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Designed for Kids: A Complete Sourcebook of Stylish Products for the Modern Family
Hardback
Main Details
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Designed for Kids: A Complete Sourcebook of Stylish Products for the Modern Family
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Phyllis Richardson
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:256 | Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 189 |
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Category/Genre | Product design |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780500514139
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Classifications | Dewey:745.2083 |
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Illustrations |
754 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Thames & Hudson Ltd
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Imprint |
Thames & Hudson Ltd
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Publication Date |
15 September 2008 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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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
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