Publikace, jejímž tematickým rámcem je vztah mezi grafickým designem a volným uměním, je extenzí autorovy doktorské práce. Publikace je specifickým manuálem uzavřením a rekapitulací projektu identity Centra pro současné umění Futura, na němž autor spolupracoval pět let. Knížka též obsahuje rešerše a reflexe tématu identit kulturních institucí, představuje výsledky a především proces tvorby identit,

Tretí diel cyklu Úžitková grafika na Slovensku po roku 1918. Mierny pokrok sa zaoberá profesionalizáciou úžitkovej grafiky na Slovensku v 30. rokoch minulého storočia až po vznik slovenského štátu. Ruka v ruke s ňou sa na slovenskej výtvarnej scéne presadzovala aj moderna. Jej šíritelia boli najmä učitelia Školy umeleckých remesiel (ŠUR) v Bratislave, ako aj jej absolventi združení okolo časopisu Slovenský

Nevyhovuje vám konfekční šatník? Oblečení v obchodech není zcela podle vašich představ? Vaše tvůrčí duše touží po originalitě a dokonale padnoucím střihu? Tak právě pro vás je tato kniha určena! Držíte v rukou klíč ke konstruování vlastních oděvních střihů. Přátelským způsobem jsou zde shrnuty základní střihy dámského oblečení včetně návodu, jak střihy na míru sestrojit, upravit a dále podle potřeby

Through the turbulent passage of time, graphic design?with its vivid, neat synthesis of image and idea?has distilled the spirit of each age. Surrounding us every minute of every day, from minimalist packaging to colorful adverts, smart environmental graphics to sleek interfaces: graphic design is as much about transmitting information as it is about reflecting society’s cultural aspirations and values.

Colour is one of the essential elements of many branding designs. It can help give an identity personality and warmth, express emotion, communicate messages in an unconscious and subtle way and it can keep or navigate the viewer’s interest, drawing the eye and making elements stand out. This book explores colour palettes in graphic design that surprise, engage, challenge and grab our attention - the

For all those who thought digital heralded the end of an era: illustration is alive and kicking, and new tools have given the art renewed vigor and the illustrator greater stamina. Steven Hellerand Julius Wiedemannpresent a snapshot of “the new golden age of illustration,” rounding up 100 of the most talented artists around the world. We dare you to pick your favorites. For the last ten years, Steven

In their February 2021 issue, Vogue launched The United States of Fashion, a project that shines a spotlight on the creativity and craft flourishing throughout the country. Exploring the innovation and entrepreneurialism that defines American fashion, Vogue goes coast to coast from Detroit to El Paso to Indianapolis to Nashville, where the most exciting new designers are creating and designing locally.

The call of the wild has never looked as stylish as in these homes nestled in the French countryside, crafted by families pursuing a new form of country living. A manor next to an elegant seventeenth-century castle in a picturesque village, a restored four-hundred-year-old windmill, or a ruin in the Barbizon forest transformed into a contemporary timber house--our trio of authors saw the potential

Following the first volume of Fashion Draping Techniques, which focused on details, this new volume takes a step forward and moves on to complete items of clothing, such as dresses, blouses, jackets, and skirts, all explained in a detailed and easy to understand manner. Each chapter also includes suggestions about what kind of fabric to use in each piece of clothing. Draping involves working with fabric

Now repackaged in an attractive and great value-for-money format, this overview of twentieth-century horology combines stunning pictures of the most covetable time-pieces with the unparalleled expertise of a world-renowned vintage watch dealer. This impeccably researched and lavishly illustrated book traces the evolution of the watch across the twentieth century. It charts the early rise of the wristwatch,

Whether it\'s diamond-encrusted grills, oversized “truck” style chains, bust-down Rolex and Patek Philippe watches or a Tiffany necklace, jewelry is a cornerstone of hip-hop culture. Glittering, blinged-out jewels are the shining statement of a collective identity: unapologetic, charismatic, and street savvy. Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry

For centuries, Italian fashion has been known for its craftsmanship and luxury, but also for its creativity and, most of all, its passion. Lace, leopard print and show-stopping red dresses - the masters of Italian fashion know how to make a statement. From the workshops of Florence to the runways of Milan, join Megan Hess on an unforgettable journey beneath the seams of ten iconic Italian designers:

No artist can put a smile on your face quicker than Alexander Calder. A sense of playfulness animates all of his work-from his signature hanging mobiles to his endlessly creative toys, drawings, and jewellery. Alexander Calder: Meet the Artist is an exciting hands-on introduction to this American sculptor. Calder\'s whimsical world is brought to life by imaginative pop-ups, pull tabs, lift-the-flaps,

An inspirational visual journey along the colour spectrum, brought to life via the best contemporary residential interior design Tap into the growing trend for injecting colour into home decor with this elegant, thoughtful selection of interiors in every shade and hue. Featuring 200 interiors from 130 designers, and showcasing 27 residential room types from a wide variety of home environments and styles,

This ambitious and fascinating book traces the history of fashion in every part of the world, from Greco-Roman woven-cloth clothing and the silk court dress of the Chinese Tang dynasty to contemporary sportswear designers and Japanese street culture. Organized chronologically, the book traces the evolution of fashion period by period and trend by trend, while detailed timelines provide historical and

The kitchen is the heart of every home. Combining inspiring interior design and professional knowledge, this is a tasteful guide to creating spaces that go beyond mere function. The kitchen is the new living room--not just a place to cook but also to celebrate, share, relax, and live life. Far from being simply food preparation areas, today\'s kitchens are as varied as their owners. They come in -different

A vivid company biography of leading furniture manufacturer Walter Knoll based on its formative figures Wilhelm, Hans, and Walter Knoll and, for more than 25 years to date, Markus Benz. Walter Knoll, the book, charts the more than one-and-a-half-century-old history of this remarkable furniture dynasty, tracing the evolution of its designs in relation to key cultural and historical developments. When

Česká publikace Kapitoly z dějin designu je rozšířenou verzí původně dvoudílné knihy, kterou v letech 1998 a 2000 vydalo Slovenské centrum dizajnu v Bratislavě. Oproti slovenskému vydání bylo české obohaceno o kalendárium starších historických období, o závěrečnou kapitolu věnovanou designu počátku 21. století a obrazový materiál. Vypuštěny byly stati zabývající se designem slovenským, naopak přibyly

Bohatě ilustrovaná publikace zaznamenává příběh moderního designu počínaje obdobím biedermeieru v 1. polovině 19. století až do konce 20. století. Poskytuje ucelený pohled na moderní historii nábytkové tvorby v českých zemích v kontextu světového vývoje, včetně individuálního autorského designu. Představuje nejvýznamnější tvůrce-designéry a osudy výrobců či institucí a přibližuje uměleckohistorické

Filled with light and simplicity and existing in close harmony with the natural world, Japanese interior design has long been renowned for its spare beauty, utility and grace. More and more people outside of Japan have come to appreciate its tranquil allure, and are incorporating uniquely Japanese features into their homes. Whether you\'re remodeling your house, redesigning your apartment, or just