The Design Book, 9781838661434
Hardcover
Five centuries of iconic designs that shaped our world.
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The Design Book

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  • Hardcover

    544 pages

  • Release Date

    7 September 2020

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Summary

From the paper clip to the Eames Lounge Chair, the hundreds of everyday objects included in THE DESIGN BOOK span the last five centuries and shape our society in indelible ways. This extraordinary collection includes classic pieces by Breuer, Le Corbusier, and Castiglioni as well as anonymously designed objects like the deck chair and the whisk. Each entry has been carefully reviewed to bring every detail fully up to date and, with the addition of 30 products designed within the last 15 years…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781838661434
ISBN-10:1838661433
Author:Phaidon Editors
Publisher:Phaidon Press Ltd
Imprint:Phaidon Press Ltd
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:544
Release Date:7 September 2020
Weight:654g
Dimensions:163mm x 123mm x 29mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

‘Looks great on a coffee table but also features innovative designs spanning centuries.’ – The Cut

‘From the paperclip to extraordinary home furnishings, the details and history of designs that have bettered and shaped the human experience over the last 500 years – including 30 new ones from the lat 15 years – make for an addictive read whether you’re a Corbusier fan or a trivia buff.’ – 360 West Magazine

Praise for the original edition:

‘Phaidon seems to have pulled off the rare trick of creating something accessible and wide-ranging, but genuinely interesting and informative too.’ – Design Week

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Phaidon Editors

Conceived and edited by Phaidon Editors

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