Highlighting the value of social contact and personal experiences, independent shops bring quality, aesthetic, design, atmosphere - and passion for service.

This book showcases highly unique concept stores, beautifully designed flagship stores, as well as independently run shops that have found new ways to broaden the scope of their offerings and interaction with customers.

Specifications - Hardcover. 256 pages. 21x26 cm.

Drawing on ArchDaily’s curation of more than 40,000 projects over the past 15 years, it spotlights the most innovative built environments of our age—those paving the way for a better, more sustainable future.

Centered around ArchDaily’s 10 principles of good architecture, the book showcases a rich variety of projects—both built and planned—from a sunken restaurant with subterranean views to a Mediterranean cave transformed into a remarkable residence.

Specifications - Hardcover. 336 pages. 

The Mediterranean region has some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes in the world, encompassing soaring mountain ranges, wide forests, deep valleys, and rugged coastlines. From Spain to Jordan, via Italy, Greece, and more, the Mediterranean is a paradise for nature lovers and hikers. In Wanderlust Mediterranean long-distance adventurer Cam Honan takes us on a journey through the most breathtaking hiking routes in Southern Europe and beyond, taking in France, Portugal, the Balkans, Morocco, and other countries along the Mediterranean Sea. The book comprises more than 25 featured hikes, including such spectacular trails as the Caminito del Rey, the Peaks of the Balkans, and the Selvaggio Blu trail. In addition to this there’s another dozen bonus hikes, plus maps, stunning photography, expert commentary, and countless tips for beginners and experts alike. 

Specifications - Hardcover. Full color. 288 pages. 22,5 × 29 cm

They say it’s the journey rather than the destination that truly counts. Here, we look at some of the best and longest adventures to test the human spirit. Voyages - Sidetracked Beyond is a celebration of the joys of adventure in places of breathtaking and pristine natural beauty. From paragliding part of the migration route of the Monarch butterfly, to sailing some of the remotest areas of the South Pacific to ski mountaineering in Tajikistan, Voyages takes you around the world in the company of intrepid souls seeking big vistas far off the beaten track. Whether mountain biking, skiing, surfing, or riding on horseback, the stories collected here inspire with their scale and ambition, their passion and ingenuity. Featuring stunning photography and immersive accounts of challenging and life-changing journeys across deserts, snowscapes, mountains, and seas, Voyages invites the reader to seek out the undiscovered and see the world anew.

Specifications - Hardcover. 272 pages. Measurement: 22,5 × 29 cm

Stillness is an exploration of Japanese aesthetics in architecture and design from a Scandinavian perspective. Across the seas, two distant regions have developed similar approaches to design and architecture that share a respect for nature, a sensitivity to light, and a dedication to craft. Exemplifying the book concept is the description of a traditional Japanese tokonoma room, which is an alcove that is used to display art, calligraphy, or flower arrangements. The tokonoma is a space filled with symbolic and spiritual meaning. The book then juxtaposes such a room with the Scandinavian interpretation of it, displaying photographs of both (inspired Japanese flower arrangements, Fresh Green Leafs hanging from a wall vase at the Sjöparken Lake Villa, Sweden).

Specifications - Hardcover. 304 pages. Measurement: 24,5 × 33 cm

Exploring boundless possibilities, the United States has unveiled a treasury of iconic buildings. Combining a deep respect for individualism with an unwavering optimism for the future, these structures are as varied as they are captivating. American Icons - The Architecture of the United States: Visions and Defiance delves into the visionary works that have defined American skylines. From the organic residences of Frank Lloyd Wright and Bruce Goff to Frank Gehry’s postmodernist objets d’art, the book showcases a myriad of groundbreaking architectural masterpieces. Enhanced with carefully curated professional photography, each page of this captivating book title unveils the stories behind these landmarks through insightful articles penned by architectural expert Sam Lubell.

Specifications - Hardcover. 288 pages. Measurement: 24,5 × 33 cm

Dining out is so much more than just what you can order off the menu. Tasteful serves up a selection of restaurant interiors that add an eye-catching element to the dining experience. Our appetite for unique and immersive dining experiences is insatiable. From flamboyant Italian eateries to minimalist Nordic gastronomic spots and sophisticated, dimly lit lounges, Tasteful is a curated selection of the most eye-catching new interiors of restaurants, cafés, bars, and all kinds of food haunts. Featuring a variety of styles from a host of diverse designers and locations around the planet, Tasteful serves as both a travel guide for intrepid foodies and an inspiration for those passionate about design.

