The book showcases celebrated names alongside the new stars of modern design, including Le Corbusier, Alvar and Aino Aalto, Isamu Noguchi, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Lani Adeoye, Faye Toogood, and Lindsey Adelman. Working with a broad and diverse panel of contributors from around the world, Phaidon Editors have created many of Phaidon's classic publications, including 30,000 Years of Art, The Fashion Book, The Gardener’s Garden, and the Atlas of Brutalist Architecture. And when questions arose (regarding a bookshelf that needed clever assembly), their representatives in Finland were so helpful and thoughtful.

Originating from the highly acclaimed and groundbreaking three-volume Phaidon Design Classics, this new book presents 1,000 of the world's greatest objects in one large-format volume - from everyday items by anonymous creators to lauded pieces by the likes of Charles and Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Dieter Rams, Richard Sapper, Hans J.All corners are dented, one of them a bit teared up and glue or dirt is visible on top, which could have drooped due to torn packaging. A chronological overview of some of the most ubiquitous, elegant, and impactful designs from the past four centuries. Offers history buffs a chance to learn more about the chairs, cars, and objects they love and recognize as well as to discover something new.

We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Design Classics, published by Phaidon, presents one thousand of the most important design classics, from 1663 to the present day. Since the publisher's founding in Vienna in 1923, Phaidon has sold more than 42 million books worldwide. This revision reveals that what we deem iconic is much like the universe itself – both timeless and ever- expanding.Filled with eye-catching, inspiration-lighting ideas that any design enthusiast will love to explore.

This dealer went above and beyond to make sure there is no corner bends nor any crease by packaging it with utmost care and protection the product, I am overly impressed with it. Reading the stories behind these humble objects is every bit as enjoyable as revisiting the iconic masterpieces of Alvar Aalto, Ray and Charles Eames and Dieter Rams. Each entry is accompanied by beautiful imagery and a detailed description that offers a rich insight into the product, its history, and its maker, from the renowned Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen to the much-loved Bird Zero e-scooter.

Each item is introduced by a beautiful illustration and a detailed description of the product, its history and its maker. Nothing cheap here, that’s for sure, but this is perfect for special treats, and there’s IKEA for the rest! This handsome book is the perfect reference guide for design enthusiasts, industry professionals, and all those interested in the creative process. Originating from the highly acclaimed and groundbreaking three-volume Phaidon Design Classics , this new book presents 1,000 of the world's greatest objects in one large-format volume - from everyday items by anonymous creators to lauded pieces by the likes of Charles and Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Dieter Rams, Richard Sapper, Hans J.