Interior design today is guided more than ever by the need to be stylish and functional. In modern design, excessive decoration has been replaced by the well thought-out arrangement of spaces, and furniture with pure lines which meets specific needs. Whatever the size of the room, the prevailing concepts are balance and harmony--characteristics which make the home a place where people will feel comfortable.

Bathrooms

by Claudia Martinez Alonso

Published 1 August 2016
Modern bathrooms are the places where we perform our daily rituals and where we often indulge ourselves in a world of sensual bliss. Some are compact, some are stunningly efficient, others expand beyond the confining walls of the room. This book shows trends, techniques and design.

Lighting

by Claudia Martinez Alonso

Published 1 January 2020
This book contains over 200 examples of different lights and lighting solutions that combine with their surroundings to form a harmonious whole. Design and form are shown here in great variety.

Lofts

by Claudia Martinez Alonso

Published 1 January 2020
For the dreamer who loves contemporary design, this book offers ingenious solutions to decorating your home or making use of old factory spaces while still allowing style, comfort and functionality. The projects from all around the world are located in both urban and rural areas, showcasing the diversity and style found in loft design across the world today.

This book explores contemporary design with exemplary case studies of homes which display innovative and practical design solutions. Flip through the pages for usable and workable tips for improving your home. Or just let yourself gather inspiration and ideas.

City Apartments

by Claudia Martinez Alonso

Published 1 January 2020
This book shows how far we have progressed in the design of the modern apartment in the city, the place that millions of city dwellers call home. New trends in design and furnishing are tantalizingly depicted in stunning photographs of over 100 city apartments.

Compact Houses

by Claudia Martinez Alonso

Published 1 January 2020
House design is evolving fast following trends and the needs of our society. A myriad of design schemes aim to meet diverse requirements and there is never a single solution to make the most of a living space. This book offers tips on different ways of creating an environment that is functional and aesthetically pleasing where space is limited.

Mini Houses

by Claudia Martinez Alonso

Published 1 January 2020
The lack of available surface area, budget restraints or solely seasonal use are the main criteria for the construction of these small-scale dwellings. This book showcases the expertise of architects in tackling a project despite the determining factors that may limit them. Small urban homes, holiday chalets, studio apartments, lofts, duplexes, prefab houses and even tree houses illustrate the pages of this book