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Book SynopsisAs featured in Wall Street Journal The most innovative, iconic, and influential products ever designed - from 1663 to the present day Originating from the highly acclaimed and groundbreaking three-volume Phaidon Design Classics, this new book presents 1,000 of the world's greatest objects in one large-format volume - from everyday items by anonymous creators to lauded pieces by the likes of Charles and Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Dieter Rams, Richard Sapper, Hans J. Wegner, and Florence Knoll. Carefully revised to bring every detail up to date, and with the addition of 100 new items that highlight designers from a diverse variety of backgrounds (including a greater number of female designers) and products from the last 15 years, this collection of the world's greatest product design is more comprehensive, compelling - and relevant - than ever before. The book showcases celebrated names alongside the new stars of modern design, including Le Corbusier, Alvar and Aino Aalto, Isamu Noguchi, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Lani Adeoye, Faye Toogood, and Lindsey Adelman. Each entry is accompanied by beautiful imagery and a detailed description that offers a rich insight into the product, its history, and its maker, from the renowned Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen to the much-loved Bird Zero e-scooter. This handsome book is the perfect reference guide for design enthusiasts, industry professionals, and all those interested in the creative process. Trade Review‘Feels as if MoMA's design gallery has been expanded to fill an IKEA store.’ – NPR‘Reading the stories behind these humble objects is every bit as enjoyable as revisiting the iconic masterpieces of Alvar Aalto, Ray and Charles Eames and Dieter Rams.’ – Wall Street Journal 'Beautiful and a must.' – Library Journal , Starred Review 'A chronological overview of some of the most ubiquitous, elegant, and impactful designs from the past four centuries.' – Fast Company 'If you're a hardcore design lover, this book belongs in your library.' – Design Milk 'Sure to be a useful reference guide for industry professionals and design enthusiasts alike.' – Metropolis 'This revision reveals that what we deem iconic is much like the universe itself – both timeless and ever- expanding.' – Introspective Magazine ‘[One of] the absolute best gifts for everyone on your list.’ – Glamour ‘Offers history buffs a chance to learn more about the chairs, cars, and objects they love and recognize as well as to discover something new.’ – Curbed ‘Endless inspiration.’ – Houzz‘[A] title to check out.’ – Aspire Design and Home‘Perfect bedside read or coffee-table display’ – Designlines 'While many of the objects are instantly associated with pioneering designers or brands (the Eames chair, the Nintendo Game Boy), others are so ubiquitous that it is easy to forget that they were designed at all (the paper clip, the egg carton).' – Booklist'Draws from the three-volume Phaidon Design Classics, but costs less and adds more.' – Core77 'Filled with eye-catching, inspiration-lighting ideas that any design enthusiast will love to explore.' – Werd

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Book SynopsisFrom Muji to Sony televisions, our lives are surrounded by Japanese design. We think we know it, whether it reflects calming minimalism, avant-garde catwalk fashion or the Kawaii aesthetic populating Tokyo streets. But these stereotypes do not portray the creativity, generosity and sheer hard work that has gone into creating design industries in Japan. In Designing Modern Japan, Sarah Teasley traces the stories of the people who shaped and shape design in modern Japan. Key to the account is how design was seen as a strategy to help the nation thrive during turbulent times, and for making life better along the way. Superbly illustrated, Designing Modern Japan appeals to the wide audience for Japanese design, history and culture.Table of ContentsSarah Teasley is Tutor in History of Design and Critical and Historical Studies at the Royal College of Art, London. Previous publications include Twentieth Century Design History (2005).

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Book SynopsisThis publication accompanies the exhibition Transform! Design and the Future of Energy at the Vitra Design Museum. Energy is the central driving force of our society; Energy is political; Energy is invisible. But all buildings, infrastructure and products with which energy is generated, distributed and used are designed. Design must therefore also play a central role in urgently needed energy transition. This publication accompanying the exhibition Transform! Designing the Future of Energy explores the current, radical transformation of the energy sector from a design perspective: from products that harvest renewable energies to the design of solar houses and wind turbines, from intelligent mobility concepts to future visions of self-sufficient cities. It sheds light on the global thirst for energy and asks critical questions: How can design contribute to making greater use of renewable energies and to reducing our energy consumption?

