Ornament, as practiced by architects, artists, and designers for a hundred years, presents itself as a system of order and grid, and not merely as ...

What does it take to find oil in an area where many have tried, but failed? What does it take to design buildings that become prize-winning cultura...

With 50 years of experience as an inventor and close to 60 U.S. patents, Dr. James L. Cairns shares his vast know-how to help you come up with, dev...

In 1988, Aletta and Peter Stas founded Frédérique Constant, a manufacturer based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, that develops exceptional and afford...

This wonderful new survey follows the evolution of the sports helmet from early military and aviation uses, through early motorcycle and auto racin...

The world of erotic product design is revealed in this curated showcase of over 100 beautifully crafted objects and the creative minds behind them....

Pop-art connoisseurs are treated to a mind-bending journey through the blistering paintings of San Francisco artist Dirty Donny Gillies. Take a vis...

After more than two centuries, the process of opening a bottle of wine changed significantly in the 1970s with the introduction of the Screwpull. T...

In this guide to modern sports watches, discover honest assessments of luxury sports models, many varieties of chronographs, GMTs, and extreme divi...

Luxury is defined in this stylish look at over 70 examples of ultra-high-end architecture, automobiles, timepieces, and lifestyle products.In this ...

With more than 200 photographs and specifications for 32 watches, this book provides a comprehensive history of one of Germany's finest watchmakers...

Explore machine work as a fine craft through the lens of Chris Bathgate's pioneering sculpture techniques.By all rights, machining should have been...

The brand with the crown is recognized worldwide as an invaluable sports implement and luxury product. In little more than one hundred years, it ha...

Text in English and German. The basic features of Deutsche Lufthansa's present corporate image emerged almost 45 years ago. It was created by Otl A...