Design - Product

As the global market continues to recuperate from economic downfall, it is essential for private label products to find ways to compete with alternatives offered by wholesale and national retailers. In many cases, it becomes difficult for off-brand products to generate market appeal when...

Whether you're getting this for your creative 5 year old, or yourself, you'll love looking back over your ideas in years to come. Ever say "I thought of that 10 years ago," well, prove it by documenting your ideas. One of the most important...

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT An insightful development roadmap to help engineers and businesspeople successfully bring a product to market In Product Development: An Engineer's Guide to Business Considerations, Real-World Product Testing, and Launch, accomplished project manager, engineer, and business strategist David V. Tennant delivers a comprehensive...

I designed a simple but powerful cross-compound double-acting reciprocating steam engine similar to the Stanley Steamer. The power (from the boiler energy) is equivalent to a standard 290 hp V8 internal combustion engine. The materials used are from standard off-the-shelf items, simple machining processes,...

Bring art into your every day Designed with Poketo's signature aesthetic, these bright, geometric notecards in a unique, eye-catching design make it easy to stay in touch with friends and loved ones. - 20 folded blank notecards (five different designs, each in four colorways),...

How do you navigate a career as an entertainment designer while maintaining a sense of self-worth and value in the various off-ramps and sidestreets you may choose to take on the journey? The Art of Scenic Design provides an in-depth look at the scenic...

Craig Martin addresses the transgressive or deviant aspects of design: design that straddles the divide between the licit and illicit, the legal and illegal, in a variety of ways. Martin argues that design is not necessarily for the social good, but that it is...

Design in the 21st century has become increasingly more embedded in a complex system of disciplines (software and digital design, graphic design, architecture, construction, medical practices, business design and management, technology, graphic design, product design, etc.) and as a result, the intricacies of designing...

Design in the 21st century has become increasingly more embedded in a complex system of disciplines (software and digital design, graphic design, architecture, construction, medical practices, business design and management, technology, graphic design, product design, etc.) and as a result, the intricacies of designing...

This handsome box set of 100 postcards features original watercolor illustrations from David Sibley, America's leading ornithologist. Culled from The Sibley Field Guide to Birds, each bird is lovingly rendered in watercolors by David Sibley and chosen with their individual beauty and prominence in...

Aggressive development of new products is one of the most effective way of increasing shareholder value and minimizing the risk of being rendered obsolete by the disruptive innovations of others. This holds true whether the organization produces airplanes or snack foods, computer chips or...

Doing Research in Design presents new ways of thinking about the relationship between design and research by positioning design as a social as well as a material practice. This approach emphasises the social consequences of design decisions as well as the importance of the...

Unlock the blueprint to exceptional product design with 'An Industrial Design Guide Vol. 01: Understanding the Science of Product Design'. This comprehensive volume is your guide to mastering the intricate art and scientific principles behind creating innovative, user-centric products. It examines the methodologies, strategies,...

- The epic saga of the Breitling chronograph- This second book in the Watch Stories series, dedicated to the history of emblematic timepieces, traces its heroic and unique destiny from its creation to the current models- Also available is volume 1 in the series,...

Caimi Brevetti S.p.A. is one of the leading manufacturers of design orientated furniture and accessories for office and contract furniture market.Established in 1949 thanks to the manifold projects Caimi Brevetti has carried out in the sectors of furniture, design and culture, its products are...

A growing collector's market has fueled the interest in young, emerging designers, whose work has become highly sought after, and galleries are opening everywhere to help meet this new demand. This is the first publication to present these recently discovered talents and their creations....

The story and teachings of one of the world's most creative design schools, as told by its teachers, alumni, and student projects - the ideal book for educators and students alike, posing the question 'How should design be taught today?'Swiss university ECAL is widely...

After more than two centuries, the process of opening a bottle of wine changed significantly in the 1970s with the introduction of the Screwpull. This is the story of the development and realization of one of the best devices in the world for removing...

'a company archive that is rich with material from and about the legendary figures who helped make Herman Miller a leader in postwar American design.' - Pilar Viladas, T Magazine A chronicle of the rich history of this innovative furniture company, from its founding...

Over 500 illustrated examples of the best of modern silver design Contains interviews with several top contemporary silver designers Foreword by Alastair Dickenson, Introduction by John Andrews The discovery of silver cannot be pinpointed; humans have mined it far back into antiquity. Our fascination...

A beyond-cool look at the world of high-end audio design for passionate collectors, obsessive audiophiles, and design fansAt a time when sales of vinyl records have hit a 25-year high, and analog technologies are providing the kind of extraordinary audio experiences that our increasingly...

The life of urban nomads places new demands on cities, buildings, residences, and working spaces. This book presents temporary architecture and flexible room and furniture concepts, as well as the fitting tools and fashion, for a generation that feels at home in every corner...

"Dieser Text hier knte auf einem Bildschirm wiedergegeben werden. Er knte aber auch auf Papier erscheinen. Ich habe ihn auf einem Computer geschrieben. W臧rend Sie ihn lesen, fungiert etwas als Schnittstelle. Obwohl ich nicht genau wei , was dieses Ding ist, wei ich mit...

The eagerly awaited second monograph of the visionary Spanish furniture and interior designer. "Elements" is the follow up to gestalten's highly successful "Works". The book compiles Jaime Hayon's famed work for iconic brands and explores his relationship with materials, his theory of color, his...

"Chances are if you've shaved with an electric razor, blow-dried your hair, or sparked up a cigarette in the past 60 years, you owe a debt of gratitude to Dieter Rams." - New York TimesMade in close collaboration with Rams himself, this catalogue raisonné...

