The powerful aesthetic and philosophical foundation introduced by modernization in the early years of the 20th century revolutionized structured life, transformed our living spaces and lifestyles, and fundamentally changed the way we think about design. As modernist designers experimented with new forms, materials, and techniques, they rejected historical approaches to prioritize function over history and tradition.
This ambitious study brings together all facets and scales of design into a concise volume, showcasing the extensive breadth of both prominent and lesser-known forms, revealing unexpected connections and new approaches. Through sections on furniture, lighting, glass, ceramics, textiles, industrial and product design, graphic design and posters, architecture and interiors, and through profiles of nearly one hundred influential creators, including iconic figures such as Bruno Mathsson, Charlotte Perriand, and László Moholy-Nagy, as well as architects like Alvar Aalto, Le Corbusier, Eliel Saarinen, and Walter Gropius, the scope of the book is unprecedented.
Complete with specially commissioned essays by esteemed academics and experts on the subject, and with nearly 650 illustrations, most in color, this book is expected to become the definitive reference for a generation, equally necessary for the designer's studio, libraries, or the collector's office.
Pages: 480, Year of Publication: 1001, Dimensions: 24x24cm
