Icons of Design

Download or read book Icons of Design written by Volker Albus and published by Prestel Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What do Bic pens, Zippo lighters, Barbie dolls, and compact discs have in common? They can be found everywhere-and have become true icons of design. The stunning objects in this fully illustrated volume include furniture and household appliances, cars and toys, as well as many other design items which transcended their everyday utility to achieve iconic status during the twentieth century. Each object is examined in color photographs and illustrations of its use, together with a brief biography of the designer and additional fascinating information illuminating our contemporary design culture. Icons of Design offers a new way to see and appreciate the things we use every day. Book jacket.