This series delves into the visual language that has defined our modern world. Each volume uncovers the stories behind groundbreaking creations, from furniture to technology. It's a celebration of creativity and ingenuity, showcasing how these designs have shaped our environments. Essential for anyone interested in the history, art, and profound impact of visual aesthetics.
Focusing on innovative car designs from 1900 onwards, this book explores iconic models like the Mini Cooper and the Mercedes 300SL with gull-wing doors. It delves into the driving needs that inspired these designs, highlights groundbreaking designers, and examines the technological advancements that enabled their creation. Through a historical lens, readers will appreciate the evolution of automotive design and the creative minds behind these remarkable vehicles.
Discover the most amazing building designs since 1900. From the Empire State Building to, this book charts the story of design that led to some amazing games and gadgets. We look at the needs that prompted their design, the architects responsible for breaking boundariesand the technology that made them possible.
Examines the development of electronics design from the first transistor radio and the Telstar satellite to the Roomba and the Kindle, profiles noted designers, and discusses the design process and possible future developments.