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Ferrari: Under the Skin catalogue

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Ferrari is an extraordinary, evolutionary company that emerged in the aftermath of World War II. Impelled by the fierce ambition of its founder, Enzo Ferrari, and the almost religious dedication of his team, Ferrari has since become one of the world’s most iconic and desirable car brands Drawing on rarely seen material, including personal ephemera, technical drawings, master models and striking product photography, Ferrari: Under the Skin offers an in-depth and revealing account of this fascinating success story Features exceptional and noteworthy Ferraris, each one chosen for its particular significance in the history of the company A must-have for Ferrari enthusiasts and car fans, as well as anyone wanting to know more about one of the most famous brands in history

Story of the Design Museum

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The definitive and essential guide, The Story of the Design Museum charts the history of London’s world-class Design Museum from the 1980s to the present day – from twenty-five years of groundbreaking exhibitions at its former home in Shad Thames to the future in its spectacular new home in a landmark 1960s architectural icon in Kensington Contributions from founder Sir Terence Conran, director Deyan Sudjic, designer John Pawson and photographer Hélène Binet capture the pioneering creative spirit of the world’s leading museum of contemporary design and architecture

Eduardo Paolozzi

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Artist and sculptor, Eduardo Paolozzi was a unique and prolific cultural figure. His work was instantly recognisable and chronicles the significant changes in British art from the 1950s to the post-post-modern late 1990s This imposing and stunningly illustrated hardback book provides an extensive overview of his prolific and complex work across from all periods and across all media including: sculpture, ceramics, tapestry, printmaking, collage and film An Italian Scot, Paolozzie began his studies at Edinburgh College of Art, before moving on to the Ruskin Drawing School and later the Slade. In the 1950s he became a founding member of the Independent Group, though he resisted the 'Pop' label, preferring instead to see his ground breaking interdisciplinarity as an expansion and extension of radical Surrealism Dedicating a chapter to each facet of Paolozzi's wide-ranging practice - including, in turn, his bronze, aluminium and public sculptures, as well as his early collages and his innovative screenprints - this book offers the definitive, illustrated, art-historical appraisal of an artist whose work continues to fascinate and inspire Eduardo's The Head of Invention sculpture for Terence Conran rests outside the entrance to the Design Museum

Modern Art in America 1908-68

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A radical re-evaluation of art history from the early twentieth century to the late 1960s, by William C. Agee There is a long, subtle history of the development of modernism in relation to American artists, as well as teachers, patrons and collectors, which can be traced through the first half of the twentieth century Agee's analysis includes artists working in the first half of the century as well as a discussion of the continuity between this period and the artists who went on to become celebrated internationally

My Life in Design Sir Terence Conran

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Terence Conran tells the story of the Conran brand over the last 60 years A diverse, remarkable career including the founding of Habitat, The Design Museum and his own extensive work in product design, furniture, catalogues and books Forward by Thomas Heatherwick, featuring more than 400 photographs and drawings

Peter Fischli, David Weiss: How to Work better

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This pays tribute to an artistic partnership of more than a 30 years Richly illustrated it explores their acclaimed and influential body of work, known for its sly humour and profound meditations on the everyday They celebrated the sheer triviality of everyday existence, observing the world with bemused detachment This book shows their often humorous works offers a sustained reflection on the intertwined strands of leisure, productivity and playful absurdity that shape our lives Their work explores the poetics of banality through photography, videos, slide projections, films, books, sculptures and multi media installations

Typography. Advertising. Book Design

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This book offers a comprehensive view of an area of work from Max Bill that has so far received little attention: typography, advertising and book design. One discovers Max Bill as the tireless creator of highly individual types and commercial logos as well as a designer with a sense of visual humour. Bill pursued two opposing principles and accordingly left behind two lines in his work: a graphic one and a sculptural one. This title is presented with texts by Gerd Fleischmann, Hans Rudolf Bosshard and Christoph Bignens 

Sony Design: Making Modernity

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An impressive book dedicated to the innovative designs of Sony, a trailblazer in personal electronics and pioneer of legendary portable electronics This book beautifully catalogues their vast achievements in design and impact on global culture for almost seventy years In-depth case studies from Sony's archives on the development of the WALKMAN, the Handycam, the flat-screen TV, and the PlayStation make this the definitive history of Sony design With a stunning cover and interior design inspired by some of the most memorable Sony products, this book is a must-have for design and technology enthusiasts

