A leading designer of the 20th century is profiled in this book that defies the idea that design is inacessible. Contains an introductory essay addressing Michael Graves' life, plus photos of his work in color and b&w.
This book focuses on a designer who has never been short of ideas.
Karim Rashid, known for his biomorphic furniture and home products, has had much of his work produced by Umbra, Nambé, Method, Fasem and many other progressive manufacturers. This book features some of his most significant designs.
In an introduction to the catalogue of his first art exhibition in 1956, when a mere seventeen, he brashly declared his "right to be incoherent.
With an abundance of images and an insightful essay by design critic Michael Webb, Compact Design Portfolio: George Nelson celebrates this inclusive genius of classic mid-twentieth century design."--BOOK JACKET.
Arne Jacobsen's furniture, such as his classic Ant Chair and Egg Chair, have become world-famous exemplars of Danish modern design. This book includes some of his most significant work, with an overview from established design writers.
Spa: The Sensuous Experience provides a timely exploration of 40 of the very best spas created over the years, from more recent examples to traditional destinations that have become classic icons in the spa world.
This collection of photographs and sketches spans his entire career and includes insightful text by design critic Michael Webb."--BOOK JACKET.
The life and works of the modern furniture designer.
Written by top design critics, these books cover modern masters whose work ranges from the cozily domestic to the aggressively avant-garde: Eva Zeisel, whose elegantly democratic housewares span a 70-year career; Ingo Maurer, who raises ...
The stylish little books in our new Compact Design Portfolio series put great classic and contemporary design within everyone's grasp. Launching with four leading designers of the twentieth century--Richard Sapper,...