Design - Product

"Focuses on functional, aesthetically pleasing, mechanically reliable, and easily made products that improve profitability for manufacturers and provide long-term satisfaction for customers. Offers concrete, practical insight immediately applicable to new product design and development projects."Author: Henry W. StollISBN-10: 0367399709ISBN-13: 9780367399702Publisher: CRC PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/05/2019Pages:...

This book improves knowledge on and the applicability of the autonomy concept not only regarding new technologies currently being developed, but also and foremost regarding people and organizations that are or will be using them with the central issues of coordination of autonomous agents.Author:...

As a cultivated form of invention, product design is a deeply human phenomenon that enables us to shape, modify and alter the world around us - for better or worse. The recent emergence of the sustainability imperative in product design compels us to recalibrate...

Author: Koos Eissen,Roselien SteurISBN-10: 906369329XISBN-13: 9789063693299Publisher: Bis PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/30/2014Pages: 192Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.56lbsSize: 10.79h x 9.00w x 0.82d

This book is a practical guide to building complete, reliable IoT devices with MicroPython. It focuses on real hardware, real networks, and real failure conditions. The goal is to help you move beyond short scripts and prototypes and start building devices that run continuously,...

A stunning compendium of modernist and modernist-inspired cutlery, from such legendary designers as Gio Ponti, Isamu Noguchi and Carlo ScarpaCutlery is an intimate part of our daily lives, a universal touchpoint that crosses cultures and generations. From the early 1900s to today, modern flatware...

Introducing Keepsakes: A Design Memoir, by noted Russian designer Constantin Boym. Featuring a specially curated group of personal objects, some designed by Boym, and others collected through his travels from Russia to Turkey, Italy, Qatar, but all accompanied by a witty commentary on the...

"Meeting Matteo, over 10 years ago in Hoxton Square has led me to develop a genuine respect and curiosity about his work and approach. I was excited and apprehensive when I decided to write his story. Such a responsibility. This book is not simply...

The elegant yet practical chrome and brass houseware specialties created by Chase Brass & Copper Company during the 1930s are synonymous with Art Deco. Reprinted here for the first time are the company's 1934 and 1935 catalogs, issued at the height of Deco's popularity....

Sketches are very important in the expression of creative ideas, especially for product design. This book including perspective theory, basic sketching skill in the light and shadow, sketching tools and material effect of product, and presenting over 50 outstanding sketches design from all around...

Good products do not appear from nowwhere. In the beginning, there is always an idea which turns into the final product after a long development process and countless prototypes. But where do these ideas come from and how do designers get their motivation? Using...

Critical Design in Context has become a key text in design literature offering a conceptual introduction to the methods and operation of Critical and Speculative Design practice, and explaining how critical design can work in practice through a range of contemporary examples. Critical Design...

The work of Massimiliano and Doriana Fuksas enjoys a well-earned reputation for the artistic talent it expresses and for its capacity to surprise with the most risky and spectacular projects. With offices in Rome, Paris and Shenzen, the Fuksases have completed projects of contrasting...

You don't need to memorize every menu - you need a repeatable process that gets results. This guide is built around real workflows, not feature lists. It walks you from a single primitive to a finished, portfolio-ready scene using short, focused lessons and hands-on...

What do Elmer's Glue, Krylon Spray Paint, and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups have in common? The designer Ted Eron, of course. You may not know his name, but you know Ted Eron. Although he remains largely unknown in the public consciousness, Eron played an...

Don't feel like going to work ? Don't feel like working Too tired.... It's raining... Don't feel like doing anything... Don't feel like working... The corona crisis is going on.... It's sunday in god's name...shouldn't I have a day off... That's how the author...

A rare and fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century fashion, "Catalog no. 1" offers a detailed look at the clothing and accessories offered by Chas. W. House & Sons of Brooklyn, N.Y. This catalog provides valuable insight into the styles, materials, and...

Author: Heidi BrownISBN-13: 9798994682340Publisher: Studio B PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/05/2026Pages: 148Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d

Author: Heidi BrownISBN-13: 9798994682326Publisher: Studio B PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/05/2026Pages: 160Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.42lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.34d

Author: Ryker PattersonISBN-13: 9798247304708Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/07/2026Pages: 230Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.20lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.48d

Featuring geometric art prints from design studio Block Shop, this set of 12 notecards is perfect for sending greetings with style. Each 4 5/8 x 6 1/8 card features a bold geometric Block Shop print with a matching envelope, all housed in an elegant four-color...

With examples ranging from Precious Plastic to the Sheltersuit, How to Create Better Ideas provides insights into the design process - and into how to produce better ideas in general. The concepts are divided into two sections: the right brain and the left brain....

A collection of insights, a series of hypotheses about the transversality and interdisciplinarity that characterize the process of creating design. A succession of micro-narratives that take reality as a source of inspiration. The evolution of materials and techniques, art and design, its authors and...

Author: Brandon Berry,Tom WilliamsISBN-13: 9798999894205Publisher: Tell Me More BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/12/2026Pages: 262Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d

The Tinkercad Black Book, 2nd edition is written to help beginners in creating 3D designs, performing codeblock programming, and running advanced circuit simulations. The book covers all the workspaces of the application with great details on practical applications. The book follows a step-by-step methodology....

