Designing for People Contributor(s): Dreyfuss, Henry (Author) |
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ISBN: 1581153120 ISBN-13: 9781581153125 Publisher: Allworth OUR PRICE: $18.95 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2003 Annotation: The manifesto of America's greatest industrial designer. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Industrial Design - General |
Dewey: 620.8 |
LCCN: 2003050037 |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.76" W x 9.36" (1.03 lbs) 288 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: From the first answering machine (the electronic brain) and the Hoover vacuum cleaner to the SS Independence and the Bell telephone, the creations of Henry S. Dreyfuss have shaped the cultural landscape of the 20th century. Written in a robust, fresh style, this book offers an inviting mix of professional advice, case studies, and design history along with historical black-and-white photos and the author's whimsical drawings. In addition, the author's uncompromising commitment to public service, ethics, and design responsibility makes this masterful guide a timely read for today's designers. |