Charlotte and Peter Fiell's Design of the 20th Century is a comprehensive survey of modern design, chronicling the movements, innovators, and objects that shaped the visual landscape of the past century. From Art Nouveau to postmodernism, the book explores how design reflected and influenced social, technological, and cultural change. More than a catalog, it reveals how everyday objects carry the aspirations and anxieties of their time.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because design is never neutral, it's a conversation between makers and users about how life should be lived. The Fiells show us that the chair you sit in, the lamp on your desk, and the phone in your pocket all tell stories about who we are and what we value.

DETAILS: • Authors: Charlotte and Peter Fiell • Publisher: Taschen • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: August 15, 2012 • ISBN: 9783836541060 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days