An important Bauhaus book by László Moholy-Nagy, which explores pedagogy, emphasizing sensory perception, and the integration of art, science, and technology in everyday life and design.
An important Bauhaus book by László Moholy-Nagy, which explores pedagogy, emphasizing sensory perception, and the integration of art, science, and technology in everyday life and design.
A loose, intimate diary of 1980s Italy, Peter Shire’s Grand Tour captures Memphis’s early days through grainy snapshots, casual encounters, and unexpected glimpses of design history.
Apartamento is the leading interior design magazine, known for showcasing lived-in, authentic homes and intimate stories through inspiring photography and high-quality writing since 2008
Published in 2019 by Sternberg Press, Alexandra Midal’s research asserts the autonomy of design history, freeing it from art and architecture.
The Atlas of Furniture Design is the most comprehensive guide to furniture design history, featuring 1,740 objects by 546 designers, with over 2,500 images and essays providing in-depth context.
An anti-decorating book that promotes meaningful interiors by surrounding yourself with items that reflect individuality. Curated by the editors of Sight Unseen
The book presents over 1000 electric lights from the 20th century, chronologically showcasing major styles and the evolution of lighting design across 640 pages.
Good design is invisible: it works without drawing attention to itself. Bad design, on the other hand, frustrates and confuses. Norman teaches that it’s not the user who makes a mistake, but the designer who fails.
Emanuele Coccia explores the role of the home in contemporary life, offering a new philosophical perspective on domestic space.
Conceived as the catalogue for one of his retrospectives, Less and More documents the work of Dieter Rams through images, sketches, and essays.
An essay on design as a symbolic language. Sudjic examines objects, desires, and patterns of consumption to understand what they reveal about identity and contemporary life.
HAY’s furniture and accessories balance quality and affordability, blending vibrant colors with functional design. Founded in 2002, the brand redefined Scandinavian design. A visual monograph celebrates its 20th anniversary.
A Bauhaus Experimental House is a beautiful book by A. Meyer that explains the construction techniques of the famous Haus am Horn in 1923
In the tenth Bauhausbücher volume, J.J.P. Oud reflects on Dutch architecture, emphasizing future potential, blending theoretical and practical architectural discoveries.
International Architecture by Gropius is the first book in the legendary Bauhausbücher series. The book is about new Architecture in Europe.
DOMTILLA DARDI & VANNI PASCA LIBRO Design History Handbook is a useful introduction to the history of product design, tracing its development from the Industrial Revolution to the present. The writing is clear and to the point, focusing on the
In New Works from Bauhaus Workshops Gropius talks about the production os furniture and objects at the Bauhaus.
Essential objects, harmonious forms, work as prayer: the world of the Shakers explored in a book-catalogue that traces their history and design.
This book explores the work of Dieter Rams, illustrating through texts and images his approach to design: functional, understated, and guided by ethical responsibility.
The twelfth book in the Bauhausbücher series is by Walter Gropius and discusses the school’s experimental buildings.
The book chronicles 100 years of iconic furniture design, featuring Eames, Nelson, and Girard, showcasing Herman Miller’s lasting impact on modern design and sustainability.
Echoes Cassina. 50 Years of the iMaestri Collection showcases Cassina’s legacy in reissuing modernist classics with a focus on sustainability, featuring iconic designs and curatorial insights from its celebrated collection.
A thoughtful study of Braun’s design legacy, this volume traces the company’s story and lasting influence through over 500 images and texts by Klaus Klemp.
1000 Chairs is an essential guide for anyone interested in furniture, exploring the evolution of chair design from Thonet’s bentwood to Ron Arad’s avant-garde pieces.
Jasper Morrison and Naoto Fukasawa’s Super Normal showcases 204 everyday objects, blending anonymous design with classics, emphasizing timeless, accessible design that transcends trends and generations.
Celebrated book by Jasper Morrison, tracing his career through images and anecdotes. This expanded new edition features additional projects, including objects and interiors.
A comprehensive visual archive of Alvar Aalto’s work across five decades, edited by Göran Schildt and featuring over 570 illustrations from the Alvar Aalto Foundation.
A seminal book by by Soetsu Yanagi which advocates for simplicity, durability, and beauty in everyday items.
The book traces the work of the Aaltos through more than 300 objects, examining the relationship between design, natural materials, and modern living.
Cubism by Albert Gleizes, the 13th volume of the Bauhaus Books series, highlights the international nature of the school.
Published by MACK/Judd Foundation, the book brings together more than one hundred pieces of furniture designed by Donald Judd.
The catalogue accompanying the 2020 MoMA retrospective explores space, material, and form with clarity and depth. It offers a concise guide to Donald Judd’s work, from painting to design.