Publisher's Synopsis
From history to theory to technology: a comprehensive survey of furniture design
Designing furniture is both an art and a science that draws upon a broad range of knowledge and disciplines. It is helpful for today′s furniture designers to have a working knowledge of furniture history, technology, aesthetics, the human body, architectural production, interior design, industrial design, and art. Furniture Design is a comprehensive survey that guides the reader through the essential facets of design and more.
The book explores:
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Fundamental ideas of function and social use
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Form, spatial organization, and typological orders
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Structural integrity and composition
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The design process
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Materials and fabrication processes
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Marketing and professional practice
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A historical overview of furniture design up to the twenty–first century
A highlight of the book includes case studies of twenty–one furnituredesigns presenting a broad selection of works, designers, design processes, and fabrication techniques in one chapter. The book also features a glossary of terms and a comprehensive bibliography. In short, here is a one–stop resource about furniture design that designers will turn to regularly for the advice, guidance, and information needed to perform their craft.
