264 Pages
by Routledge

264 Pages
by Routledge

264 Pages
by Routledge

This is the essential student’s guide to Design – its practice, its theory and its history. Drawing from a wide range of international examples, respected design writer Catherine McDermott explores key topics including: international design – from Europe to Africa design history – from Art Nouveau to punk sustainable design, recycling and green design design theory – from... Read more
List of Concepts.  Introduction.  Key Concepts.  Bibliography.  Index

Biography

Catherine McDermott is Professor in the School of Design at Kingston University, London and a well known writer and curator on contemporary design. Her current projects includes work for the Design Council, Museums Association and a project working with African designers and curators.

'This work provides a great starting point for gaining understanding of the topic.' -- Choice, A. J. Dutka, Broward Community College