Synopses & Reviews
Since the early 20th century, Chicago has continually fostered young design talent and established itself as a pivotal arts center. This handsome bookand#150;and#150;published on the 25th anniversary of the Art Instituteand#8217;s Department of Architecture and Designand#150;and#150;features twenty-five young artists from Chicagoand#160;who showcase the depth and breadth of the city's design culture.
The featured artists and their firms, including UrbanLab, JNL Graphic Design, and Quaand#8217;Virarch, reflect exciting talents in industrial, furniture, and graphic design, as well as fashion and architectureand#150;and#150;and represent the generationand#160;thatand#160;is leadingand#160;the city into the 21st century. The book includes an essay by Joseph Rosa that traces the evolution of design in Chicago from its origins to today and provides a fascinating and up-to-date look at contemporary architecture and design.
About the Author
Joseph Rosa is John H. Bryan Curator of Architecture and Design at the Art Institute of Chicago.