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When did sofas become sexy? From the advent of aspirational design magazines like "Wallpaper*" to the popularity of interior design shows on television, all signs indicate that we are living in a boom time for furniture design. "The Furniture Machine" is the first in-depth book-length examination of the major trends and designers in contemporary furniture design over the last 15 years. More than 170 illustrations and designs from cutting-edge designers, including Philippe Starck, Ron Arad, and Marc Newson, illuminate the workings of the furniture industry during this exciting period. Attention is also given to the innovations of Italian manufacturers like Cappellini and B&B Italia, and to the increasing influence of conceptual design, making this an ideal survey for home enthusiasts as well as students of design.

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Non-handmade furniture by European designers is profiled in this fun catalogue full of color images of chairs, tables, couches, and other pieces, many of them made of plastic. The ideas and philosophies of 12 designers, including Philippe Starck, Ilse Crawford, and Gaetano Pesce are described, with discussion of the genesis, materials, and manufacture of specific pieces. The volume is oversized: 10x11.5". Distributed by Harry N. Abrams. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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About the Author

Gareth Williams is the author of Branded? and co-curator and contributor to the exhibition and book Brand.New. He also curated the highly successful contemporary furniture exhibition Milan in a Van.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9781851774944
Author:
Williams, Gareth
Publisher:
Victoria & Albert Museum
Subject:
History
Subject:
20th century
Subject:
Design - Furniture
Subject:
Furniture; decorative arts; interior design
Subject:
Furniture
Subject:
General-General
Copyright:
2006
Publication Date:
October 2006
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
176
Dimensions:
11.66x9.96x.85 in. 2.82 lbs.
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