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The Nature and Aesthetics of Design

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Nature and Aesthetics of Design
Authors and Contributors      By (author) David Pye
Volume editor Ezra Shales
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 210
Category/GenreArt History
Industrial / commercial art and design
ISBN/Barcode 9780713652864
ClassificationsDewey:745.4
Audience
Undergraduate
Professional & Vocational
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publication Date 28 January 2000
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This is David Pye's classic book on the theory of design. In it, he explores the many facets of good design, including the relationship of aesthetics with function.

Author Biography

David Pye who died in 1993 was an architect, industrial designer and wood craftsman. For many years he was Professor of Furniture Design at the Royal College of Art in London. He is also the author of our Nature and Art of Workmanship.