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Book SynopsisThe catalogue of a unique collection, ROBOTS 1:2 presents the space-themed toys in the R. F. Robot Collection held by the Vitra Design Museum. "Small kinetic sculptures of great originality": that is how Rolf Fehlbaum, Chairman Emeritus of Vitra and founder of the Vitra Design Museum, describes the objects in his collection. In many years of careful research, he compiled a rare Wunderkammer of toy robots made mainly in Japan between 1937 and 1973. The term robot was coined in 1921 by Czech writer Karel Capek in his play R. U. R., which foreshadowed some of the impact robots have had on human lives – from relieving us of hard, dangerous, or unpleasant tasks to taking over our jobs, from small everyday dependencies to shifts in social power dynamics. While the large-format predecessor to this book presented the exhibits in their original size, ROBOTS 1:2 shows the space toys on a 1:2 scale. The largest robot determines the size of the book: this conveys a sense of the uncanny ambivalence that clings to even the most playful representatives of their kind. The fantastic pictures on the original packaging often displayed alongside the figurines vividly illustrate an image of the future that by this time is itself part of our past. QR codes give access to short films showing a number of robots in action. The R. F. Robot Collection, housed in the »Wunderkammer« on the Vitra Campus in Weil am Rhein, Germany, can be visited as part of a guided tour.For more information please go to www.design-museum.de.

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Book SynopsisAs seen in Vanity Fair, Car and Driver, Architectural Digest, British GQ, and The Times A HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE SELECTION: Car & Driver, Wall Street Journal, Autocar, Cool Hunting, Autoblog 'A high-octane feast for petrol heads and lovers of design. – The Times A ground-breaking survey of more than 650 of the most exceptional cars ever designed, organized geographically The Atlas of Car Design is a global survey of the world’s greatest car designs, featuring more than 650 of the most revered (and occasionally reviled) models, from more than 190 manufacturers and more than 30 countries. Organized geographically then chronologically by decade, the book covers more than a century of exceptional and noteworthy car design – from Japanese cult classics, French Art-Deco masterpieces, German iconic models, Italian icons, and British performance machines, to American styling sensations, and pop culture and family favorites. This fresh take on an eternally popular subject, charts car design’s evolution across centuries and continents. Packed with images, combining period photography, studio shots, and original car advertising, the book’s oversized format generously displays the cars in all their remarkable detail. With captivating texts that tell stories of engineering feats, economic twists and turns, high-society lifestyles, and the desires of the masses, this book is a must-have for car and design fans of every kind. Trade Review‘A high-octane feast for petrol heads and lovers of design.’ – The Times‘Pure delight.’ – Bloomberg'Gorgeous ... breezy and informative.' – The Wall Street Journal‘The ultimate tome for unadulterated car porn.’ – GQ‘This rich history traces more than a century of stylish autos, from the mass-produced 1901 Oldsmobile Curved Dash to the Ford Bronco, to the Tesla Model X.’ – Vanity Fair‘The Atlas of Car Design goes beyond the usual suspects.’ – Car and Driver'As beautiful as a sleekly designed vehicle, this stylish survey compiles 650 of the globe’s most iconic automobiles, from the Corvette to the Tesla Model X. Gear heads will go crazy for the splashy vintage ads and rich archival imagery.’ – The New York Post'An excellent gift for those who have a passion for automotive design and a desire to explore the visual history of iconic cars.' – Autoblog‘Here cars are presented and celebrated as works of art ... in the land where car culture is always thrust into high gear, leafing through these pages may be the next best thing to actually buying a new machine.' – C Magazine‘As much an authoritative reference book as it is design inspiration.’ – Cool Hunting‘Whether you're a car connoisseur or simply appreciate the beauty of design, The Atlas of Car Design will leave you captivated and inspired.’ – Cool Material‘A coffee table must-have for car and design fans alike.’ – Hagerty Drivers Club Magazine‘Fascinating … an important addition to any car collector’s library.’ – Linkage‘Even the most informed reader will discover cars they never knew existed.’ – Robb Report ‘Simply put, this is the best and most complete single book on car design.’ – Sharp Magazine‘This book will keep you reading for hours.’ – Sports Car Market Magazine‘Travel through time to discover the captivating beauty of our modern era’s most practical works of art.’ – L’Officiel USA‘[An] epic monograph.’ – Wallpaper*‘A feat for the automotive world… Through design, technology, interface, mobility and integration, this book provides a comprehensive and immersive experience for lovers of all things automotive.’ – Reggie Watts, comedian, musician and actor ‘The Atlas of Car Design is a true retrospective in the grandest sense. You don’t need to be an automotive scholar to understand this book but you just might be by the end of it!’ – Matt Farah, Editor at Large, Road & Track Magazine and Host of The Smoking Tire Podcast ‘The Atlas of Car Design is a fantastic book – I truly love it, and I continually find myself flipping through it when I should be doing more productive things. The book does a great job of capturing the quirks and features of car design through the years and across the globe!’ – Doug DeMuro, YouTube Car Reviewer and Founder of Cars & Bids ‘This book will open your eyes to the car crazy world as it shows the automobile to be more than just a mode of transportation, it's a vehicle of rolling art & individual expression.’ – Magnus Walker, Car Enthusiast with A Beard

