Space Age Design: Icons of the Movement

* How the race to conquer space influenced design development * The first comprehensive overview of designs and designers of the space age * Providing insightful perspectives into the overall cultural impact on architecture, fashion, and interior design It all began on the evening of October 4, 1957, with a faint radio signal from the Soviet Sputnik satellite and became an era of futuristic design that shaped the culture of the 1950s and '60s. From iconic furniture to avant-garde architecture, this book offers a comprehensive insight into the bold aesthetics of the space age. Highlights of an era that united technology, art and design to create an awe-inspiring new universe. A book for design lovers and history buffs alike. Take off into the past of trend-setting design! Text in English and German.