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The Art of Impossible: The Bang & Olufsen Design Story

Alastair Philip Wiper • Thames & Hudson • ISBN Not provided

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The Art of Impossible: The Bang & Olufsen Design Story

Alastair Philip Wiper • Thames & Hudson • ISBN-13 9780500518359

ISBN-10 Not provided • 2015 • 1st Edition

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This book explores the innovative design history of Bang & Olufsen, a leading consumer electronics company known for its unique approach to product design and engineering. It delves into the company's philosophy, design processes, and the impact of its products on the industry.

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Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Hardcover1st Edition2016
Pages: 240Language: EnglishPaper finish: Matte

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Contributor: Alastair Philip WiperMovement: Modernism

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Category: Aesthetic ExcellenceCategory: Industrial DesignCategory: InnovationCategory: ModernismCategory: Product DesignCategory: Scandinavian DesignCategory: TechnologyInfluenced by: Dieter RamsInfluenced by: Charles and Ray EamesInfluenced by: Arne JacobsenInfluenced by: Le CorbusierInfluenced by: Marcel BreuerInfluenced by: Walter GropiusInfluenced by: Hans WegnerInfluenced by: Ju00f8rn UtzonInfluenced: Contemporary Industrial DesignersInfluenced: Consumer Electronics CompaniesInfluenced: Design StudentsInfluenced: Technology InnovatorsInfluenced: Corporate Design StrategiesInfluenced: Product Development TeamsInfluenced: Design HistoriansInfluenced: Innovation ResearchersCornerstone of: Scandinavian Design

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