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The Design Book

Description:

Discover more than 500 of the most innovative, influential, and enduring products from the last five centuries in this fully revised and expanded edition of Phaidon's much-loved companion to the best of design

Take an extraordinary journey through objects from the last 500 years that have improved our environments and functionality, and shaped society and culture. With an image for each object featured and descriptive text including information about the product itself, its designer, manufacturer, and history,The Design Book includes iconic pieces by such masters as Le Corbusier, Philippe Starck, and the Eames, alongside classic objects such as the paper clip, the hurricane lantern, and the martini glass. This new edition also features 30 new products from the last 15 years, expertly selected and curated to reflect modern-day design breakthroughs.

Praise for the original edition:

"Phaidon seems to have pulled off the rare trick of creating something accessible and wide-ranging, but genuinely interesting and informative too." - Design Week


Review

'Looks great on a coffee table but also features innovative designs spanning centuries.' – The Cut

'From the paperclip to extraordinary home furnishings, the details and history of designs that have bettered and shaped the human experience over the last 500 years – including 30 new ones from the lat 15 years – make for an addictive read whether you're a Corbusier fan or a trivia buff.' – 360 West Magazine

Praise for the original edition:

'Phaidon seems to have pulled off the rare trick of creating something accessible and wide-ranging, but genuinely interesting and informative too.' – Design Week

From the Back Cover

Discover more than 500 of the most innovative, influential, and enduring products from the last five centuries in this fully revised and expanded edition of Phaidon's much-loved companion to the best of design

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book , nice size.

C.R. · 21 April 2025

Beautiful book. Loughton for my son but I have enjoyed reading it too. Easy to read as it’s smaller than most coffee table books.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice find

C.R. · 3 December 2020

Bought as a gift for my son who’s studying design at Uni. Hope he finds it useful!

5.0 out of 5 stars A++

V. · 10 March 2021

A++

4.0 out of 5 stars Good overview

B. · 15 August 2023

Provides a good overview of iconic designs. A strangely small format though - small page size than pb - would be lovely A4 plus.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fab

P. · 26 December 2020

Fab

3.0 out of 5 stars Great small book

R. · 12 June 2021

Should have read how big the book is. Thought coffee table book but it’s tiny!

2.0 out of 5 stars Smaller than expected and came damaged.

A.C. · 8 December 2020

Tiny and came damaged! Supposed to be a gift!

Manejable

N.R.R. · 1 January 2021

Buen libro de consulta

Design at its finest

M.M. · 10 October 2025

A beautiful book if you like design.

知っている作品も多く楽しい

い. · 22 November 2022

これが!という物や、知ってる物など沢山載っていて、見ていて楽しかったです。

The Cabinet: NYE Design Book

K. · 9 January 2025

Good little book.

Gorgeous gift

R.M. · 10 July 2024

Bought this for a friend, as she loves all things design. She had a new designer book shelf and this fits in beautifully.

The Design Book

Product ID: K1838661433
Condition: New

4.5

AED13820

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Type: Hardcover
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

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Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

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The Design Book

Product ID: K1838661433
Condition: New

4.5

The Design Book-0
Type: Hardcover

AED13820

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United Kingdom

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

Discover more than 500 of the most innovative, influential, and enduring products from the last five centuries in this fully revised and expanded edition of Phaidon's much-loved companion to the best of design

Take an extraordinary journey through objects from the last 500 years that have improved our environments and functionality, and shaped society and culture. With an image for each object featured and descriptive text including information about the product itself, its designer, manufacturer, and history,The Design Book includes iconic pieces by such masters as Le Corbusier, Philippe Starck, and the Eames, alongside classic objects such as the paper clip, the hurricane lantern, and the martini glass. This new edition also features 30 new products from the last 15 years, expertly selected and curated to reflect modern-day design breakthroughs.

Praise for the original edition:

"Phaidon seems to have pulled off the rare trick of creating something accessible and wide-ranging, but genuinely interesting and informative too." - Design Week


Review

'Looks great on a coffee table but also features innovative designs spanning centuries.' – The Cut

'From the paperclip to extraordinary home furnishings, the details and history of designs that have bettered and shaped the human experience over the last 500 years – including 30 new ones from the lat 15 years – make for an addictive read whether you're a Corbusier fan or a trivia buff.' – 360 West Magazine

Praise for the original edition:

'Phaidon seems to have pulled off the rare trick of creating something accessible and wide-ranging, but genuinely interesting and informative too.' – Design Week

From the Back Cover

Discover more than 500 of the most innovative, influential, and enduring products from the last five centuries in this fully revised and expanded edition of Phaidon's much-loved companion to the best of design

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book , nice size.

C.R. · 21 April 2025

Beautiful book. Loughton for my son but I have enjoyed reading it too. Easy to read as it’s smaller than most coffee table books.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice find

C.R. · 3 December 2020

Bought as a gift for my son who’s studying design at Uni. Hope he finds it useful!

5.0 out of 5 stars A++

V. · 10 March 2021

A++

4.0 out of 5 stars Good overview

B. · 15 August 2023

Provides a good overview of iconic designs. A strangely small format though - small page size than pb - would be lovely A4 plus.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fab

P. · 26 December 2020

Fab

3.0 out of 5 stars Great small book

R. · 12 June 2021

Should have read how big the book is. Thought coffee table book but it’s tiny!

2.0 out of 5 stars Smaller than expected and came damaged.

A.C. · 8 December 2020

Tiny and came damaged! Supposed to be a gift!

Manejable

N.R.R. · 1 January 2021

Buen libro de consulta

Design at its finest

M.M. · 10 October 2025

A beautiful book if you like design.

知っている作品も多く楽しい

い. · 22 November 2022

これが!という物や、知ってる物など沢山載っていて、見ていて楽しかったです。

The Cabinet: NYE Design Book

K. · 9 January 2025

Good little book.

Gorgeous gift

R.M. · 10 July 2024

Bought this for a friend, as she loves all things design. She had a new designer book shelf and this fits in beautifully.

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