This volume inaugurates a new series of publications edited bythree leading authors on the world's architectural and artisticscene: H.U.Obrist, Rem Koolhaas and Stefano Boeri. This series ofdialogues conducted by Hans Ulrich Obrist and Rem Koolhaas isdedicated to the most topical subjects on the international scene.Protagonists of the British architectural, political, and artisticscene, including Brian Eno, Zaha Hadid, Doris Lessing, DamienHirst, and Gilbert and George, amongst others, have been invited tospeak about the near future.

Living in the country means enjoying peace and calm far away from urban stress. The country retreats we create for ourselves reflect this difference. A measure of the value we place on our rural sanctuaries is the attention paid to every aspect of their design and construction. Today's rural retreats are far more luxurious, with a greater emphasis on rich and exceptional materials. Yet these dwellings are still quite different from their city counterparts. The houses featured in these pages embody a simpler yet no less stylish attitude towards life. Country houses all over the world have been selected for their distinctive architecture and interiors. ? A lavishly illustrated, round-up that spotlights the best house designs for country settings ? Inspiration and ideas for all who would like to upgrade a country retreat, as well as for those who would like to create one.

Long awaited, this volume spans almost forty years of contemporary high design as masterminded by Ian Schrager. Known for being the originator of the mythical Studio 54, as well as a creator of the boutique hotel, Ian Schrager has done much more than create, design, and manage hotels, restaurants, clubs, residential buildings, and various real estate developments throughout the world he has challenged and redefined the idea of luxury and glamour. These spaces are renowned destinations for evening social spaces and fabulous, memorable parties as well as restful, urban oases.This book presents many never-before-seen photographs from hotels such as the Morgans, Paramount, Delano, Mondrian, and the famed Gramercy Park Hotel in New York that Schrager collaborated on with the painter Julian Schnabel; residential properties, including 40 Bond Street and 50 Gramercy Park North; and the legendary club Studio 54.With more than 200 photographs and texts from the most important designers of our generation including Phili

Exhibits, events, and promotions have become key to effective marketing. How can companies best use these opportunities to reach out to the public or potential clients? Exhibit and Event Design: A Portfolio showcases some of the most successful and vibrant product launches, sales promotions, brand campaigns, road shows, opening ceremonies, and celebrations created by top industry leaders Pico Global Services. Also highlighted: the company’s permanent exhibits, created by experts in research and design, mechanical and electrical engineering, model making, fabrication, and installation. Anyone working in the field of exhibit design will be inspired and enthralled by these innovative designs. 作者简介： Pico Global Services Limited is an internationally recognized leader in exhibit and event design and fabrication, with offices in the U.S., Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. From conceptual design, through construction and production, to dismantling, Pico Global Services Limited provides ex