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#1 Bestseller in Pottery & Ceramics and Sculpture and #1 Most Wished for in Pottery & Ceramic CraftRead More →

The scope of interior design book is of unlimited appeal post COVID19.  Around the world, we have been confined to our homes.  These spaces have become so important as they encapsulate our work and personal life.  The current selection of books will help you create that sacred space.Read More →

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Frida Ramstedt, a design consultant, owns Scandinavia’s most popular interior design blog. In The Interior Design Handbook she reveals the secrets of effective interior design and styling in this book to help you design a home that suits your space, taste, and lifestyle.Read More →

Black Landscapes Matter

“Do black landscapes matter?” is an issue that goes to the heart of American history. The nation’s terrain contains the wreckage of different origins, from slavery’s plantations to today’s divided cities, from freedman settlements to northern migrations for freedom.Read More →

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Graphic design has distilled the spirit of each era through the tumultuous passing of time. Approximately 3,500 landmark designs lead us through contemporary history in this visual map. Jens Müller curates the year’s standout projects, as well as a running sequence of design achievements.Read More →

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Broken into sections covering the fundamental elements of design, key works by acclaimed designers serve to illustrate technical points and encourage readers to try out new ideas. Themes covered include form, narrative, color, type and image, ornament, simplicity, and wit and humour.Read More →

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For over twenty years, scientists have been discovering connections between physical space and the creative mind. Written by a noted architect, My Creative Space is the first book to turn this rich trove of psychological research into practical techniques for shaping your home for maximum creativity.Read More →

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6 most popular books in Home Decorating Our most popular selection based on sales. 1.Read More →

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THE MOST IMPORTANT HOME DESIGN, DECOR, AND FURNISHING CONCEPTS SIMPLIFIED IN 300 EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND GRAPHICSRead More →

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A comprehensive examination of the history of decorative arts and design throughout the world over the last 600 years.Read More →

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The following 6 books are our latest offerings on Ceramics and Pottery. Everything that will satisfy the novice to the expert. Our blog has focused recently on British Studio pottery and ceramics and we have 3 books that explore the enormous canon of British ceramic collections.Read More →

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Whether you relish the prospect of glazing your work or exclaim, “I despise glazing!” It’s for you, Amazing Glaze. Gabriel Kline, author and proprietor of Odyssey Clayworks, will take you on a trip that will make glazing less frightening and more enjoyable. Read More →

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An authoritative guide to the most significant artists, schools, and styles of street art and graffiti around the world

Painted murals first appeared in Latin America in the early 20th century; in the 1950s, spray-can graffiti associated with Latino gangs followed, notably the “cholo” graffiti of Los Angeles. Read More →

Architecture for Teens

In architecture, technology, creativity, engineering, and even psychology are all intertwined. Find out the possibilities with this in-depth architecture book for teens. Delve into the world of architecture, explore contemporary sustainability initiatives, and investigate specific real-world architectural projects.Read More →

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Outside of Asia, Sir Percival David amassed one of the best collections of Chinese ceramics. Many imperial-quality artifacts are included, including stunning specimens of highly rare Ru and guan ceramics, as well as the famed David vases. Read More →

Browse a selection of our latest Kitchen Design BooksRead More →

Browse a selection of our latest Kitchen Design BooksRead More →

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The psychology of design is an essential ingredient in connecting people to place. More than simply decorating the side of a building, architectural graphic design is critical to establishing the purpose of a space, the visitor’s place within it, and helping to shape the overall experience.Read More →

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This groundbreaking book is the first to offer a fun, hands-on approach to learning about architecture. It is filled with various beautiful and elegant drawings that provide the consumer with different architectural challenges, including designing your skyscraper, drawing an island house, and constructing a Constructivist monument, among many others.Read More →

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With 233 (to be exact) hints, tips, and pieces of advice, Now Try Something Weirder shows those in the creative industry how to have great ideas (every day).Read More →