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This book is a testament to the intricate dance between inspiration and creation, perfect for readers intrigued by the mysterious processes behind artistic innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis titles within \u003cem\u003eTravel \u0026amp; Adventure\u003c\/em\u003e, such as \u003cem\u003eExplore\u003c\/em\u003e, invite you on a journey through diverse landscapes and cultures. With a keen eye for detail, Bailey not only highlights the beauty and diversity of the world but also encourages readers to see travel as a form of cultural immersion and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLikewise, \u003cem\u003eCulture\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eDesign\u003c\/em\u003e offer a deep dive into the societal impacts of artistic endeavours and architectural wonders. Whether examining a bustling urban environment or a serene rural landscape, Bailey's narratives reflect an in-depth understanding of the symbiotic relationship between people and their environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who yearn for intellectual and sensory adventures through texts, Spencer Bailey's books provide a gateway to worlds where culture and creativity converge. 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From Bill Bensley's \u003ci\u003eikat\u003c\/i\u003e-inspired rooms in Jakarta, to Jacques Garcia's indulgent interiors in Paris, to Axel Vervoordt's Zen penthouse in New York City, discover how great aesthetics serve exceptional luxury hospitality. This volume, the first in a multi-volume series, includes five in-depth feature stories capturing LHW's essence: Ambiente A Landscape Hotel in Sedona, Arizona; Botanic Sanctuary in Antwerp; La Reserve in Paris; The Okura in Tokyo; and Portrait Hotel in Milan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEdited and produced by Spencer Bailey and the New York-based editorial studio of The Slowdown, \u003cem\u003eDesign\u003c\/em\u003e comprises a foreword by the Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic Paul Goldberger and contributions from leading design and travel writers such as Maria Cristina Didero, Mark Ellwood, Christina Ohly Evans, Cynthia Rosenfeld, Warren Singh Bartlett, and Janelle Zara. Two feature-length interviews, Eleven Madison Park chef Daniel Humm in conversation with fashion designer Gabriela Hearst in New York City, and architect Michael Rojkind with fashion designer Carla Fernandez in Mexico City, are also found in its pages, as well as expert travel tips from dozens of notables, including Stephanie Goto, Samuel Ross, and Kulapat Yantrasast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076522098924,"sku":"9781580936552","price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24243023482750.jpg?v=1765201866"},{"product_id":"explore-by-spencer-bailey-9781580937368","title":"Explore","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichly illustrated and expertly edited, this exquisite volume—the third in The Leading Hotels of the World multi-volume series—presents a robust collection of properties tailor-made for hosting awe-inspiring adventures, transformative well-being experiences, cutting-edge spa treatments, and world-class sports facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore\u003c\/em\u003e features a curated selection of more than 80 hotels from LHW's 400-plus-member collection across 80 countries: Whether stargazing into faraway galaxies at Nayara Alto Atacama in the Chilean desert; mountain biking along the 30 miles of custom-designed trails at South Africa's Steyn City Hotel by Saxon; or bathing as the ancient Etruscans did at Terme di Saturnia in Tuscany, these LHW properties offer myriad opportunities to nurture mind, body, and soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive activities abound, such as Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanišević's tennis academy at D Maris Bay on Turkey's Datça Peninsula; Gleneagles Hotel's 850 acres of archery, falconry, golf, and more in Scotland; and the charming, Bavarian-style slopeside stay of the Sonnenalp Hotel in the Colorado ski town of Vail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47361132003564,"sku":"9781580937368","price":120.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24251183482750.jpg?v=1772848753"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/spencer-bailey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}