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Books

Some further reading for the design enthusiasts among you!


Building Tate Modern: Herzog And De Meuron With Giles Gilbert Scott

This work follows the transformation of Giles Gilbert Scott's brick power station on Bankside into the Tate Modern Art Gallery. It presents a photographic account of every stage of the development and includesa an interview with Jaques Herzog. Scott designed the iconic K2 telephone box.

Author: Rowan Moore

ISBN: 1854372920

Icons Of The Twentieth Century Landscape Design

The 25 landscape designs selected for this book have changed the way we look at landscape. Each is separately explored and illustrated and the reasons for its importance and influence explained.

Author: Katie Campbell

ISBN: 0711225338

Design For The 21st Century

How do the best and brightest designers see the future of design? Including a cross-section of the world's most influential designers, from superstars to newcomers, this guide explores cutting-edge product design, furniture, ceramics, appliances, electronics and glassware.

Author: Charlotte Fiell

ISBN: 3822827797

The Bus We Loved: London's Affair With The Routemaster

Design doesn't come much more iconic than the red Routemaster bus. In this fond history, Elborough tells the story of the Routemaster's invention, rise and decline, of the people who worked on it, and the enthusiasts.  

Author: Travis Elborough

ISBN: 1862078858