Design
TORD BOONTJE: ENCHANTED WORLD: THE ROMANCE OF DESIGN
Written by Boontje, Tord
This highly anticipated follow-up volume presents the exquisite designs of Tord Boontje, one of the most creative and romantic industrial designers working today.
ALAN CHAN: COLLECTING INSPIRATION FOR DESIGN
Written by Shaw, Catherine
Alan Chan, the renowned designer with an impeccable eye for Asian artifacts, has amassed a remarkable collection of over 10,000 exquisitely designed and crafted pieces. This rare personal insight into the influences and inspirations behind acclaimed Hong Kong designer and collector Alan Chan gives an intimate view of the collection of objets he has fastidiously assembled throughout his
DESIGN OF EVERYDAY THINGS (REVISED, EXPANDED)
Written by Norman, Don
Design doesn't have to complicated, which is why this guide to human-centered design shows that usability is just as important as aesthetics. Even the smartest among us can feel inept as we fail to figure out which light switch or oven burner to turn on, or whether to push, pull, or slide a door.
PATENTED: 1,000 DESIGN PATENTS
Written by Rinaldi, Thomas
An unprecedented, essential field guide to more than a century of fascinating product and industrial design
PALATE PALETTE: TASTY ILLUSTRATIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Written by Victionary
Palate Palette was inspired by a simple but intriguing question: "What do the best artists and illustrators around the world love to eat?" Brimming with colorful and characterful artwork, the book features a variety of food-related illustrations as well as charming personal anecdotes written/sketched by the artists/illustrators themselves - making it a feast for the senses
PALETTE MINI SERIES 04: NEON
Written by Victionary
PALETTE -- viction: ary's best-selling colour-themed series -- has been one of the most sought-after references for designers around the world. In keeping up with the needs of digital-savvy creative practitioners today, the PALETTE mini series was launched at the end of 2019.
PALETTE MINI 05: PASTEL: NEW LIGHT-TONED GRAPHICS
Written by Victionary
PALETTE -- viction: ary's best-selling colour-themed series -- has been one of the most sought-after references for designers around the world. In keeping up with the needs of digital-savvy creative practitioners today, the PALETTE mini series was launched at the end of 2019.
CHRISTOPHER DRESSER: DESIGN PIONEER
Written by Donnelly, Max
Christopher Dresser (1834-1904) is one of the most influential British designers of all time and is widely regarded as Britain's first independent industrial designer. More than a century later, his works still look remarkably modern.
CENTURY OF COLOR IN DESIGN
Written by Harrison, David
The allure of color is time honored and undeniable, but its inspired use in product design is a relatively new development.