Gestalten, – The Bell Bookshop

Sublime Hideaways

Emma — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Escape to the seaside or into the forest and find remote architectural masterpieces that are just as inspiring as your destination. Spanning all continents, Sublime Hideaways presents a selection of houses that encourages planning the next getaway. Meet the starships of modern architecture from the last decade and their futuristic antecedents that still feel contemporary. Be invited to plan your next trip with a view!

Wanderlust Nordics

Emma — Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Experience the best hiking routes in the Nordic countries through practical tips, informative maps and stunning visuals. From the Ice Sheet in Greenland, to the arctic tundra and rocky coastline in Sweden, to a plethora of enchanting lakes and forests in Finland – the Nordics offer a breathtaking variety of landscapes and endless options to hike. Wanderlust Nordics invites you to boast into this distinctive wilderness with a wide range and an appealing mix of trails. A book that will have you heading north.

Wild Life

Emma — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Ladybugs, birds, dogs, and owls. With a never-ending curiosity for the world around him, Charley Harper developed one of the most recognizable styles of American illustration in the 20th century. With a body of work ranging from advertising and posters to murals and paintings, and a delicate approach to lines and colors, Harper’s love of nature led him to create an influential legacy that is now compiled in this definitive monograph. Curated in collaboration with the Charley Harper Art Studio, led by his son Brett Harper, and offering insights into his private life, influences, and professional evolution, this book presents the Harper universe in its totality. Wild Life is a must-read to understand the legacy of this Mid-Century master, who set the basis for modern illustration.

A Spoonful of Sun

Emma — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Life is better under the sun, and so is food. Everybody knows a Mediterranean diet is the healthiest way of eating, but how does a modern cook approach it? From her beautiful home in the heart of Provence, in the south of France, Pauline Chardin experiments with local fare, seasonal products, and flavors inspired as much by her surroundings as by her travels around the world. A self-taught cook, Pauline has an eye for beauty that translates into her effortless and nutritious recipes for the day-to-day. An invitation to living slowly, rediscovering what nature offers cyclically, and transporting it to the table with endless creativity.

Temples of Books

Emma — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000

In 2016, the world’s oldest existing library reopened in Fes, Morocco. It opened for the first time in the 9th Century. These shrines to the written word date back even further, and continue to be built today. They’re a place where some of the oldest written texts are preserved and some of the newest technology connects visitors with vast amounts of knowledge. Libraries are changing, but, as places that are fundamentally free and open to all, they’re also staying the same.Temples of Books explores the most stunning examples, but it also explores how varied the idea of a library can be. It can be a grand Baroque hall with leather-bound tomes or a mid-century masterpiece, but it can just as easily be a few shelves in a repurposed phone booth.

Country and Cozy

Emma — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Turning away from traffic-choked streets and onto meandering country paths, urban residents increasingly are choosing to take up residence in greener pastures. Quiet and quaint, the countryside comes with its own pace of living – and depending on where you are, its own regional flair. Country and Cozy opens doors and pulls back the floral curtains to reveal a more characterful approach to interior design and decoration. Whether it’s a converted outhouse in the south of France, a Latin American Finca, or a whimsical English cottage complete with a thatched roof, Country and Cozy showcases a series of beautiful country homes and illustrates how their inhabitants have created breathtaking living spaces that make the most of rural life.

Bikepacking

Emma — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000

They say that what matters is the journey and not the destination, and that couldn’t be more accurate when one goes bikepacking. Choosing the path less travelled, exploring the surroundings at every pedal of the way, and embracing the freedom it offers: long-distance cycling is more than a method of transportation – it’s a vibrant travelling philosophy. Bicycle Getaways is the ultimate publication to discover the adventurous spirit of bikepacking. Exploring journeys in different regions around the world, introducing the people and culture around it, and giving you the lowdown of all the tips and tricks, this book presents the insights and inspiration to plan your own expeditions, no matter how experienced (or not) you are. Pack your bag and prep your bike, the journey awaits!