Specifications - Hardcover. 255 pages. Measurement: 24 × 30 cm 

The quality of Italian cuisine is based on the quality of its ingredients. For Italians, the quality of the basic ingredients in their dishes is everything. For some, it’s even as important as the air they breathe. This is why classic, homemade Italian food is incomparable to any other in the world. Its richness of taste belies its apparent simplicity, and it’s all down to the superior quality of those timeless, key elements that truly makes traditional Italian cooking so flavourful. Originale is not just another recipe book. It is, in essence, a guide. A manual on how to do it like the Italians. The dozens of inspiring recipes within these pages are built from a handful of crucial ingredients that, if sourced correctly—as detailed in this book—can transport you directly to the kitchens of Rome, Naples, or Bologna via your own plate. Originale is lovingly curated to celebrate the enduring nature of Italian cuisine, its history, and culture. Buon appetito!

Specifications - Hardcover. 272 pages. Measurement: 22,5 × 29 cm

The potato is one of the most versatile foods on the planet, presenting numerous possibilities in terms of preparation and consumption. Potato Total delves into the art of perfecting potato cooking techniques, ranging from achieving the ultimate crispiness in French fries to mastering the precision required for hasselback potatoes. Alongside classic recipes like hash browns, tortillas, and croquettes, the book showcases a range of international delights such as papas arrugadas, tartiflette, and potato focaccia. With approximately 90 diverse recipes, Potato Total not only provides a culinary journey but also imparts valuable and expert knowledge on cultivating your own potatoes.

Specifications - Hardcover. 192 pages. Measurement: 18 × 24 cm 

VELO City continues the celebration of the bicycle and its ongoing (r)evolution, because cycling is far more than just an eco-friendly connection from A to B. 

Specifications - Hardcover. 256 pages. Measurement: 24 × 28 cm

Cut, paste, create: While Collage was conceived in the early 1900s, it seems to be the perfect form of expression for the twenty-first century, with all its juxtapositions and eclecticism and strange bedfellows. In our present The Age of Collage 3, the simple act of mixing together different elements allows us to question our reality and make new worlds. The Age of Collage 3 showcases a new crop of artistic vanguards advancing the medium’s possibilities, piece-by-piece. Equipped with a craft knife, paintbrush, stylus, scissors, or tablet, a collage artist’s toolkit is as varied as their creations and this book brings their work back to the paper page.
Creating things by hand is an intentional gesture that has brought with it a resistance to digitization of image con- sumption, and an awareness of the manipulation of photographic imagery. Many of today’s artists are using digital media in new ways to create layered compositions. In doing so the process of addition and removal and combining contrasting elements is not just an artistic process. It is a way of thinking.

 Specifications - Hardcover. 320 pages. Measurement: 24 × 30 cm

BESIDE is one of the world’s most forward-thinking media brands on a mission to bridge the gap between humans and nature. Cofounded by creatives Jean-Daniel Petit and Eliane Cadieux, BESIDE has grown–in only a few years–from a printed magazine into a media brand encompassing an online platform, workshops, a festival as well as a cabins project at the crossroads of nature and culture.

BESIDE draw on their unique perspective to bring more than 36 of the world’s most iconic craftspeople into the spotlight. We learn how these traditions are being revived, sustained, and adapted by a new generation that wants to lead a more meaningful and sustainable life.

Divided into three sections–people, rituals, and objects–THE NEW TRADITIONAL focuses on the people reviving the traditions that bring us closer to nature and to one another. We meet Whang-od Oggay, the most authentic tattoo artist in the world, the Japanese lacquerware maker Takeo Kudo, and globe maker Peter Bellerby. The profiles also feature the designer of the PET lamp, Alvaro Catalán de Ocón, and Jim Denevan who brought the table to the farm. As Catherine Métayer, BESIDE's Editor-in-Chief, writes in her introduction, “From Kenya to Korea, from Iceland to Canada, realities and traditions are strikingly different. But practitioners share a common yearning, a common ground. They are part of a movement for a 'new traditional'.”