Unlock the thinking, methods, and creative mastery behind the products that shape our world.Shape, Form, Function: The Art and Science of Industrial Design is a complete guide for anyone who wants to understand how meaningful products are created. Blending aesthetics, psychology, engineering, and human...

Expanding the Landscape of Innovation by His Royal Highness Prince Joe Duncan Wright of the Royal Wright family. The material in this book is from credible sources. The book is written from the perspective of an engineer. The semiconductor industry remains dynamic, constantly pushing...

Why is origami important for aerospace engineering? How can artisanal weaving save the lives of children with heart defects? What can a choreographer teach the public about the moon landing?Cutting-Edge Arts, Fine Sciences: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Innovation answers these questions and more as it...

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the past, present and future of autonomous road vehicles for professionals and students. It will be of use to those interested in the psychological, sociological and ethical factors involved in automotive design, human centred design, industrial design...

A pocket guide to meaningful design in seven steps.Author: David CarlsonISBN-10: 9063693044ISBN-13: 9789063693046Publisher: Bis PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/25/2012Pages: 164Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 7.20h x 4.90w x 0.70d

Author: WorksteadISBN-10: 084787091XISBN-13: 9780847870912Publisher: Rizzoli International PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/12/2021Pages: 240Format: HardcoverWeight: 3.88lbsSize: 11.90h x 10.40w x 1.10d

Why do we readily dispose of some things, whereas we keep and maintain others for years, despite their obvious wear and tear? Can a greater understanding of aesthetic value lead to a more strategic and sustainable approach to product design? Aesthetic Sustainability: Product Design...

Mastering the OMTech 30W Fiber LaserProfessional Setup, EZCad & LightBurn Control, and Proven Methods for Reliable Metal Engravingby Andrew MercerMastering the OMTech 30W Fiber Laser is a practical, technician-led guide that shows you how to get clean, consistent, and repeatable metal engraving results with...

When artificial intelligence is designed poorly, it diminishes people's skills rather than enhancing them. It can even make users less capable and more dependent on AI. In Designing Assistant Technology, Christopher Noessel provides a framework for how to use AI to assist users, as...

Originally published in 1934 this book became recognised as one of the principal standard works on industrial design and industrial architecture. . Author: John GloagISBN-10: 1032365315ISBN-13: 9781032365312Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/2025Pages: 204Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.46lbsSize: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.44d

Sharing Your Treasure: A Workbook for Mindfulness Innovators is a practical companion to the Fieldbook for Mindfulness Innovators, the celebrated guide to adapting mindfulness-based approaches for new audiences. These publications are born out of a recognition that innovation is both healthy and necessary for...

Exploring themes of design and production, products and systems, and making and consumption, this open access volume provides new theories, perspectives, approaches and research findings at the cutting edge of global upcycling research. Upcycling is a design, business and social practice and - when...

Author: John Robert Andrew,John AndrewISBN-13: 9798728561828Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/26/2021Pages: 204Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.53lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.43d

Author: Neville Jr. Songwe,Carmen AndrisaniISBN-13: 9798218944421Publisher: Creative Design BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/24/2026Pages: 304Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.78lbsSize: 8.50h x 11.00w x 0.94d

An illustrated biography of the pioneering female designer who shaped a distinctly modern vision of domestic life for the postwar generationThe story of Danish midcentury architect and designer Grethe Meyer (1918-2008) spans the fields of design, culture and women's history. It illustrates the complexities...

The management of design has emerged as central to the operational and strategic options of any successful organization. The Handbook of Design Management presents a state-of-the-art overview of the subject - its methodologies, current debates, history and future. The Handbook covers the breadth of...

Experiencing Food: Designing Sustainable and Social Practices contains papers on food, sustainability and social practices research, presented at the 2nd International Conference on Food Design and Food Studies, held November 28-30, 2019, at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal. The conference...

The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is dominated by major Western brands. The dominance of such major brands extends to burgeoning Asian markets. These conglomerates often rely on packaging as a strategic tool to entice Asian consumers. This book illustrates how packaging as a...

Author: Takahito TsujitaISBN-10: 4756260683ISBN-13: 9784756260680Publisher: Pie InternationalLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/04/2026Pages: 244Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.92lbs

Research Methods for Product Design provides a practical insight into the routine phases of the design process such as observation of people, asking questions, searching for information, making and testing ideas, and ultimately generating solutions to problems. This second edition has been updated to...

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...

The first monograph dedicated to acclaimed American industrial designer, Todd Bracher, this book showcases his collaborations with leading international brands such as Georg Jensen, Cappellini, Fritz Hansen, Herman Miller, Issey Miyake, and 3MTodd Bracher is a leading American voice in the international design world....

The authors organized this book around product development best practices commonly used by successful organizations. A best practice is a professional method accepted as effective in product development. Not all organizations use all these best practices, but leading companies use many of them.Author: David...

Whilst this work holds a message specifically for those in the Fashion Industry, Designers, Architects, Retailers, Psychologists and other professionals, it is principally written as a step-by-step guide for the individual in how to use their own senses and responses, enabling these to become...

MADE IN COLLABORATION WITH ITALDESIGNThe subtitle Engineers of ideas neatly encapsulates Italdesign's identity from 1968 to the present day, as witnessed by an unparalleled series of cars and prototypes for major brands and by the revolutionary decision to bring the experience and complexity of...