NOVEDADES

En las calles del Brooklyn de principios de los setenta, donde todavía no se perciben indicios de gentrificación, tiene lugar un ritual diario: lo llaman la danza. El dinero cambia de manos, se entregan pertenencias, el poder prevalece. La violencia está en todas partes, es una moneda de cambio. Para cualquier chaval –ya sea mulato, negro o blanco– la calle es el escenario donde exhibir su fuerza, sus debilidades y sus vergüenzas, mientras los demás actores se esconden entre bastidores: padres, policías, obreros, libreros, propietarios de viviendas; los que escriben los titulares, las historias y las leyes; los que dan nombre al barrio. A simple vista, las reglas se adivinan obvias, pero bajo el prisma de la memoria no está claro quién es víctima y quién delincuente. Las puertas de un vecindario, convertido hoy en oasis para ricos, se abren para mostrar, bajo la resplandeciente fachada de sus edificios, historias pasadas y presentes.

No hay nada más único y más diverso que una ciudad. En cada una, millones y millones de personas se cruzan, se miran, se rozan, se dejan atrás: nos acostumbramos a que nuestras vidas sucedan entre multitudes de desconocidos de los que somos, al mismo tiempo, vecinos, compatriotas, víctimas, verdugos, compañeros de esperanzas y de frustraciones. Con ellos construimos y compartimos el estilo de nuestra ciudad, esas características que la hacen distinta de todas las demás. BUE refleja esta diversidad: sus páginas están atravesadas por docenas de personajes, situaciones, culturas, espacios, voces que arman el fresco, desbordante de vida, del último siglo de una de las ciudades más sorprendentes y sorprendidas de Occidente.

Over two decades, William Curtis and Russell Windham have worked to show that classical architecture can embody the same attention to context and custom approach to design often ascribed to more modern movements, underscoring how versatile classical ideals and details can be. In styles reminiscent of the great Tudor manor houses of England to quaint symmetrical clapboard farmhouses, quintessentially Mission-style haciendas, and of course neo-Georgian mansions, the firm builds houses with a faithful adherence to historical detail, proportion, and materials that makes them stand out as truly world-class designers. With interiors as much a part of their core practice as exteriors, this firm is able to carry through an integrity of vision—graciously curved banisters, warm and inviting mantels, detailed brickwork, and coffered ceilings—that makes every project feel truly whole, complete. Yet a strong sense still pervades every featured home that they are organized to support modern lifestyles, taking the best of the past and adapting it to create homes that are truly comfortable and functional for today’s families.

Every year, Bvlgari launches its High Jewelry collection, featuring 150 mesmerizing, one-of-a-kind pieces. This year, the focus of the design is the symbolism and richness of the world of color—a luxurious journey through shapes, hues, and a multitude of creative forms. The colors of gems have always provided a source of inspiration and innovation for Bvlgari. This year’s jewelry collection goes to the roots of the brand famous for forging new creative paths. Bvlgari’s ever-evolving aesthetic goes hand in hand with its commitment to high-end Italian craftmanship. This unique volume presents Bvlgari’s craftmanship and artistry and provides a lavish catalogue at the highest level of the jeweler’s art and contributions of artists exploring the world of colors with their works.

The special first edition hardcover will include a gorgeous, shimmering jacket with effects, brilliantly illustrated four-color endpapers, striking and detailed-stained edges, and a beautiful foil-stamped case. In a world of magical artifacts and fantastical beings, a woman determined to save her family joins forces with an unlikely partner—a minotaur—in this steamy romantasy by USA Today bestselling author Ruby Dixon. As a Holder’s daughter, Aspeth Honori knows the importance of magical artifacts . . . which is why it’s a disaster that her father has gambled all theirs away. Now that her family is in danger of losing their hold—and their heads—if anyone finds out the truth, Aspeth decides to do something about it. She’ll join the Royal Artifactual Guild and the adventurers who explore ancient underground ruins to retrieve the coveted arcane items.