To maintain good physical and mental health, it's necessary to take good care of our body. We need to sleep well, eat properly, and exercise consistently. There are many emotions present in our daily life: stress, anxiety, anguish, worry, dissatisfaction, nerves, among others. Knowing how to deal with all these feelings is essential for good health. When we practice physical sports, our body releases endorphins, also known as the "happiness hormones," a natural substance produced by the brain during and after physical activity. Incorporating sports with healthy eating habits ensures that we get the nutrients, vitamins and minerals essential for our body and mind to develop properly. Plants and fruit provide us with a wide range of natural therapies, antidepressants, and anti-inflammatories, to improve digestion or achieve a more relaxing and healing sleep... Here are some suggestions on how to use and incorporate natural remedies for better health, organised according to their use.

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Pages: 49.99

Dimensions: 230 x 170 mm

Publication Date: 30-11-2021

Rammed earth construction is an ancient technique used worldwide for centuries. Today, it has been revitalized as a sustainable, cost-effective building solution for the 21st century. In this book, architects present their projects through plans and photographs, allowing readers to explore how they have used this method to create aesthetically pleasing, sustainable structures that seamlessly integrate into the natural landscape.

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Pages: 144

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Publication Date: 05-01-2024

Biophilic architecture integrates nature into spaces and buildings to improve people’s health and well-being. It is based on the idea that humans are innately connected with nature and that exposure to natural elements, such as sunlight, water, and plants, can positively impact our physical and mental health and, thus, our social well-being. Biophilic architecture can be applied in various environments, from office buildings to homes and public spaces. Some common characteristics of biophilic architecture include the incorporation of natural light and ventilation, the presence of green areas, and the use of natural materials such as wood and stone. In addition to improving health and providing comfort, biophilic architecture also has environmental benefits by reducing the carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices.

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Pages: 144

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Publication Date: 05-01-2024

This book explores the fascinating and eminently necessary world of narrow dwellings worldwide. A careful selection of international projects shows how architects and designers have faced the challenge of creating functional and aesthetically pleasing homes in limited spaces. Each project includes high-quality photographs, plans, and detailed descriptions that enable the reader to understand the design decisions and practical considerations behind each home. In addition, the advantages of this type of building, such as energy efficiency and adaptability to different environments and needs, are discussed.

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Publication Date: 05-01-2024

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.

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Pages: 144

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Publication Date: 05-01-2024

Small shelters have been growing in popularity over the last decade, quickly becoming not only in the best getaways to find some peace and quiet, but in a perfect example of the New Ecological Architecture, respectful with the environment, capable of making efficient and intelligent constructions, and becoming part of the surroundings in which they are built.

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Pages: 144

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Publication Date: 01-06-2020

The multiple signals coming from all corners of the planet, represents a new warning for the awareness of the need to promote global policies that protect the environment in all areas. In this sense, the responsibility of architecture with society acquires a special protagonism. The projects presented in this book, coming from nineteen countries on four continents, illustrate the multiple possible approaches that architecture uses around the world in search of sustainable and environmental preservation strategies and their application in the design and construction of single-family homes.

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Pages: 144

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Publication Date: 01-07-2022

Whether adventure, comedy, action or fantasy, the films of the 80s (late 70s and early 90s included) are simply magical. It doesn’t matter if some have aged better than others, films like The Goonies, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, Rocky, etc. were created not only for financial gain, but also with tremendous passion, conveying a mystique that is difficult to describe, and which only those who lived through that period can fully appreciate. When We Were Young does not include all of them (that would be impossible), but it does offer a carefully chosen and representative selection. And if you were terrified by the Gremlins, if you learned from Mr. Miyagi, if you cried when little Elliot said goodbye to E.T. or when Thelma & Louise started flying in their convertible, we invite you to embark on this nostalgic tour of superb illustrations and alternative posters by world-class artists, accompanied by curiosities and legendary quotes from the best movies of a wonderful era.

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Dimensions: 170 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 01-06-2020

Creativity is a truly valuable skill, not only for artistic endeavors 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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Pages: 144

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Publication Date: 01-07-2022

The making of architectural projects made partly or totally from recycled freight containers is getting more and more common, and added to this, the need for a more sustainable construction is also becoming increasingly necessary. Lots of architects and designers have reinvented the prefabricated house with new materials and construction techniques, which are easy to transport, some even able to be built in a single day in surprising locations. This book includes 16 selected projects, all developed with graphics, exterior and interior images, plans, elevations, sections, construction details and other useful specifications.

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Pages: 144

Dimensions: 170 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 01-06-2020