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Book SynopsisIn our seventh edition of The Package Design Book, we explore the world’s leading packaging design innovations from the 2021 and 2022 Pentawards competition. Now for the first time, it showcases entries into its new Sustainable Design category, highlighting designs from established industry professionals and young talent striving to reduce the impact of packaging on the planet.This edition strongly focuses on innovative packaging design that honors sustainability, diversity and has an inclusive approach to design at its core. Submissions from over 60 countries have pushed the boundaries of visuals to create meaningful designs that are both a pure expression of their brands’ values and a delight for the consumers who buy them. This book epitomizes beautiful design concepts that were developed with integrity.Alongside the thousands of submissions for the competition, the Pentawards Jury has also grown to an eclectic mix of 50 members representing 25 brands and 25 design agencies, including Amazon, Mars Food, Vault49, Estée Lauder, Superunion, Coty, WWF, and Stranger & Stranger. This volume comprises state-of-the-art packaging design that is not only witty, noble, and contemporary but illustrates the impact of this design discipline.Trade Review“A wonderful showcase and a global broadcast of the Pentawards winners’ expertise in package design.” * Packaging Today *

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Book SynopsisAlison J. Clarke is Professor of Design History and Theory, and Director of the Victor J. Papanek Foundation at the University of Applied Arts Vienna, Austria.Trade ReviewIn recent decades designers have armed themselves with ethnographic methods, left the creative studio, and ventured out into the field. In a parallel movement, anthropologists have drawn unexpected insight from the designer’s task of structuring our common experience. This fascinating volume offers diverse perspectives on the affinities between these complementary fields. * Barry Katz, professor of industrial and interaction design at California College of the Arts, USA *Table of ContentsList of Illustrations List of Contributors Acknowledgments Introduction 1. Materials and Design, Susanne Küchler (UCL, UK) 2. Objects in Sociology, Harvey Molotch (NYU, USA) 3. The Anthropological Object in Design: From Victor Papenek to Superstudio, Alison J. Clarke (University of Applied Arts Vienna, Austria) 4. Valuable to Values: How "User Research" Ought to Change, Maria Bezaitis (Intel Corporation, USA) and Rick E. Robinson (University of Colorado, USA) 5. Poetic Observation: What Designers Make of What They See, Jane Fulton Suri (IDEO, USA) 6. Prototyping the Social: Temporality and Speculative Futures at the Intersection of Design and Culture, Jamer Hunt (Parsons School of Design, USA) 7. Consuming IKEA and Inspiration as Material Form, Pauline Garvey (Maynooth University, Ireland) 8. "Erotic Needlework": Vernacular Designs on the 21st-century Market, Nicolette Makovicky (University of Oxford) 9. Functioning Forms / Anti-Design, Vladimir Arkhipov (Independent Artist) 10. Coloring Cars: Customizing Motor Vehicles in the East of the Australian Western Desert, Diana Young, The University of Queensland, Australia) 11. The Internet, the Parliament, and the Pub, Lane DeNicola (Emory College of Arts and Sciences, USA) 12. Interior Decoration: Offline and Online, Daniel Miller (UCL, UK) 13. Designing Financial Literacy in Haiti, Erin B. Taylor and Heather A. Horst (Western Sydney University, Australia) 14. Stirring the Anthropological Imagination: Ontological Design in Spaces of Transition, Arturo Escobar (University of North Carolina, USA) Index

