Design - Product

"Anybody who's aware of what life is in a contemporary world is influenced by Margiela." - Marc Jacobs. Martin Margiela, known for his avant-garde ideas and cult following, became the arbiter of all things classic French Chic. His ability to apply his unique design...

An homage to the design pioneers who defined the Mid-Century aesthetic through their work in furniture, glassware, ceramics and textilesMore than 50 years later, the fascination with mid-century design is stronger than ever before. Explore the popular movement's distinctive style in this A-Z guide...

The first book to chart the unprecedented history of Nike's iconic football boots, from the evolution of their design to the legendary stars who have worn themFootball (or soccer) is surrounded by a particular mythology. As the world's most popular sport, its players and...

A Paris travel guide and history book about how the World Expos of 1855-1937 shaped the city, from its architecture to its (culinary) customs. Paris is the physical memory of seven World Expos that took place in the city from 1855 to 1937. These...

What it means to design at a time when, for many people, the future seems to have become an impossibility. When reality fails us, what can designers do? Question design's relationship to reality, as Anthony Dunne and Fiona Raby do, in this exhilarating, yet...

Every culture in history has imbued certain objects with special value, constructing systems and narratives to support their appreciation. Even our prehuman ancestors left behind evidence of collecting. Objects, then, tell important stories--about humanity, creativity, what we need, and about who we really are...

Open Circuits is a photographic exploration of the beautiful design inside everyday electronics. Its stunning cross-section photography unlocks a hidden world full of elegance, subtle complexity, and wonder. Our phones, computers, and appliances are made of hundreds of internal components, each precisely engineered to...

Create a three-year keepsake time capsule of your romantic relationship by writing just one sentence a day in this thoughtful guided journal. A charming journal for you and your significant other, Our Q&A a Day provides a variety of questions that you can answers...

The first ever book authorised by Rolex. Published by Wallpaper*, the global authority in Design, this is a wide-ranging full history of the legendary Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner watch. First of a series taking a deep dive into the watches of the iconic brand....

The Art and Science of Successful PackagingThis comprehensive guide provides designers with a thoughtful packaging primer that covers the challenges of designing packaging for a competitive market in a very hardworking and relevant way. Package Design Workbook addresses all aspects of the creative process...

Until recently, infrastructure was the backbone of organizations operating software they developed in-house. But now that cloud vendors run the computers, companies can finally bring the benefits of agile custom-centricity to their own developers. Adding product management to infrastructure organizations is now all the...

The thinking man's sports car: a symbol of the relentless desire for peak power and limitless performance. The Porsche 911 inspires a worldwide ripple effect.When Ferdinand Porsche could not find a sports car he liked, he decided to build one himself. And now, the...

Product development is the magic that turns circuitry, software, and materials into a product, but moving efficiently from concept to manufactured product is a complex process with many potential pitfalls. This practical guide pulls back the curtain to reveal what happens--or should happen--when you...

With a collection of partly sporty and partly elegant three-hand watches, an iconic chronograph, and some interesting complications, Rolex has been setting the standard for the Swiss watch industry for more than 60 years. This photo-filled and information-packed volume pays tribute to this sought-after...

Create experiences that crackle with awareness and agency, adapting to your users in the moment. Sentient Design is the practice of crafting intelligent interfaces: dashboards that design themselves, apps that manifest on demand, agents that just get it done, and much more. This groundbreaking...

A new edition of the definitive monograph on Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata, featuring a new introduction from author Deyan SudjicThis highly acclaimed, first ever monograph on the highly influential Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata (1934-1991) is a two-volume title presenting all his compelling and idiosyncratic...

"The influential artist Hedi Kyle and renowned architecture graduate Ulla Warchol shows you how to create their unique designs using folding techniques. From creating flag books and fishbones, to blizzards and nesting boxes, you'll gain an invaluable insight into the work of two skilled...

As seen in Vanity Fair, CarandDriver, Architectural Digest, British GQ, and The TimesA HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE SELECTION: Car and Driver, Wall Street Journal, Autocar, Cool Hunting, Autoblog'A high-octane feast for petrol heads and lovers of design.' - The TimesA ground-breaking survey of more than...

This new revised edition of the bestselling The Book of Rolex brings the latest information and expert commentary along with new images of this most desirable of watch brands. Horological trends flit by faster than ever in today's fast-paced society. But Rolex does not...

Discover more than 500 of the most innovative, influential, and enduring products from the last five centuries in this fully revised and expanded edition of Phaidon's much-loved companion to the best of designTake an extraordinary journey through objects from the last 500 years that...