ARQUITECTURA Y DISEÑO

Apreciada por los viajeros por su exuberancia, su paisaje tropical y el encanto de sus gentes, la isla de Bali es uno de los lugares más espléndidos de la Tierra. Espiritualidad y naturaleza forman parte integral de la vida cotidiana de los balineses, y uno puede entender fácilmente por qué la arquitectura tradicional de la isla encierra ese aire de paz inspirado en el entorno con el que, en ocasiones, incluso llega a fundirse.

So rich and unique is traditional Japanese architecture that it’s nearly impossible to improve upon. Yet contemporary Japanese designers and architects keep finding fresh approaches to refurbish and take inspiration from the ways of old. Whether it’s a pristinely preserved traditional house or a sleek modern apartment, the best Japanese homes share a love of cleverly designed spaces and warm materials like wood, brick, and bamboo. From a thatched roof farmhouse occupied by a Zen priest to Tadao Ando’s experimental 4x4 House, from Shigeru Ban’s conceptual Shutter House to a beautiful domestic homage to bamboo, this elegant compendium traverses the multifaceted landscape of Japanese living today. Enriched by 170 brand new, unpublished photographs, this edition takes you on breathtaking journey through the Land of the Rising Sun―complete with a list of addresses, should you wish to undertake this journey to Japan’s most fascinating inns and homes yourself. An insightful glossary of key terms, such as tatami, shoji, and noren, will also help you come to grips with all elements of Japan’s unique aesthetic of Eastern minimalism.

South of the border, rich colors and woven textiles form a unique design aesthetic, crafted by the union of local Aztec and Mayan cultures and Spanish influences. Bold pigments and vivid patterns come together in simple and rustic spaces, resulting in a way of living that is both invigorating and homely; an authentic Mexican style. The dynamic writer and photographer duo Barbara and René Stoeltie have struck gold again―this time with a truly breathtaking look at Mexico’s most remarkable abodes. Traveling far and wide, from Costa Careyes to the Yucatán Peninsula, this photographic journey will surprise, delight, and inspire you. From the home of Constructivist architect Luis Barragán, a restored 16th-century hacienda, to a traditional Mayan thatched-roof dwelling, the contrast of styles within the pages of this book are testament to the country’s vibrantly diverse palette of textures and hues. With many new images, some never published before, prepare to be transported to the heart of lush and eclectic Mexico.

Visite una tierra de plazas adoquinadas, cerámica rústica y campos de lavanda, y descubra el encanto rural que sedujo a artistas de la talla de van Gogh y Picasso con esta monografía dedicada a las casas e interiores de la Provenza, ya sean espléndidos castillos o retiros campestres, a través de textos reveladores y preciosas fotografías.

By the late 19th century, trademarks began to replace traditional emblems, like coats of arms, as identifying symbols for companies. At first, logos tended to be figurative, but over time they morphed into the abstract marks that we see everywhere today. Yet many iconic brands—like Rolex, BMW, Louis Vuitton, and the New York Yankees—still use logos designed 100 years ago. Bringing together two previous volumes—Logo Beginnings and Logo Modernism—into one compendium, design expert Jens Müller (dubbed “the logo detective” by Wired magazine) has trawled historical trademark archives and design publications to unearth 1000s of logos from as far back as 1870, including many forgotten designs and early versions of today’s brand identifiers.

Los orígenes de Louis Vuitton se remontan a 1835, cuando un joven emprendedor fundó en París un pequeño taller de equipajes hechos a medida. Con el tiempo, su empresa se acabó convirtiendo en uno de los imperios más influyentes del mundo de la moda. Desde sus primeros días, Vuitton destacó por su artesanía meticulosa y su capacidad para innovar, creando productos eternos como el baúl con lona impermeable y el primer logo o monograma distintivo de una marca. Hoy, Louis Vuitton sigue siendo un símbolo de elegancia y un referente del lujo. Su legado perdura como la cúspide del estilo y la sofisticación.