History of Design from the Victorian Era to the Present - Softcover

Ferebee, Ann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0442231156 ISBN 13: 9780442231156

Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Inc.,U.S., 1980

Synopsis

This abundantly illustrated overview of modern design across continents and cultures highlights key movements and design traditions. A cross-disciplinary book, it outlines the milestones of modern design history, including Art Nouveau's breathtaking ornament, the Bauhaus' "new vision", the rise of the International Style, postmodernism and contemporary currents, ranging from the Crystal Palace of 1851 to the iPhone.

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Review

[H]as opened my eyes to the world of modern architecture, interiors and industrial design. I'm not fascinated with Antonio Gaudi and Art Nouveau architecture, and I have a newfound respect for pop art I previously scoffed. A History of Design delves deep into the social and economic environments that birthed each movement and the natural evolution from one period to another. It's definitely staying on my top shelf.

I'm now fascinated with Antonio Gaudi and Art Nouveau architecture, and I have a newfound respect for pop art I previously scoffed. A History of Design delves deep into the social and economic environments that birthed each movement and the natural evolution from one period to another. It's definitely staying on my top shelf.

Laudably, they include areas often omitted: photography, graphic, and interior design.... Recommended.

About the Author

Ann Ferebee's interest in design began in the late 1950's with a reporter's job on the staff of Industrial Design. In the early 1960's she launched Design and Environment, with a special focus on landscape architecture and the design of public space. She also taught the history of modern architecture and design at Pratt Institute and the Parsons School of Design. In 1979 she founded the Institute for Urban Design, a membership organization for landscape architects, architects, and planners, of which she is now director emerita. Jeff Byles is an author and journalist who has written about architecture, urbanism, and culture for The New York Times, The Village Voice, Metropolis, Modern Painters, Cabinet, The Believer, and other publications. His book Rubble: Unearthing the History of Demolition was named a Best Book of the Year by The Village Voice and Time Out New York.

Edition details

• Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Inc.,U.S.
• Publication date: 1980
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0442231156
• ISBN 13: 9780442231156
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128