100 Japanese Gardens

The Japanese label Ypsilon International presents its second recording with the pianist Takahiro Yoshikawa totally devoted to Debussy. Yoshikawa plays Debussy paying close attention to every single detail through an in depth reading of the scores. Due to his extremely sensitive touch and accurate use of the pedals we can perceive a new way of interpreting the works of one of the most important composers in the history of music, even in famous pages such as: Clair de lune di Suite bergamasque or Reflets dans l'eau di Image. The recording, which has already been released in Japan, has received excellent critical and audience reviews.

German digital botany software company Laubwerk has updated the Plants Kits to version 1.0.25. Laubwerk Plants Kits allow 3D artists and architects to insert photorealistic tree models into their 3D scenes quickly and easily, without the usual slow downs due to overly complicated parameters or excess memory usage.

Presenter Kevin McCloud follows some of Britain's most ambitious self-building projects, as intrepid individuals attempt to design and construct the home of their dreams. From derelict castles to run down tug-boats, to old water-towers to eco-homes carved from the side of a hill, Channel 4's Grand Designs, proves nothing is impossible if you use a bit of imagination and have a bit of cash to splash.

This Japan guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking inspirational guides and planning a more extended trip. It provides interesting facts about Japan's people, history and culture and detailed coverage of the best places to see. This Japan travel book has the style of an illustrated magazine to inspire you and give a taste of Japan.

The Little Book of Kyoto is a celebratory visual guide to one of the world's truly unique cities.

Art historians delve into six decades of the BBC archives. How has television influenced our understanding of the world's greatest artists?