Designing for Centuries: Pioneers of 20th Century Modern Design

Author: (English) Penny Spark
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Designing a Century of Design—Pioneers of 20th Century Modern Design
This book is truly invaluable for enthusiasts who wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of the history of design styles. It provides an in-depth and personal account of the development journeys of the most influential design masters of the entire 20th century, interprets the significant movements and trends experienced by design over the past century based on the evolution of their design styles, and presents an overall picture of the development of modern design. Each chapter focuses on one master, introducing their main representative works, analyzing the formation process of their design styles and concepts, and objectively explaining how their design works have influenced the design practices and ideas of other designers. At the same time, the book celebrates those who have made great contributions to the development of world design and praises the profound impact of modern design on social development. The book features over 580 full-color photographs showcasing design innovations in fields such as furniture, glass, ceramics, industrial products, and home appliances.
[Target Audience] This book is suitable for architects, furniture designers, industrial designers, and other design professionals.