MAD works MAD architects

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A complete overview of the most important contemporary architecture practice ever to have emerged from China It documents the buildings of the MAD architects and traces the development of their ideas through associated practice including art, research, and exhibition projects MAD works is illustrated with photographs, architectural drawings, and 3D visualisations to explore their works, unbuilt projects, and future ideas Dimensions: 25 x 29cm 240 pages

The Monocle Guide to Good Business

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The Monocle Guide to Good Business is a book for would-be business leaders, start-ups, and established companies that feel it’s time for some new ideas. It’s a book made to be used. Write in its margins and turn over the corners of its pages. But don’t expect management speak or miracles for untold riches. This is not a book about staging a revolution. Rather, this is a book about doing things well—from how you run the show to the pens you buy. And even about taking your dog to work The 300-page book features original photography and illustrations printed on a selection of the highest-quality papers. The Monocle Guide to Good Business is a handbook for those who want to make a company that will last; it’s the ultimate reference for doing a job you love

Pattern: 100 Fashion Designers, 10 Curators

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An international survey of 100 of the most significant and groundbreaking contemporary fashion and accessory designers The 100 fashion designers are arranged in alphabetical order, with each featured on their own two double-page spreads Combining photographs, sketches, drawings and computer renderings, Pattern explains the processes behind seasonal collections, as well as showcasing final pieces from the realms of menswear, womenswear, shoes, hats and accessories Concise, descriptive texts by curators explain the designers' work and the characteristics that make their fashion groundbreaking Compiled by Imran Amed, Tavi Gevinson, Gert Jonkers and Jop van Bennekom, Tim Lim, Preen, Yasmin Sewell, SHOWstudio, Keegan Singh, Heather Sproat, A.F. Vandevorst

The Monocle Guide to Cosy Homes

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Both a practical guide and a great source of inspiration, this book presents the interiors, furniture, and locations you need to know about along with portraits of the people who can make it happen Most architecture and interior books show houses polished to perfection, manicured to the extent that it is hard to imagine anybody actually lives there: they seem to miss the point that homes are meant to be inhabited A handbook for making a home that will stand the test of time; take knocks and scuffs in its stride; and where lives can unfold, children grow up, and dogs run wild

Do/Grow

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Ever wanted to grow your own but don’t have the time, the space, or even know where to start? Alice Holden has spent her life outdoors working on small and large scales – from kitchen gardens to commercial farms, and in Do/Grow she explains how to optimise the space and time available to you Find out the basic tools to get started, how to make a raised bed and why you need one and how to increase your chances of success Includes colour photographs throughout and delicious recipes from celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall Paperback 128 pages Materials: Munken, an FSC-certified paper Dimensions: 12 x 17.8cm

Bottom Ash Observatory

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Bottom Ash Observatory, is the encyclopedic book by Christien Meindertsma that takes the reader on a expedition through a bucket filled with 25 kg of bottom ash, and shows the astounding richness and value this material holds By sieving, drying, laser-analyzing and separating tens of thousands of pieces by hand, Meindertsma succeeded in extracting numerous materials, melting down the 12 most valuable to show the richness of the bottom ash The process of adding value to waste by separating it is rapidly innovating, and Meinderstma illustrates where this rich urban ore deposit can lead us. Photographer Mathijs Labadie captures every step of this process in minute detail Limited edition of 2000

Sar: The Essence of Indian Design

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An exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 classic objects The book explores the elements that make Indian design so special, including the varied manufacturing and decorating techniques of the country’s incredibly skilled craftsmen, highly specialized object designs that have been refined over centuries, and ongoing responses to nature, technology, and necessity The objects were chosen for their enduring quality and beauty, and their integral connection to Indian culture Rather than following a chronological order or concentrating on the (often anonymous) designers, this book separates the objects into abstract categories anchored by Hindi words chosen to illuminate how each object fits into the lives of Indians

Alex Steinweiss - Music for the eyes: The inventor of album art

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Record collectors and graphic designers rejoice! With this fresh, affordable edition of Alex Steinweiss’s genius cover art, discover the bold typography and illustration that revolutionised the way music was consumed Includes personal recollections of the father of album covers, ephemera from his epic career, and insightful essays