The catalogue of the exhibition "Polished to Perfection: Japanese Cloisonné", was presented at Los Angeles County Museum of Art  and featured one of the world's leading collections and the finest examples of Japanese cloisonne - enamelled objects that reflect the exquisite craftsmanship required of the technique as well as the Japanese cultural reverence for meticulous and exacting work. This beautifully designed book also includes a brief historical overview focusing on the work of Namikawa Yasuyuki, an examination of the role the Japanese government played in promoting cloisonne and the story, written by the collection's owner, Donald K. Gerber, of discovering, falling in love with, and procuring these precious works of art.

SINGER T., Robert with contributions by GERBER K., Donald and WILSON R., John, 2017 / Polished to Perfection: Japanese Cloisonné
Delmonico Books, Prestel
144 pp., 22.9 x 27.9 cm, 140 colour illustrations. Published in English
Available in hardcover / USD 49.95
For more information: www.thelacmastore.org

The book Puig i Cadafalch Route is the ideal practical guide to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch's work. Primarily showcasing his Modernista constructions, the guide also features buildings and interventions in the other styles that this versatile architect embraced throughout his long career. It additionally provides an insight into his valuable contributions in other fields such as archaeology, restoration and politics.
Including practical information and maps to locate and visit his entire oeuvre, the guide will help you discover all the aspects of Puig i Cadafalch's tremendous creativity and enormous capacity for work.

CABRÉ, Tat e, 2017 / Puig i Cadafalch Route
Institute Of Urban Landscape, Barcelona City Council, Barcelona
271 pp., 21 x 15 cm, colour illustrations. Text in English, Catalan, Spanish and French
Available in paperback with flaps / euros 15
For more information: www.barcelonabooks.com

Designed by the architect Josep Puig i Cadafalch in 1898, Casa Coll i Regàs has opened its doors to the public after a meticulous rehabilitation process of its façade.

The current owner of this Modernista gem in Mataró, Fundació Iluro, has commenced a series of activities to promote Casa Coll i Regàs to the general public.

Starting 28 September 2017, the house can be visited from Thursday to Sunday as part of two guided tours: Casa Coll i Regàs as an example of an age reveals the construction boom and design of Mataró's new expansion area within the historical context of Modernisme and the figure of Joaquim Coll i Regàs, a socially dedicated and committed businessman, and Casa Coll i Regàs as an example of the Modernista arts gives visitors a greater insight into the use of the applied arts in the house from their most artisanal side. Both tours include a coffee on the terrace.

Fundació Iluro also offers the following education workshops for schools: "Urbanitz'art", giving young children the chance to work on the creative process of the modern artist; "Materialitz'art", which reveals the creative materials used during the Modernista period by comparing them with today's materials using printers and 3D pencils (this workshop is also offered as part of a family visit on the first Sunday of each month), and "Debats de l'obrador" (Workroom discussions), an opportunity to discuss and compare the sectors of Modernista society with 21st-century society.

The building is also available for companies and individuals who wish to stage events in a unique, historic setting.

For more information about Casa Coll i Regàs and online bookings, please visit the website: www.casacolliregas.cat

Casa Vicens, designed by Antoni Gaudí, has opened its doors to the general public for the first time. Built between 1883 and 1885 as a summer house for the Vicens family, it had been used as a family residence for more than 130 years. Now, after a painstaking rehabilitation process that has taken two years, Casa Vicens is again sparkling with all its splendour to house a series of permanent and temporary exhibition spaces and activities to complete your visit.

This first masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí, located in Carrer Carolines, 20, Barcelona, was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005.

For more information: https://casavicens.org/prepare-your-visit/

Restoration work on the façade of the Villa Majorelle has now been completed. This action brings to a close the first stage of a restoration process that will culminate with the renovation of the building?s interior, where its original furniture will be displayed.

The Villa Majorelle is one of the most outstanding gems of French Art Nouveau. Located in the city of Nancy, it was designed by the Parisian architect Henri Sauvage and built between 1901 and 1902.