The Design Book by Dk

The Design Book by Dk

Discover the key ideas, innovations, and breakthroughs in the history of design.

This book is the perfect introduction to the subject. It explores and explains the big ideas and key principles behind more than 90 celebrated design concepts and movements, placing each in its historical, cultural, and stylistic context.

The Design Book analyses the ideas and principles behind the design of pioneering products,
information systems and environments, exploring how creativity and innovation shape our lives,from the aesthetic movement to mid-century modern and contemporary parametricism.

In this book, you will find:

• The evolution of design from ancient times, through early manufacturing to the cutting-edge concepts of the 21st-century.
• Profiles of the individuals and manufacturers behind each ground-breaking development.
• Fascinating insight into design movements, showing how each one began and describing its philosophy and visual style.

Using the Big Ideas series' trademark combination of clear explanation, witty infographics, and inspirational quotes, The Design Book explains what makes a truly great design. It reveals the hidden stories behind the designed world.

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

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ISBN 13	9780241257074
ISBN 10	0241257077
Title	The Design Book
Author	Dk
Series	Dk Big Ideas
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Year published	2024-09-05
Number of pages	336
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.