The 17th edition of this yearbook presents an array of contemporary domestic designs from around the world. This special materials edition presents a wide range of materials used in furniture, lighting, tableware and textile design.
"Interior architecture is not about cosmetic surgery but about complete organ transplant. The individuals and companies featured in this book are not only working with surface and appearance but also in the control of shape, space, services, and identity." So states the author in her opening essay. An invaluable introduction to the key names and projects in contemporary interior architecture, this book covers the work of 55 international practitioners. It includes both the firmly established and the up and coming; the classic and the more experimental. For each entry there are 6 pages that contain a critical appraisal as well as full biographical details. This is followed by images of the key works by that designer concentrating on the most recent but also the iconic where relevant.Those featured control the shape of public spaces, services, and identity to reflect the demands of the 21st century.
This book provides an in-depth study of the creative and manufacturing processes behind 50 contemporary domestic design objects. Chosen from all around the world, they span furniture, lighting, tableware, textiles, and other products. Featuring the work of both long-established and emerging designers, each product is selected for its significant use of new technology,unorthodox or complex production process, use of innovative materials (or traditional materials adapted in new and unexpected ways) and, in some cases, for the creative concept behind it.Beginning with a general introduction, each project is then presented through explanatory text as well as aninspirational image, sketch, detail shots of production processes, and the completed product. A glossary of production methods is also included. Process offers an interesting and useful insight into how products are designed, for students and professional designers alike.
Bringing together the best of contemporary design for the home, this is a comprehensive roundup of 1,000 striking and innovative objects produced in the last five years. It covers furniture, storage, lighting, textiles, carpets and rugs, bathrooms, table- and kitchenware, and electronic products. Web addresses of designers and manufacturers are given for every object, along with full captions and color illustrations, making every design easy to source. Captions provide details of materials and dimensions, numerous commentaries give an insight into currently developments in design, and there is also a listing of all the best design stores around the world. Work by the likes of Philippe Starck, Jasper Morrison, Ron Arad, Marcel Wanders, the Campana brothers, Karim Rashid, Ross Lovegrove, Tom Dixon, Michele de Lucchi, and Constantin Boym are featured as well as revealing interviews with thirty top designers.
