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François Halard This extravagant coffee table book is the magnum opus of today's most celebrated interiors photographer. The highly anticipated volume takes readers on an insider's tour of the glamorous homes of the most important tastemakers, artists and designers of the 20th century. (Rizzoli) Jean Patou: A Fashionable Life Drawn from previously unpublished family archives, this illustrated monograph recounts the life and career of master haute couturier Jean Patou. Although his career only spanned 15 years, his mark on fashion is legendary. Day pajamas, jersey sportswear, swimwear and the little black dress were all among the innovative designs he created, earning him the title of the king of Parisian fashion. (Flammarion) Tahiti: Faery Lands: François Nars For over 10 years François Nars has been capturing the landscape, culture and people of Motu Tané in French Polynesia. In a departure from his recognized subject matter—cosmetics and beauty—"Faery Lands" is the first published collection of Nars' personal photographs. (Rizzoli) 100 Contemporary Green Buildings Some of the most exciting new buildings in the world are now environmentally aware, sustainable and conceived to consume far less energy than ever before. This two-volume tome depicts a groundbreaking collection of 100 of the world's most innovative sustainable structures and built environments by the likes of Frank Gehry and Norman Foster, as well as up-and-coming architects. (Taschen) A Work In Progress: Journal, Recipes and Snapshots René Redzepi, co-founder and chef of Copenhagen's two-Michelin-starred Noma, brings us into the kitchen and into the lives of the talented team behind one of the world's best restaurants. This unique collection includes a cookbook with 100 new recipes from Noma, a personal journal written by Redzepi and a pocket book of candid, Instagram-style snapshots taken by Noma's staff. (Phaidon) The Impossible Collection of Motorcycles Imagine the perfect collection of motorcycles—from the one-of-a-kind 1934 BMW R7, the iconic 1969 Easy Rider bike that Peter Fonda made famous and the 1973 Harley-Davidson XR750, Evel Knievel's ride of choice—and that gives you a taste of what this beautifully designed book has in store. The deluxe volume, presented in a sleek, black rubber box, is brimming with vivid images of 100 of the world's most incredible motorcycles. (Assouline) Beken of Cowes Celebrating the very best in yachting as captured by the legendary Beken family over the past century, this title features a collection of black-and-white photographs of sailboats, presented in a luxury handbound limited-edition linen case. (Assouline) All titles available at Books & Books Bal Harbour. BAL HARBOUR 199