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Design for the Real World: Human Ecology and Social Change

Design for the Real World: Human Ecology and Social Change

by VictorPapanek (Author)

Synopsis

Victor Papanek's classic study offers a blueprint for survival in the energy and resource deficient world of today, suggesting strategies for developing products that respond to human needs.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 418
 Edition: 2
 Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Published: 11 Feb 1985
ISBN 10: 0500273588
ISBN 13: 9780500273586
Book Overview: An instructive guide on environmentally responsible design, suggesting strategies for developing products that respond to human needs

Media Reviews
'Wonderfully alive, and full of examples to instruct, amuse and horrify' - New Scientist
'Highly readable and informative ... has become somewhat of a seminal work for those following the patterns of aid and trade and technological development today' - Financial Times
'Much of the pleasure of reading this book derives from [Papanek's] vivid imagery and the directness with which he expresses his very strong views' - Design
Author Bio
Victor Papanek (1927-1998) was a designer and educator who became a strong advocate of the socially and ecologically responsible design of products, tools, and community infrastructures.