The first book to comprehensively document the 140-year history and influence of iittala, Finland's legendary product design brandiittala is a world-renowned master of Finnish design, producing objects that are as timeless and beautiful as they are essential. Here, for the first time, products and...

Grounded in extensive research and field testing, Design-Centered Entrepreneurship presents a concise problem-solving approach to developing a unique business concept. Step-by-step guidelines provide insight into exploring market problem spaces, uncovering overlooked opportunities, reframing customer problems, creating business solutions, and sustaining success and an entrepreneurial...

Designed to be a companion to our classic title 1000 Chairs, this edition contains an awesome selection of over 1000 lights. Presented chronologically by decade are the 20th century's most interesting electric lights, from Tiffany's beautiful leaded-glass shades to completely outrageous designs from the...

The definitive guide to the LEGO(R) Star Wars(TM) universe, showcasing the vast collection of LEGO Star Wars sets and minifigures released over the last 20 years.This is a complete, unrivaled encyclopedia of the LEGO Star Wars theme. Fans will have an all-encompassing companion to...

An exploration and celebration of high-quality hand tools for woodworking and the stories of the people who make them. Take a peek inside the boutique shops and small factories of artisan woodworking toolmakers in North America, Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand, with behind-the-scenes...

This book is about the design of vehicles with wheels that are powered by human muscles alone. These can provide affordable, sustainable, and healthy transportation to people around the globe. The term Human-Powered Vehicle, or HPV, is sometimes used to denote a sub-class of...

What do a folding bicycle, umbrella, toilet brush, and water bottle all have in common? They are examples of good design--something we often recognize but can't express in words. This book by a 40-year design-industry veteran targets creatives of all ages, including tweens, teens,...

One of the world's great designers shares his vision of "the fundamental principles of great and meaningful design", that's "even more relevant today than it was when first published" (Tim Brown, CEO, IDEO). Even the smartest among us can feel inept as we fail...

"If you haven't had the good fortune to be coached by a strong leader or product coach, this book can help fill that gap and set you on the path to success." - Marty Cagan How do you know that you are making a...

Without words, apps would be an unusable jumble of shapes and icons, while voice interfaces and chatbots wouldn't even exist. Words make software human-centered, and require just as much thought as the branding and code. This book will show you how to give your...

Revised and Updated, Featuring a New Case Study How do successful companies create products people can't put down? Why do some products capture widespread attention while others flop? What makes us engage with certain products out of sheer habit? Is there a pattern underlying...

Gathering feedback about your design, demo, document, dashboard...any deliverable...can become chaotic. People at all levels (the belligerent buzzard, the prima donna peacock, the wise old owl) chirp opinions, squawk expectations and screech requirements. Let's hatch a new plan and turn that cacophony into a...

Handicraft highlights the handmade as an integral component of material culture.It traces the history of handicraft, explores new developments on the interface to digital technologies, and presents masterpieces from a range of craft disciplines.Author: Christoph Thun-HohensteinISBN-10: 3903131830ISBN-13: 9783903131835Publisher: Verlag Fur Moderne KunstLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/25/2017Pages:...

The primary purpose of this book is education - for the student, the designer, and the individual whose interest and the aim is to design and build his propulsion system using steam energy. The material selected for the presentation has been carefully prepared to...

With this one-sentence journal, couples can create a three-year time capsule of their relationship in the easiest way possible. Our Q&A a Day provides a question for every day of the year, with enough space for two people to jot down a one- or...

These days, consumers have real power: they can research companies, compare ratings, and find alternatives with a simple tap. Focusing on customer needs isn't a nice-to-have, it's a strategic imperative. The Jobs To Be Done Playbook (JTBD) helps organizations turn market insight into action....

Product management is a big role, and this a big book.From the authors of the best-selling Cracking the PM Interview comes the comprehensive guide to the skills, frameworks, and practices to become a great product manager. It will help you level-up your skills and...

Your customer has five senses and a small universe of devices. Why aren't you designing for all of them? Go beyond screens, keyboards, and touchscreens by letting your customer's humanity drive the experience--not a specific device or input type. Learn the techniques you'll need...

How to use the Design Thinking Tools A practical guide to make innovation happen The Design Thinking Toolbox explains the most important tools and methods to put Design Thinking into action. Based on the largest international survey on the use of design thinking, the...

Packaging is a highly underrated art form. As the first thing a consumer sees when looking at a product, it can make or break a sale. Every year, the Pentawards celebrate the art of the package by recognizing the world's most groundbreaking and influential...

Up until the 20th century, children's play was not a subject that demanded much attention. While objects that entertained children have been present from ancient history, it was only with industrial mass production--and a developing urban middle class--that toys appeared more frequently. As playthings...

This guide takes you on a tour of the "home of the brick," the official LEGO(R) House, so you can experience it for yourself at home! With photos, interviews, essays, and art from the LEGO archives, The Secrets of LEGO House explores the visual...

The most informative book on the precision and craftsmanship of the racing bicycle--essential reading for gearheads. This beautifully illustrated volume is a celebration of the design history and craftsmanship of the racing bicycle. Easily the most well-researched book available on the subject, it covers...

Ten laws of simplicity for business, technology, and design that teach us how to need less but get more.Finally, we are learning that simplicity equals sanity. We're rebelling against technology that's too complicated, DVD players with too many menus, and software accompanied by 75-megabyte...

Since founding his studio, Fuseproject, in 1999, Yves B馼ar has redefined the role of the designer, expanding his work to include both public-sector and entrepreneurial engagements. In doing so, B馼ar has produced groundbreaking, award-winning designs that have had a positive impact on the well-being...