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Designed for Kids: A Complete Sourcebook of Stylish Products for the Modern Family

Hardback

Main Details

Title Designed for Kids: A Complete Sourcebook of Stylish Products for the Modern Family
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Phyllis Richardson
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 189
Category/GenreProduct design
ISBN/Barcode 9780500514139
ClassificationsDewey:745.2083
Audience
General
Illustrations 754 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
Publication Date 15 September 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Sourced from around the world, the book presents more than 450 cutting-edge products that are all aesthetically pleasing and technologically advanced. Informative texts review the strengths, materials and specifications of each item, while interviews with six internationally acclaimed design visionaries offer a professional perspective on the delights and challenges of designing for kids. An attractive format designed for reference and inspiration, and organized into categories related to the needs of children and their parents Includes interviews with six leading lights of design: Scott Wilson, Yves Behar, Paola Antonelli, Tom Dixon, Greg Lynn and John Maeda.

Author Biography

Phyllis Richardson has published numerous books on lifestyle, interiors and building, including multiple volumes of the 'StyleCity' travel series.

Reviews

'Definitely a book for all those parents interested in how designers design, and also in purchasing the very best on the market' - babygadget.net 'For anyone on the hunt for smart kids stuff it's an excellent, wide-ranging selection' - Coolhunting