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Containing over 250 photographs by world-renowned Italian photographer Luca Invernizzi Tettoni and authoritative text by gardening expert William Warren, Thai Garden Style is a unique book. Showcasing many of the finest contemporary Thai gardens in lavish colour, it contains a wealth of botanical-an... More

Tropical Asian Style contains over 400 colour photos by world-renowned photographer Luca Invernizzi Tettoni. Well-known architects, designers and authorities on Asia's cultural heritage provide insightful views on the houses and their design elements. A final section on tropical decorating provides ... More

Bali is an island paradise that inspires countless dreams of tropical beaches, exotic people and gorgeous views. More than just an increasingly popular tourist destination, Bali is also a global leader in tropical design, showcased in all its glory in Bali Home. Covering over 100 homes, garden estat... More

Learn authentic and delicious recipes with this beautifully illustrated Filipino cookbook.This delightful collection of 85 tried and tested recipes from the Philippines showcases the full range of authentic dishes from the country. Each region has its own distinct food culture and the book relates ... More

For centuries, Asian women have relaxed and beautified themselves with exotic therapies derived from the materials of nature; plants, herbs, minerals, clays, and flowers. Until now, Western women could only experience these pleasures by taking expensive trips to professional spas. In Asian Secrets o... More

This guided tour of Bali's finest traditional and contemporary gardens is perfect for gardening enthusiasts and professional landscape architects alike, and will especially appeal to visitors who have experienced the charms of one of the world's most beautiful islands.... More

Bordered on the northwest by France and on the south by the Liuria region, the Piedmont, Lombardy, and Valle d' Acosta regions in northwesy Italy are home not only to some of Italy's finest sceneries but also to some of the country's tastiest food. In addition to rich, sophisticated dishes, there ar... More

"The Tropical House celebrates a growing trend toward stylish globalization in interior design. More than 25 stunning houses and condos comprise a synthesis of East-West trends and contemporary furnishings--as Filipino designers merge sleek modernist furniture with local designers' "soulful creation... More

Most visitors to Singapore marvel at the greenness of it all. Wide Boulevards shaded by venerable Rain Trees, interconnecting parks displaying a huge variety of tropical plants, roadside plantings in every shade of green, red and yellow, and great expanses of junglescape alongside the office skyscra... More

Exciting Thailand was first published in print form in 1999.By any standard Thailand is a unique and special place. Culturally diverse and visually spectacular, it is internationally renowned for the friendliness of its people, the elegance of its culture and the mouth-watering sophistication of i... More

Ayurveda is an age-old medical system that was formulated over 5,000 years ago. Documented in the Vedas, the ancient Hindu sacred texts of India, it is a complete wellness regimen with ultimate spiritual goals. Ayurveda provides a detailed analysis of India's four healing systems--Ayurveda, Unani, S... More

Drawing on their multi-ethnic heritage, Malaysians have developed unique variations on Asian favorites like Malay satay, Chinese fried noodles, and Indian curry puff.... More

The Tropical Spa catalogs Asia's most luxurious spas with full-color photography and a wide range of stress-busting therapies. The emphasis is on spiritual well-being and natural curatives rather than on modern chemicals and synthetic preparations. Traditional beauty treatments for revitalizing faci... More

Based on traditional Thai herbal lore, the secrets of this country's ancient healing therapies, are offered for the first time in one volume. Massage, meditation, restorative beauty and relaxation treatments, pick-me-up tonics and tone-me-down baths... all are outlined here with easy-to-follow recip... More

This volume is a stunning visual representation of all aspects of the Thai life and culture. Author and long-term resident William Warren, provides an insightful overview of the history and geography of the kingdom, as well as a detailed exploration of the rich tradition of Thai arts and crafts, rel... More

This volume is stunning representation of one of the truly magical islands on Earth. Author Nigel Simmonds takes a personal look at Bali, remembers his first encounters with the island, and gives valuable insight into a fascinating culture that has managed to preserve its elaborate and time-honoured... More

The Balinese Style of architecture and interior design is renowned and increasingly popular the world over. A thatched Balinese Bale, overlooking a panorama of rice fields and open to the evening breeze, or a courtyard that combines temple carving with relaxing, recreational lounging space are endur... More

Introduces more than 60 different plant species found in Asia.... More

Features the most brilliant blooms and blossoms from the tropics and includes scientific, family and common names of each flower in Indonesian, Malay and Thai.... More

No other country in the world offers such an incredible range of luxury spa and wellness destinations than Thailand. Thailand's Luxury Spas takes you inside this alluring world and reveals the best facilities and spa treatments, new trends in relaxation and holistic wellness therapy, plus well-resea... More

Bali Houses is a beautiful introduction to the contemporary Asian design movement known as "Bali Style." With visually stunning photographs, architect Gianni Francione shows how Balinese designers are updating the traditional aesthetic principles to create a new international flavor. Villas showcasi... More

This Asian interior design and architecture book showcases the best luxury homes and interior spaces of the Pacific region.Asia has emerged in the last couple of decades as the global leader in tropical villa design. <P><P>With innovative indoor/outdoor architecture engineered to facilitate relaxed,... More

Ultimate Spa is the definitive guide to the best spas in Asia. Highlighting spas in India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Thailand, Bali, Malaysia, Taiwan and the Philippines, this book is both a showcase of the region's best spas and a comprehensive guide to their offerings. The first half of the book introd... More

With over one hundred full-color photographs, Contemporary Asian Kitchens and Dining Rooms looks at a wide range of inspirational cooking and dining spaces, from the elegance of open-plan entertaining to the raw, modern look of an industrial kitchen.Few rooms in the house depict the changing aesthet... More

The Food of India contains a selection of over 80 delectable recipes, with dishes from Hindu Tamil Nadu, Christian Kerala as well as tandoori favorites from the Punjab. Striking color photographs and detailed information make this the perfect introduction to the rich and diverse world of Indian cuis... More