Design
The Definitive Visual History
Published on 6. October 2015
Book
Hardback
480 pages
978-1-4654-3801-0 (ISBN)
Description
An ode to the audacity, originality, and beauty of design, this stunning visual guide traces the major design movements over the last 150 years.
Explore the iconic styles and stories that made up historical movements in design innovation. Browse delightful image catalogs covering innovation in glassware, posters, typography, furniture, and much more.
Arranged chronologically from 1850 to the present day, this book follows the fascinating evolution of design, with a special focus on its influence on the look and functionality of daily-use objects including telephones, cameras, toys, and clothes. Chapters dedicated to Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modern, and Postmodern aesthetic help you investigate cultural shifts and identify artistic revolutions.
This volume also includes profiles of iconic designers from around the world including Alvar Aalto, Frank Gehry, and Philippe Starck.
Packed with fabulous images of objects, technology, prints, buildings, and interiors, Design: The Definitive Visual History is a true celebration of classic design - and the perfect gift for design lovers of any age.
Explore the iconic styles and stories that made up historical movements in design innovation. Browse delightful image catalogs covering innovation in glassware, posters, typography, furniture, and much more.
Arranged chronologically from 1850 to the present day, this book follows the fascinating evolution of design, with a special focus on its influence on the look and functionality of daily-use objects including telephones, cameras, toys, and clothes. Chapters dedicated to Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modern, and Postmodern aesthetic help you investigate cultural shifts and identify artistic revolutions.
This volume also includes profiles of iconic designers from around the world including Alvar Aalto, Frank Gehry, and Philippe Starck.
Packed with fabulous images of objects, technology, prints, buildings, and interiors, Design: The Definitive Visual History is a true celebration of classic design - and the perfect gift for design lovers of any age.
Reviews / Votes
"Inexpensive, concise, and lavishly illustrated, this book is recommended for any library." - Booklist (Starred Review)"...luxurious visuals that include timelines, historical photos, designer portraits and a tremendous selection of products and art." - Columbus Dispatch
"Flip through pages showcasing the evolution of telephones, armchairs, word processors, and more ... For anyone looking to bridge a generation gap, visuals are always a good way to go and the visuals in this book are stunning." - Forbes.com
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
DK
Dimensions
Height: 308 mm
Width: 260 mm
Thickness: 35 mm
Weight
2784 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4654-3801-0 (9781465438010)
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Schweitzer Classification
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Book
03/2021
2nd Edition
Dorling Kindersley
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Persons
DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world's leading illustrated reference publisher and part of Penguin Random House, formed on July 1, 2013. DK publishes highly visual, photographic nonfiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 87 countries and in 62 languages, with offices in Delhi, London, Melbourne, Munich, New York, and Toronto. DK's aim is to inform, enrich, and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products. Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery, and parenting. DK's extensive children's list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers, and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the bestselling LEGO (R) books. DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series and Prima Games, video gaming publishers.