'Chances are if you've shaved with an electric razor blow-dried your hair or sparked up a
cigarette in the past 60 years you owe a debt of gratitude to Dieter Rams.' - New York Times
Made in close collaboration with Rams himself this catalogue raisonné is the ultimate
reference on one of the most influential product designers of all time Dieter Rams is one of
the most influential product designers of the twentieth century who for more than sixty years
has been defining the look feel and function of some of the world's best-loved consumer
items. Using his 'ten principles for good design' as a philosophy and practice for improving
the industry in a more holistic responsible way Rams has a stellar reputation with global
resonance. This extraordinary book forms a catalogue raisonné of every product that Rams has
designed in his lifetime - a true celebration of his seminal contribution to the field of
industrial and product design. Including 300 color illustrations the book is organized
chronologically each product is accompanied by a detailed description and specification
breakdown making this the ultimate reference guide for Rams fans and an ideal complement to
Phaidon's global bestseller - Dieter Rams: As Little Design as Possible.