 Specifications - Hardcover. 272 pages. Measurement: 21 × 26 cm

For centuries, philosophers, scientists, and artists have tried to decode beauty. The need to distill its ethereal essence into something finite and to idealize certain features created some of the first beauty standards in history. Such standards endured through the generations. Until now, that is. In recent years, the beauty industry has shifted the conversation towards individual expression like never before. While people, and women in particular, have historically faced pressure to conform to rigid ideals set by society, nowadays brands and consumers are embracing uniqueness and celebrating identity. Creating a platform for conversation and deconstructing taboos in the process, The New Beauty captures an essential moment of transformation in the business of beauty. Featuring interviews with Peter Philips, creative and image director of Christian Dior Makeup, and Thomas de Kluyver, global makeup artist for Gucci, as well as some of the most influential voices in beauty today, this book is exploring the industry’s shift and its effect on today’s culture from historical, scientific, and journalistic perspectives. 

An explosion of modern influences—from technology to engaged activism to gender fluidity—has radically reshaped and globalized the perception of aesthetics. Beauty is no longer hinged on conforming and fitting in, but telling your story through your appearance. Taboos that were never talked about are part of the mainstream conversation, whether it’s body hair and odor, hormones, the realities of aging or the normalizing of acne. Makeup, for that matter, has moved far beyond fixing perceived flaws or camouflaging the face to become a new mode of self-expression, a medium to explore themes related to individuality, community, and creativity.
Ultimately, the future of beauty revolves around democracy: Bringing others into the conversation, breaking down barriers, removing stereotypes, and creating a more open space where the meaning and purpose of beauty can be expressed. The world of self-care and wellness has, historically, been homogenous—made up of faces, voices, and places that all look and feel the same. Now, thankfully, that’s no longer the case, as services, studios, and platforms speak more directly to those of all backgrounds, income levels, abilities, and body types.

From using makeup as a means to challenge gender, to the link between hairstyling and community-building, beauty can reflect broader social issues, and optimistically, be an agent of change. On another level, beauty is self-care—it transcends the surface and is closely connected to our emotional state. Tuning inward has brought a new wave of consciousness, in that we’re paying more attention to the impact of our actions and seeking out more sustainable practices. The beauty industry is notoriously wasteful, producing heaps of trash from single-use containers and plastic packaging. The new guard of environmentalists, though, is confronting such issues head-on, and turning beautifying into an opportunity to do good.
Appearances will always change but beauty doesn’t disappear. Our bodies tell a story of who we are—and it’s all there, reflected back at us in the mirror.

 Specifications - Hardcover. 224 pages. Measurement: 21 × 26 cm

From living rooms and kitchens to bedrooms and bathrooms, small spaces can offer immense possibilities, if only the interior is well considered.

By showing a variety of projects in different styles – from reduced and pragmatic to cozy – Petite Places delves into how small homes are being designed today, delivering insights from interior designers and architects. Floor plans will allow you to translate inspirations from the book into your home.

Living in small spaces is not a new phenomenon. By looking at pioneering projects from times gone by, one starts to understand where modern living concepts draw ideas from.
Clever furniture and storage solutions create more room to cook, relax, read in a comfortable nook, or work from home. Explore how you can add striking changes to your modest home with only a few tweaks.

Specifications - Hardcover. 256 pages.

The Narrows Top Down Route, the spectacular El Caminito del Rey in Spain, the fabled Kumano Kodo pilgrimage in Japan, or a mythical hiking path in the land of the giants in Norway – Wanderlust explores legendary hiking trails in enchanting corners of the world and over a variety of terrain: thin ice and desert sands; coastal tracks and forest pathways.

Spectacular photography illustrates journeys to sharp summits, astonishing vistas, and phenomenal locales. With maps featuring noteworthy locations alongside background information and practical tips by Cam Honan, an expert who has hiked many of the trails himself, Wanderlust will suit both intrepid beginners and seasoned trekkers.

From modern-day transcendentalists or those who simply desire a casual break from concrete scenery, Wanderlust allows readers to live vicariously through vivid portraits or use the trips as impetus for their own hiking journey. Following faded footsteps of migrating animals or paths of ancient trade routes, the trails featured in Wanderlust offer both outdoor exploration and enjoyment.

 Specifications - Hardcover. 256 pages. Measurement: 24 × 30 cm

Extravagant furniture, saturated colors, patterned wallpaper and bold decorations, Living to the Max invites you to enjoy decorated spaces around the world, and the passionate creators behind them.

A well-curated selection explores how interiors can express so much more than just a tasteful space, showcasing the personal stories and experiences of those who own and create them. Join the art of more is more!

Specifications - Hardcover. 256 pages. Measurement:  24,5 × 33 cm