Masano Kawana Livres

From the author of the bestselling Bali Houses comes an inspirational new look at Balinese modern architecture and design. Bali Living is a unique selection of private homes, rental properties, restaurant and wedding facilities, a sports complex and villas.Traditional Balinese compound architecture is evident throughout, but most of the buildings included are contemporary structures that reinterpret old forms and materials in new and exciting ways. Glass and metal have replaced alang-alang and bamboo, but in some cases the old materials are referenced and used in new ways. The interiors are highlighted with a great selection of furniture, artwork, sculpture, paintings and more from local Balinese designers and shops.A dreamer's book come true, Bali Living is an inspiration for anyone interested in home design and architecture.

25 Tropical Houses in Indonesia offers a selection of the best contemporary architecture in the archipelago, ranging from a new type of urban shop house to dramatic and flamboyant buildings emerging from the countryside. Drawing on classical Indonesian aesthetics and conventions and blending these with dynamic, cutting-edge design ideas, modern architecture in Indonesia has become dramatically aligned with international concepts of space, incorporating stunning local elements and materials.

Japanese Homestyle Cooking will enable you to prepare simple, authentic dishes to enjoy within the comfort of your own home. Learn the secrets behind preparing exquisite sushi and sashimi with an inexpensive bamboo sushi mat and a little practice and patience. The recipes are presented in a simple format that begins with a list of essential ingredients and proportions, a simple step-by-step guide to preparation, cooking and timing, and include both the Japanese and English name for the dish. With its full-color photographs throughout and layflat concealed spiral binding, this Periplus cookbook is attractive and easy-to-use.

Featuring over 300 beautiful photographs and extensive commentary, New Asian Style blends the chic designs of modern Asia with the traditional sensibilities of traditional art from across the region.More than ever before, interior design is a global affair. And more than ever, Westerners are eager to try out elements of Asian design and architecture. This book is the ultimate resource for professional and amateur designers seeking to recreate the mysterious elegance, balance, and beauty of Asian design. Through the magic of Masano Kawana's beautiful full-color photography, New Asian Style explores more than 30 stunning contemporary houses and homes from Singapore, all of which stand as examples of interior decorating and style that transcend their Eastern origins.In an effort to help designers pick up Asian ideas for their own settings, Jane Marsden's essays examine what elements make Asian style and how they might be captured in new settings anywhere in the world.

A new wave of highly distinctive architecture has seen Singapore recognised, for the first time, as one of the world's most dynamic architectural centres. This new global consciousness is reflected in its architecture, which demonstrates a seamless marriage of vernacular and modernist forms.

With over 350 vibrant photographs, extensive commentary and architectural plans, this architecture and design book showcases the modern luxury homes of Asia