The most innovative iconic and influential products ever designed - from 1663 to the present
day 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. Wegner and Florence Knoll.
Carefully revised to bring every detail up to date and with the addition of 100 new items that
highlight designers from a diverse variety of backgrounds (including a greater number of female
designers) and products from the last 15 years this collection of the world's greatest product
design is more comprehensive compelling - and relevant - than ever before. 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. 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. This handsome book is the perfect
reference guide for design enthusiasts industry professionals and all those interested in the
creative process.
