Supersonic: The Design and Lifestyle of Concorde
The Concorde: A symbol of luxury and aviation marvel. Explore its design evolution and luxurious interiors. Rare historical photography and insights await aviation and design enthusiasts.Read More →
January 31, 2025
Explore a curated selection of industrial and product design books, offering museum-quality insights into the evolution of mass production, innovation, and functional aesthetics. As a subcategory of Books About Applied and Decorative Arts and Design, this collection features exhibition catalogues, designer retrospectives, and scholarly works available through our partner stores.
From Bauhaus principles and Mid-Century Modern icons to contemporary sustainable design and digital fabrication, these books highlight the designers, materials, and processes that shape our everyday objects. Whether you’re a designer, engineer, historian, or enthusiast, this selection provides expert analysis, high-quality imagery, and in-depth explorations, much like the publications in the design shops of world-renowned museums such as MoMA, the V&A, and the Cooper Hewitt.
The Concorde: A symbol of luxury and aviation marvel. Explore its design evolution and luxurious interiors. Rare historical photography and insights await aviation and design enthusiasts.Read More →
Richard Sapper, born in 1932, blended diverse knowledge to shape iconic designs like the Tizio lamp and the ThinkPad laptop, leaving a lasting impact on industrial design.Read More →
The book “Interactive Packaging Design” explores the shift to interactive packaging, offering insights for designers, brand managers, and marketers. Authored by Peng Chong.Read More →
Cinelli, an Italian cycling icon, embodies innovation and craftsmanship. From pioneering designs and collaborations to cultural impact, its journey reflects continuous excellence and influence.Read More →
Polypropylene’s versatility and innovation have revolutionized design, evidenced by products like Dyson DC24, FBTMaxX speaker, Handkerchief Light, Alfie Chair, Guzzini Colander, and Purisoo water bottle.Read More →
“Plastic Dreams: Synthetic Visions in Design” showcases the impact of plastics on industrial design, highlighting key milestones and celebrating their creative potential and material significance. Read More →
The Packaging Designer’s Book of Patterns 4th Edition offers over 600 scalable patterns, digital accessibility, and a focus on sustainability, empowering designers for innovative and sustainable packaging design.Read More →
“Material Innovation: Packaging Design” delves into the world of innovative packaging, showcasing international products and exploring the intersection of digital and physical design. Led by industry experts, it’s an essential read for design enthusiasts.Read More →
“Japanese Steel” captures the golden age of Japanese bicycle design, showcasing iconic brands and craftsmen. A visual and narrative feast that ignites profound appreciation.Read More →
The Bugatti Type 50’s remarkable legacy in automotive history and design, including its groundbreaking engineering, Le Mans racing exploits, and personal anecdotes, is expertly chronicled.Read More →