Dizajn už nie je cenovo dostupný len pre boháčov. Existujú totiž umelci, ktorí sa snažia, aby bol dostupný všetkým. Chápu ho ako demokratické umenie, čo znamená, že sa dotýka všetkých, bez ohľadu na spoločenské postavenie a kultúrne hodnoty. Súčasný svet sa rozvíja neuveriteľnou rýchlosťou a keďže si človek málokedy všíma jeho krásu, dizajn je v našich životoch na to, aby zlepšil náš život po estetickej, zmyslovej či emocionálnej stránke. Ak sa chcete dozvedieť o dizajne viac, v kníhkupectvách dostanete tie pravé knihy.
This book examines California''s enormous impact on contemporary design, from the counterculture of the 1960s to the tech culture of Silicon Valley. On a more expansive level, California: Designing Freedom explores the idea that California has pioneered tools of personal liberation - from LSD to surfboards ...
This astonishing book of alphabets, emblems and logos brings together the editors’ own selection of alphabets and symbols from their two famous previous volumes, Alphabets and Other Signs and ABZ: More Alphabets and other Signs, and adds much MORE new material.
Containing more than 950 all-new examples of outstanding creativity, this invaluable perennial organizes this year\''s groundbreaking designs into seven categories: logos, complete identity programs, corporate identity manuals, letterhead designs, package designs, signage and environmental graphics, ...
Fashion is one of the defining features of human evolution and culture. Its fascinating development through different civilizations and periods of our history is currently generating an impressive amount of interest, not only in the fashion world but also within the academic community and, as a result, ...
This is a highly visual, compact-format sourcebook, packed with top international packaging designers’ contemporary work, accompanied by essays on the surrounding issues. What Is Packaging Design? lays the foundations and professional guidelines for best practice when designing contemporary packaging. ...
One Show Design Volume 1 features all of the winners from the 2007 One Show Design competition. With categories including brand and corporate identity, package, environmental and broadcast design from iconic brands like Apple and Adidas, this first-ever annual features the best in design from all over ...
A sourcebook of inspiration from the world of industrial style in interior design, presenting the work of most influential names in the genre.
Forty years of "witty thinking" from over 500 designers, including hundreds of visual examples and interviews with the world''s top practitioners First published in 1996, A Smile in the Mind rapidly became one of the most influential books in graphic design - a rich sourcebook of design ideas and an ...
Street fashion and urban culture have come a long way from humble beginnings in the 90s. From disparate local scenes in Japan, Europe, and the US, the youth-driven movements of hip-hop, punk, and skateboarding have finally infiltrated high fashion. Brands are now eager to collaborate with the icons of ...
A stunning survey of yarn work in contemporary art, illustrating the myriad ways knitting and crochet have been embraced as a form of creative expression.
''Whatever the style, shoes have a message to be heard, and nowhere is it clearer than in this collection of some of the best fashion images of their age.'' - Alexandra Shulman The third book in the popular Vogue portfolio series, now available at the more pocket-friendly price of GBP30. In Vogue: The ...
From dazzling cities to eccentric small towns, from vast mountains to plains as far as the eye can see, Canada and the United States offer an awe-inspiring abundance of travel adventures. In this discerning hotel guide, Angelika Taschen guides you on your way, scouring the North American continent for ...
In this timeless and beautiful book, renowned architectural and interior designer, writer, shop-keeper and blogger Ben Pentreath presents a fresh and insightful overview of the classic English style. Visiting 12 very different homes, Ben explores and appraises the unique spirit of the English House - ...
The book is clearly divided into 80 subject categories and sub-sections, with sections devoted to automobilia, art deco, games, and money boxes for instance, along with the more traditional antiques categories such as ceramics, silver, and glass. This year special features include dogs, computer games, ...
It''s fair to say we all love a holiday. That perfect countryside retreat, captivating beach house, or remote island villa offers an experience that lingers beyond a stolen weekend or those carefree two weeks. But how do you grab some of that global glamour and transport it back home? Featuring fabulous ...
60 stunning works of contemporary architecture, all of which have a special relationship with the natural landscape. Elemental Living presents 60 works of architecture from across the 20th and 21st centuries that have a special relationship with the natural world. The book includes a visually breathtaking ...
Karl Lagerfeld drew inspiration from the dystopian vision of Metropolis. The picture-perfect worlds of Wes Anderson\''s films echo in Miuccia Prada\''s collections. From historical epics and romantic dramas to sci-fi blockbusters and arthouse cool, the world\''s most creative fashion designers have long ...
Arguably the most influential, imaginative, and provocative designer of his generation, Alexander McQueen both challenged and expanded fashion conventions to express ideas about race, class, sexuality, religion, and the environment. Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty examines the full breadth of the designer\''s ...
V knihe Perfect French Country autorka Ros Byam Shaw ukazuje pokojný francúzsky vidiek. Je prechádzkou po najkrajších vidieckych domoch, ktoré zdobia starobylé trámy, kamenné krby, obklady a podkrovie. V dnešnom rušnom svete plnom technológií, front a dopravných zápch, sa často snažíme vyhľadávať únik ...
Mnemonics are defined quite simply as the art of assisting memory. They play an essential role in successful graphics, and Sticky Graphics provides an in-depth exploration of this unusual but fascinating area. Through incisive case studies and interviews, Sticky Graphics presents methods and solutions ...
