Design

The Definitive Visual History

DK, Judith Miller, Smithsonian Institution , Smithsonian Institution

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DK
23 March 2023

Series: DK Definitive Cultural Histories

An updated edition of DK's stunning visual celebration of the world's most important designs and design movements

Discover the history of design with this gorgeous visual celebration of key pieces, movements, and designers, from the Arts and Craft movement to the digital age.

Arranged chronologically, Design traces the evolution of design from its roots to the present day, from early chairs, pottery, and homewares to cars, graphic design, and product design. It introduces all the key designers, manufacturers, and objects, illustrating how and why different styles emerged and became popular. It also provides a fascinating insight into design movements, showing how each one began and explaining its philosophy and visual style, from the Arts and Crafts movement to mid-century modern and contemporary.

Featuring expert analysis, stunning photography, and a huge range of objects both familiar and extraordinary, Design explains what makes a truly great design and reveals the hidden stories behind the everyday things all around us.

With profiles of famous designers and manufacturers, such as William Morris, the Bauhaus, Alvar Aalto, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Vitra, and stunning images of iconic buildings and interiors, it provides a glorious and comprehensive view of classic design across the last two centuries.

By: DK
Foreword by: Judith Miller
Contributions by: Smithsonian Institution, Smithsonian Institution
Imprint: DK
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 289mm, Width: 244mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 1.989kg
ISBN: 9780241631782
ISBN 10: 0241631785
Series: DK Definitive Cultural Histories
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 23 March 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Judith Miller (foreword writer) started collecting antiques in the late 1960s, whilst a student at Edinburgh University. In 1979 she became the co-founder of Miller's Antiques Price Guide. Since then, she has written more than 100 books on the subject of design and antiques. She is a frequent contributor to newspapers and magazines, and has hosted several TV shows. She is a regular presenter on BBC's The Antiques Roadshow.