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Dubbed the cornerstone for innovation and creativity in 20th-century design, this book stands out as a significant compendium covering the era's artistic transformations. As we stepped into the 21st century, the transformative impact of the previous hundred years on design became more apparent, with aesthetics profoundly shaping daily life. Our living and work environments have essentially become showcases of style and ingenuity. This volume explores various artistic contributions that have reshaped the modern world, using a myriad of materials and styles ranging from organic to geometric. It covers significant movements such as Art Deco, Pop, and High-Tech, spotlighting influential figures like Bernhard Bertoia, De Stijl, Dieter Rams, Philippe Starck, and Charles and Ray Eames.
This indispensable resource meticulously traverses the evolution of design, offering a detailed exploration of shapes, colors, forms, and functions that defined the 20th century. It presents an extensive A-Z listing of designers and schools of design, encapsulating a thorough understanding of modern living. Richly illustrated, the book celebrates design in its broadest and most complete form.
Authored by Charlotte & Peter Fiell, who have an extensive portfolio with TASCHEN, this work includes titles such as "1000 Chairs," "Design of the 20th Century," and "Industrial Design A-Z." They also contributed to TASCHEN's "Decorative Art" series and worked on the expansive "domus 1928-1999" collection.