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This handy field guide introduces over 55 different flowers commonly found in Asia. Each flower is clearly presented and described, with a detailed description of each bloom including its history and gardening tips.

Pore over this collection of cutting-edge home designs from The Philippines. The Tropical House: Cutting Edge Design in the Philippines celebrates a growing trend toward globalization in interior design. More than 25 stunning houses and condos in and around Manila, the Philippines, evoke a distinctive tropical-modern-fusion style that is gaining popularity around the world. All these elegant residences comprise a synthesis of East-West trends and contemporary furnishingsas Filipino designers merge sleek modernist furniture with local designers' "e;soulful creations"e; in natural hardwoods and other tropical materials. Over 250 full-color photographs of outstanding Philippines architecture will inspire readers with their diverse and contemporary looks. From vintage charm to modern with bold, artful accents, to the clean, glamorous new look known as "e;contemporary chic,"e; this book showcases the myriad tastes of the Philippines' design world. The selection features modernist designs referred to as Zen or Minimalist; admires the modern Global Eclectics, those well-traveled collectors of beautiful objects from East and West; and celebrates the individualists who mix European furniture with acutely creative accents from local designers. Take a glimpse into the rich world of the Philippines interior design in The Tropical House.

Asia is now at the forefront of the international spa movement with the creation of many of the world's finest luxury spasmost of which base their treatments on traditional Asian therapies and formulas. Drawing on the expertise of many of Asia's best therapists, doctors, and wellness experts from around the region, ultimate spa offers a comprehensive look at the finest spas in Asia and the unparalleled range of therapies they now offer.This spa pictorial not only describes Asia's bestknown destination and day spas in detail, it delves deeply into the ancient wellness traditions of Ayurveda, TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), and other health and beauty secrets which are largely responsible for the phenomenal success of Asian spas today. The emphasis is on spiritual wellbeing and natural holistic curatives. All spas and photographs, many with extensive howto sequences and detailed recipes and instructions. This book is a musthave for spa goers and spa professionals everywhere.