A fascinating new take on the architecture of Sir David Adjaye OM OBE, exploring how he chooses, uses, and combines materials, and the extraordinary buildings and structures that result David Adjaye is one of the most in-demand architects today, known for his thoughtful interpretation of public spaces. In order to understand him as an architect, you must look at his projects through the lens of material - a crucial consideration in his practice. Organized into five sections - Stone/Concrete,...

A beautiful, informative, and interactive introduction to 10 of the world’s most amazing animals and their ‘secret powers’

This dazzling non-fiction board book invites curious children to learn about the wonders of the animal kingdom. The Secret Powers of Animals features 10 fascinating creatures, each with physical features that offer amazing abilities. From an African elephant and a narwal to a domestic cat and a dung beetle, these awe-inspiring species reflect earth’s incredible bi...

This edition of the Think Like a series displays the wonderful world of engineers. This bundle of insights shows why no one can hold you responsible for the impact of gravity, what Gerrit Rietveld can teach you about going against the flow, that Donald Trump says more than you think, and how Netflix goes beyond binge-watching. This book is for anyone who wants to widen their perspective and broaden their horizons.

High-tech innovations have been propelling the Digital Revolution since the end of the Second World War. These advances were not self-evident, but actively pursued by many. A global playing field of entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, investors, public officials, and consumers stimulated inventiveness for commercial, intellectual, social, and political reasons.

This book explores this dynamic of high-tech innovation by looking at the machinations behind the Digital Revolution. Literally. T...

ABC for Anxiety and Stress Relief

This is a book filled with life lessons by someone who is still learning about life. The lessons in this book are all examples of tips, theories and exercises I have learned during some of the hardest times in my life. Due to these experiences and lessons I am now able to see these hard times as the times that have developed me the most.

I would like to encourage anyone dealing with anxiety or trying to cope with a lot of stress to read this book. I hope that...

J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings meets Edward Gorey's The Gashlycrumb Tinies in this darkly satirical illustrated parody of the Tolkien universe: ‘A is for Arwen broken by sorrows; B is for Boromir punctured by arrows. C is for Celebrimbor hung out to dry; D is for Denethor…'

An introduction to the work of Gustav Klimt.

Through some 300 objects this book explores contemporary Japanese design: from everyday objects and packaging to interior design and lighting elements. Ultimately the book aims to explore the way in which Japanese design manages to harness its materials – whether natural or synthetic – and at the same time combines respect for tradition with forward-thinking and experimentation. The objects featured were chosen because of their strong Japanese character and the influence this 'Japanesenes...

Failed it! celebrates the power of mistakes and shows how they can enrich the creative process. This is part photobook and part guide to loosening up and making mistakes to take the fear out of failure and encourage experimentation.It showcases the best and most hilarious examples of imperfection and failure across a broad range of creative forms, including art, design, photography, architecture and product design, to inspire and encourage creatives to embrace and celebrate their mistakes.We ...