Paris: the city of love, the city of light - the city everyone thinks they know from movies and books. But there's more to this vigorous new-old metropolis than Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower. Along its winding streets and hidden in picturesque views along the Seine, there's so much more to do and discover, to taste and see, than what you imagine. The Monocle team is your guide as you explore the nouvelle cuisine in the city's up and coming restaurants that are revitalizing classic dining. Step off the beaten path and into galleries showcasing works that will inspire future art world trends. Escape the crowds and the tourists in laidback local bars and classy clubs. And then bundle up in designer goods from the best unknown boutiques as you stroll through history and romance. Paris is a wonderland. This is your ticket.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 148

Dimensions: 140 x 210 mm

Publication Date: 11-04-2016

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. Building on the basic concept that with containers we can create any type of building, we have divided this book in two chapters: equipments for public use and single family homes. Within these two categories, we show a selection of the last creations of architecture studios from all over the world.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 144

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 30-04-2016

Iit seems incredible that in the times we live in, where technology is a basic work tool for everybody, there are artists who manage to make us drop our jaws with their handmade works. From drawing and paintings to 3D graphics with unusual materials, fantastic paper or collage creations..., you will find a wide range of handmade projects that demonstrate that there are no limitations, that it is the moment to reinvent the traditional methods.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 192

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 30-04-2016

This book presents different spaces, offices, bookshops/cafes, hairdressers, jewellery shops, fashion retail stores, tea shops, etc ... In all of them, we can see that their branding and interior design generate a global image with its own personality, which attracts and foster loyalty in the customer who looks for new experiences more special and intimate. These are spaces that show us the spirit and soul of these small businesses which through their visual image, surprise us with more innovative and creative experiences.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 192

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 20-05-2016

Filled with projects by dozens of furniture designers from around the globe, Furniture Design Now is the perfect resource for designers and other creatives searching for inspiration in interior design, set design, or just simply looking to let their imaginations run wild. It features pieces ranging from the whimsical to the ultra-modern, from utilitarian to abstract, all demonstrating an incredible variety of building materials such as steel, wood, fur, glass, plastic, and even cardboard. Its contents include armchairs and sofas, bookshelves, tables, lamps, beds, and kitchen and bathroom appointments, as well as design sketches and blueprints, making Furniture Design Now an exhaustive and stimulating reference for anyone interested in this field of design.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 282

Dimensions: 247 x 292 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2016

An endless source of visual stimulation for designers, the natural world encompasses all possibilities from the ubiquitous to the improbable. Organic Design features designs that have made use of this plethora of opportunities to craft highly unique products that show their inspiration while retaining each designer’s distinct vision. Divided into three sections, Form, Texture and Function, this book reflects the incredible variety of industrial output. From hanging lights reminiscent of fireflies and flower bulbs, to honeycomb stools and bird’s beak tongs. Includes illustrations from the designer’s own sketchbooks as well as process photography documenting the act of creation.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 304

Dimensions: 210 x 247 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2016

This beautifully illustrated book provides an inspirational and practical introduction to the traditions of Japanese Zen gardens, using natural materials such as wood, bamboo, rocks and pebbles. Emphasizing the value of shape in trees and shrubs with the subtlety of colour through the varied greens of foliage and moss, Serene Gardens is the only book that explains how western plants and materials can be used to achieve the natural, minimalist look so beloved by Japanese garden designers.There are instructions and tips for selecting plants and materials which are readily available, as well as plant lists and climate zone maps to aid western gardeners. As the wealth of stunning colour photographs from around the world demonstrates, Japanese garden design is concerned with a reverence for nature and the overall effect is of tranquility. Serene Gardens will help people to create much-needed oases of calm in their own outdoor spaces.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 168

Dimensions: 217 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 31-03-2016

Frida Kahlo is the most famous Latin-American painter of the 20th century and a fundamental figure in Mexican art. She met Pablo Picasso and André Bretón; she was a friend of Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky and of poet Pablo Neruda. She received at her home writers, artists, film directors, doctors, politicians, photographers... Diego Rivera, the most recognised artist of Mexican mural art and Frida´s husband, described her in this manner: “Your genius is in the painting and in your image. Decidedly, there is no other living painter that can do what you do. You have laid (Te has echado al pico) with the whole painter race”.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 112

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 20-05-2016

More than just cogs, gears, and goggles, steampunk burst from the pages of science fiction and fantasy inspired by the likes of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells and rapidly grew into one of the most recognizable aesthetic movements of the 21st century. Steampunk: The Art of Retro-Futurism gathers work by the best artists, designers, and craftsmen in the field in a collection sure to fire the imagination of any fan. Its pages overflow with intricate sculpture work, digital and traditional art, and fashion that is at once decadent and utilitarian, perfect for an afternoon fixing your airship or an evening spent at a retro-futuristic Victorian ball. Projects within include conceptual designs and realized projects in fashion, sculpture, toys, props, and more, all of which explore a world where inventions of the past and a fantastical future coexist. Features the works of artists such as Samuel Gomez, Kazuhiko Nakamura, Nicole Stengel, 2-Far Playthings, and many more.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 192

Dimensions: 210 x 260 mm

Publication Date: 01-06-2016

Tornado Boys is the latest in the ever-popular ‘Boys’ series, and differs from earlier titles. With the introduction of female pilots to the RAF in 1994, the Tornado was among the first aircraft to be flown by both men and women. This is acknowledged in the book with a chapter written by one female pilot. Another aspect that makes this book different from the rest of the series is that it covers an aircraft which is still in active service, currently as a key player in Middle East operations. With focus on the GR1/GR4 versions of the Tornado (and not the F3 interceptor), readers will enjoy fascinating insights on what it is like to operate this multi-role bomber/reconnaissance aircraft against the backdrop of modern-day scenarios.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 208

Dimensions: 156 x 234 mm

Publication Date: 16-05-2016