Haas’ most cherished and personal project—originally conceived as an audiovisual slideshow—is recreated here in stunning color that will delight his numerous fans as well as anyone interested in Kodachrome photography. Three decades after its completion, Haas’ most personal and least-known project is now available for the first time in this exquisitely produced book. Presented in a clean and spare design, this volume features reproductions of superb quality that allow readers to appreciate his mastery of color, light, and composition, and his ability to capture the mystery of daily life. For this collection Haas drew on images made in all phases of his career from 1952 to 1984, and, despite the title, most of these photographs are not abstract but rather clear, focused, well-exposed images of recognizable surfaces from the observable world around him: crumbling paint, graphic road markings, fabric, liquids, detritus, decay, and torn posters. David Campany’s eloquent introductory essay lays the groundwork for a deep appreciation of the slideshow which, in book form, can be savored and understood in an entirely new way.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

Publication Date: 31-03-2024

The first monograph of a rising star in the world of fashion photography and film, this dazzling volume is filled with lusciously colored images that capture Moses’ eye for beauty and talent for storytelling. The first monograph of a rising star in the world of fashion photography and film, this dazzling volume is filled with lusciously colored images that capture Moses’ eye for beauty and talent for storytelling. Gabriel Moses was only eighteen when he received his first commission—from Nike. Since then the self-taught British Nigerian photographer has been in enormous demand, with clients that range from Louis Vuitton and Burberry to Chanel and Vogue, and from stars such as Pharrell Williams, A$AP Rocky, and Skepta. Gorgeous full page reproductions capture Moses’ uniquely atmospheric vibe—marked by deep colors, rich textures—as well as his startling ease with his subject, be it music, fashion, or sports. A series of essays include a foreword by Moses, touching on his own ideology and practice; Federico Sargentone’s insightful exploration of Moses’ work; contributions and personal accounts by Matthew Williams, Ciesay, Clint, Samuel Ross and Slawn, among others; and a series of in-conversations, one with Skepta discussing the totality of life; and the second with Nick Knight exploring the depths of photography. Touching on every aspect of his work to date, including a number of previously unpublished images, this stunning and contemporary feeling monograph, designed by Hassan Rahim, dives deep into Moses’ visual language and highlights his profound connection to family, community, and the culture around it.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 208

Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm

Publication Date: 25-03-2024

Featuring the works Japan’s most celebrated neko-e artists, this gorgeous boxed set contains a volume of more than seventy exquisite accordion-fold prints and an accompanying booklet with explanatory texts. For centuries, cats have played an essential role in Japanese culture and folklore. Long before Hello Kitty, they were fetishized and revered by every strata of Japanese society, especially by artists. This volume collects dozens of prints by the greatest masters of Japanese printmaking including Hokusai, Hiroshige, Kuniyoshi, Utamaro, and Kunichika. It beautifully reflects the complex nature of the country’s attachment to felines. Cats are depicted as playful and cuddly, menacing and predatory; they are imbued with erotic meaning; and regarded as symbols of wealth and taste. They can be seen as having human qualities, yet also take on monstrous forms. Each of these prints captures its subject’s personality with meticulous detail, vibrant colors, and intricate patterns. Included in this package is a booklet featuring an introduction to and brief texts about each of the works—making this the perfect gift for cat fanciers, Japanese culture enthusiasts and lovers of woodblock prints.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 226

Dimensions: 123 x 176 mm

Publication Date: 05-03-2024

In this extraordinary collection, assembled over decades of exploring New Zealand, renowned photographer MikiNobu Komatsu invites you to cast fresh eyes on Aotearoa's buildings, streets and landmarks. His work reflects a profound understanding of the unique character that defines New Zealand architecture as his artist's eye captures the essence of the historic, the humble, the famous and the forgotten. Classic Aotearoa is more than a lovingly curated collection of photographs, it's an exploration of the soul of New Zealand's built environment. Komatsu explores unusual and fascinating angles that breathe life into the familiar and transform the overlooked into the extraordinary.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 144

Dimensions: 285 x 234 mm

Publication Date: 29-02-2024

Fresh summer air, leaves rustling at the backdrop of beautiful sunset, subtle wind caressing your skin as you quietly meditate -- if this feels anything like a perfect vacation, Mindful Places to Stay is just the book for you. Through captivating photography and easy reads, the visual pages unveil the most astonishing yoga and meditation retreats and stories behind them. Join Mindful Places to Stay in the discovery of peace and quiet in breathtaking spots scattered across the world.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 256

Dimensions: 210 x 260 mm

Publication Date: 22-03-2024

Preserving nature's wonders for future generations. UNESCO and gestalten collaborate on a book about the planet’s spectacular landscapes, allowing readers to discover, enjoy, and learn more about the planet’s natural wonders. Encompassing sites across 46 countries, UNESCO Global Geoparks feature extraordinary geology and landscapes. Featuring world-class images, the title highlights the stunning beauty of these geoparks while taking the reader on an entertaining and insightful journey that unravels the mystique behind each site. What makes it special? Why is it worth preserving? How might it look in 100 years? We impart knowledge through detailed texts that are both authoritative and digestible for the layman. Fun facts, dos and don'ts, and geotourism guides ensure the content remains agile and engaging throughout, helping lay bare the jaw-dropping scale of each bucket-list destination. This book showcases nature in its rawest, most glorious form, doing so in an aesthetically wondrous way.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 288

Dimensions: 225 x 290 mm

Publication Date: 22-03-2024

Embrace the world of innovative opportunities provided by prefabrication and modular construction, billed by many as the future of modern architecture. Step into the new era of architecture and design with Prefab and Modular, a well–curated collection of prefabricated and modular housing as well as cultural and office buildings. This book explores the unlimited possibilities of prefabricated and modular construction, looks at its various applications, and locks into how these technologies have been used throughout the history of design. Whether a design professional, a homeowner, or an architecture lover, Prefab and Modular inspires the reader to improve their practice through innovative solutions, and find a perfect house to be constructed in just a few days.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 256

Dimensions: 240 x 300 mm

Publication Date: 22-03-2024

A stunning book about the incredible biodiversity that can be found on planet earth, each spread detailing each habitat and the animals that live there. Taking readers on a journey to the hot sands of the Sahara desert, the underwater kingdom of the Great Barrier Reef, and the tropical rainforests of the Amazon, all the way to the icy expanse of the Arctic and the beautiful landscape of the Grand Canyon, Animals Everywhere tells us all about some of the fascinating animals that live there and how they are all important to their ecosystem and the world around them.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 280 x 320 mm

Publication Date: 15-03-2024

Bob Calkin was born in 1935 and grew up as Aotearoa New Zealand was entering a period of unprecedented stability and boom times. Tales from the Lucky Generation follows Bob’s rise from humble roots in working-class Whanganui to the world of law and business before a spectacular fall from grace landed him with a six-year prison sentence. Imprisonment changed Bob from an ambitious go-getter to a thoughtful, socially conscious man intent on recovering his sense of self-worth by making a positive contribution to society. His experience of the criminal justice system brought him into contact with dozens of disaffected young men and he set about studying the social causes of the wave of crime which, according to his PhD research, exploded from around 1970. Bob’s research has never been more relevant as we continue to deal with the fallout from the resulting crime and alienation. In the best traditions of meaningful autobiography, Tales from the Lucky Generation is also replete with useful and well-researched information about the changing political and economic environment that framed his life, and offers hope and advice for the future.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 152 x 229 mm

Publication Date: 08-04-2024

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.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 144

Dimensions: 170 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 05-01-2024