renewable energy sources such as solar radiation, wind, water or vegetation.

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The loft, a quintessentially urban form, is an ideal way to convert a home into a unique space that reflects its owner's personality. This book emphasises how easy these projects can be, and how well they can approximate the enormous lofts of London and Manhattan by way of careful design.

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New Town House brings together a collection of some of the more interesting and creative town house projects which have been recently constructed. The focus on recently completed projects allows for an analysis of the challenges of integrating new buildings in existing residential areas. All of the featured projects share one main characteristic their ability to make the most out of limited spaces in creative ways. Within the basic typology of a flat building between parallel walls, a world of possibilities is opened up: spaces full of light, endless staircases, curtain walls, facades which spread completely out to the street or enclose mysterious gardens and interior patios.

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Global responsibility and commitment to the environment means the pressure is on to seek environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions to combat the mounting problem of consumer waste. The importance of recyclable packaging is clearly recognised by all market sectors; either because the product itself is natural and eco-friendly or manufacturers wish to draw attention to the essence of the product, demonstrating commitment to environmental protection through company products. Green Packaging Solutions showcases some of the finest examples of packing designs that combines brand identity and innovative style with environmentally friendly and sustainable materials and production.

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In an age where technology is a basic work tool for almost everyone, it sometimes seems incredible that there are still artists and designers creating works of art purely by hand that can stop us in our tracks. Handmade Graphics presents readers with a glorious full-colour celebration of the work of some of the finest artists, illustrators, and designers from around the world who create handmade works of art. From drawing and paintings to 3D graphics with unusual materials, fantastic paper or collage creations, readers will find a wide range of handmade projects that show the only limitations to art is imagination.

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This superbly illustrated volume brings together the work of some the world's best manga illustrators, showcasing their exceptional talent across a diverse range of manga styles - such as Chibi, Kodomo, Shojo, Seinen, and more. The work of each artist is accompanied by a brief biography in which they reveal their inspirations, the challenges they face when creating work, and the processes and materials they use.

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This book is not a decoration handbook and does not address so-called good or bad taste when it comes to interior design, neither does it seek to deliver a lecture on the latest trends. This book invites the reader to see their home with fresh eyes. It also invites them to carry out an exercise in introspection, to understand how they want to live and what they want from their home. In these pages you will find side-by-side the advice of Marie Kondo and the teachings of Hideko Yamashita through Danshari (a Japanese approach to tidying up).

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The art of lettering enjoys a high level of popularity due to the possibilities, uses, and techniques that gives artists the opportunity to experience, play, and enjoy while you create. There are more people now than ever who understand its potential and are dedicated to making "letters" full of beauty and individual style. Following the hand of authentic masters from around the world, newcomers can learn techniques, tips, and tricks from each artist.

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In the ingenious projects presented in this book, planners make creative use of construction techniques, often artisanal, to create flexible-use living environments that optimize the use of space. Some recurring elements in this type of planning are enclosures that integrate and conceal furnishings, new lofts that take advantage of underutilised interior height, furniture that can be moved to differentiate areas, and independent volumes that focus functional areas.

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In architectural terms, rehabilitation is all about breathing new life into an old building using modern materials and designs that both compliment and updated the existing features. This superbly illustrated volume, featuring full-colour photography and detailed architectural plans, brings together a number of "rehabilitation" projects that have successfully overcome the challenges of re-purposing old buildings for a modern setting.

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Over the last few years, illustration has become ever more popular and critically regarded as an art. Cool Illustration provides a superb showcase for the work of illustrators - both well known and up-and-coming - from all over the world, working in a range of styles. The work of each artist is accompanied by a short biography that explores the inspiration, ideas, and influences behind their work and their distinctive style

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Due to unprecedented population growth in cities around the world, together with the rising house prices, and lack of space, apartments now represent an indispensable form of housing. With the help of some interior design know-how you can transform apartments into unique habitable living space, combining contemporary looks with practical designs for day to day living. Interiors for Singles showcases a wide variety of design solutions, all adaptable to various typologies of accommodation - from tiny studios to spacious loft.

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Sweet & Bizarre is a way of describing works of art from the Lowbrow movement, otherwise known as Pop Surrealism. The Lowbrow movement arose in 1979, led by artist Robert Williams after various art analysts struggled with categorizing his works. Many artists are now associated with this concept, including Mark Ryden, Nicoletta Ceccoli, Gary Baseman, Takashi Murakami, Xue Wang, Sara Sanz, and others. In the following pages you will find fantastic works that will make you feel something sweet and bizarre at the same time, artists like Kazuhiro Hori, Xue Wang, Nicoletta Ceccoli, Marion Peck, Brandi Milne, and Dilka Bear. Each artist tells us about their trajectory and their more personal styles.

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Townhouses are some of the most interesting creations of modern urban architecture. This selection of newly designed townhouses includes unconventional architectural concepts in terms of imaginative use of space and creative ways of capturing natural light.

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Skateboarding, as we know it today, originated in California during the 1960s. The first boards were simple designs made by attaching roller skate wheels to planks and crates. By the 1980s, skateboarding had reached all corners of the USA and was becoming popular with people all over the world. Today, skateboarding is a global phenomenon with an estimated annual revenue of more than $5 billion, and is set to be represented at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Skate, Surf & Art brings together the work of 44 artists from around the world, displaying the evolution of the skateboard with a whole range of designs colours and shapes. AUTHOR: Carolina Amell is a graphic designer who specialises in nonfiction book illustrations. She has illustrated more than twenty books.

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The idea of an environmentally respectful house is appealing to more and more people. In the last decade, architects from all over the world have been especially interested in the possibilities of an innovative home in a natural environment, with ecological solutions and a low impact on the environment. There is a great variety of this style of architecture both in terms of its use and in geographic location. This book serves as inspiration and progress for the world of architecture and the new generation.

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Urban Jungle aims to be your own knowledge book to create a green space in your home. By being more aware of the needs of your plants, you can take better control of watering, sunlighting and times to fertilise, helping them to grow healthy. This journal includes descriptions of indoor and outdoor plants, data and tips. You can organise all the information and resources comfortably on these pages, creating your own top 10 with your favourite plants. This book will become your own scrapbook, photo album and journal, allowing you to connect even more with your plants, and immortalise your daily interaction with them. AUTHOR: Eva Minguet is a creative based in Barcelona and author of several books including the popular Women's Club, Wes Anderson Tribute, Tarantino, Stranger Things, and Twin Peaks.

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Kindergarten & School Plans has more than 140 floor plans, sections, sketches and elevations, as well as all the construction details for a total of 22 projects. The structures whose designs are included in this publication share the same function: education. Today more than ever, the function of these buildings is decisive in helping the well-being and development of students. These structures remind us of both the importance of the service they provide to society, and the need for them to accomplish their purpose in the best possible way. There is no greater evolution than adapting to the new times that we are living.

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