Living in Asia - Taschen book

The meeting of traditional architecture with cutting-edge design in this compact showcase of life in Asia. Traveling through Tibet, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, and Malaysia, we enter Shiv Niwas Palace in Octopussy, Tibetan monasteries adorned in gold, skyscrapers overlooking the Singapore skyline, and many other breathtaking locations.

TAUCHEN is a leading and most recognizable publisher of books on fine art, architecture, design, fashion, photography, pop culture, style, and travel. Collaborating closely with renowned creative partners, the company has published thousands of titles in dozens of languages. From the incredible essence of the Basic Art series to collectible SUMO editions. TAUCHEN’s mission remains a continuous commitment to diversity and innovation. Regardless of the subject and price—from $10 to $10,000—the brand strives to treat each topic with equal respect, and to produce, design, and package each of its books beautifully and uniquely.

Founded by Benedikt Taschen in 1980 as a small comic book store in Cologne, it now sells its books worldwide. In addition to its international distribution network, the private publisher runs an e-commerce website and 14 brand stores around the world, from Beverly Hills, New York, and Miami to London, Brussels, Paris, and Milan. The TASCHEN Gallery in Los Angeles hosts rotating exhibitions coordinated with the publishing program. The company is headquartered in Cologne and Los Angeles, with regional offices in Berlin, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Milan, New York, and Paris.

TAUCHEN is jointly managed by Benedikt Taschen and his eldest daughter Marlene Taschen. The publisher employs a team of over two hundred people and a network of independent collaborators working in editorial, finance and administration, PR, production, retail sales, and sales and marketing worldwide.

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