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Safe: Design Takes On Risk
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Safe: Design Takes On Risk
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Authors and Contributors |
Edited by Paola Antonelli
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:216 | Dimensions(mm): Height 240,Width 190 |
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Category/Genre | Industrial / commercial art and design |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780870705809
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Classifications | Dewey:745.2 |
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Illustrations |
330 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Museum of Modern Art
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Imprint |
Museum of Modern Art
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Publication Date |
28 November 2005 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
There is a whole category of design objects and prototypes designed in order to respond to situations of emergency, to protect the body and the mind from dangerous or stressful situations, and to provide a sense of comfort and safety. This book explores these objects, featuring designs and objects in areas such as protective gear, everyday safety devices, emergency shelters, life support equipment, bioengineering and emergency vehicles.
Author Biography
Paola Antonelli joined The Museum of Modern Art in 1994, where she is a Curator in the Department of Architecture and Design.
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