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Book SynopsisDesign Innovation and Integration is more than just a toolkit; it is a guidebook for the industry leaders of tomorrow, providing a holistic understanding of the approaches, practices and tools required to integrate design strategically within an organisation. Novel solutions are required to meet complex problems, yet how to make these solutions a reality is rarely addressed. This book expands on existing design toolkits to provide an understanding of the principles and methods that underpin such tools and align them with organisational strategy. The aim is not to equip readers with a stocktake list of design tools, but to assist them to learn how to apply, adapt and re-mould tools to best suit their needs. It also demonstrates the more complex process of design integration, highlighting common pitfalls and opportunities. Drawing on over 10 years of independent research, authors Straker, Wrigley, and Nusem share experiences and outcomes (along with personal repartees) from their research, teaching and pet projects. The two key parts of this book, Design Innovation and Design Integration, equip the reader with an understanding of the theory encompassing these two areas. This book can be leveraged by readers seeking to develop their own design approach and to implement design in their organisation. If you are looking to grow your influence and create an environment in which design innovation can flourish, then this book is for you.

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Book SynopsisTools For Food explores the history of 250 of our most-loved and intriguing kitchen items and how they''ve changed the way we live.From 12th century Mongolian fire pots, to 17th century Chinese scissors, from beloved Tupperware food containers to the iconic Alessi lemon squeezer, this culinary journey covers well-loved designs, as well as lesser known objects.The reader will be taken on a journey around the globe, exploring how and what we cook has changed over the centuries, showing similarities and diversity across times and cultures.From primitive necessities to specialized high-tech equipment, each image is accompanied by a text detailing its origin, as well as interesting facts about its relationship between culture and cooking.

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Book SynopsisInterior Interruptions examines the role of the âpalimpsestâ and its relationship to narrative, sustainability, renovation and adaptive reuse. By exploring storytelling, palimpsestic characteristics and techniques, the book argues that these devices play a central role in the consideration of the designed interior.Narrative has a burgeoning relationship with the palimpsest and this approach embraces an aesthetic of incompleteness and imperfection as a site rich response. It recognises the ongoing âbiographyâ or heritage of a building as a form of transient architectural narrative that encourages reuse through the continual process of writing, rewriting, overwriting and unwriting. This process has sustainable, societal, archaeological and textual connotations that can be interpreted as a process of âlayeringâ whereby the architectural shell is viewed as a container; a rich repository that is âoverlainâ by surface changes, documents architectural and spatial modifications, and is populated by interior fixtures and fittings that all unite to create an ever-changing interior story.Exploring case studies from the UK, Netherlands, Palestine, Belgium, Singapore, Spain, Portugal, France, Germany, Brazil, Japan, USA and China and beautifully illustrated in full colour, this book proposes that the act of interior renovation can be viewed as a perpetual form of revisionary storytelling re-imagined as a series of temporal interior âinterruptionsâ. It is essential reading for students and professionals interested in the built environment, including, but not limited to, interior design, interior decoration, interior architecture and architecture.

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Book SynopsisBIG-GAME is a Swiss design studio founded by three friends in 2004. This book presents their industrial design work on everyday objects. Through anecdotes, diagrams, and pictures made for the publication, the book gives an overview of fifteen years of practice and reveals the pleasure the designers take in creating items that become part of our everyday lives. From a wine bottle sold in supermarkets to a chair in the permanent collection of the MoMA, a set of cutlery for an airline to a timepiece for a Swiss watchmaker, a collaboration with Japanese potters to a piece of furniture sold at Ikea, the charming, humorous, and direct tone they use to explain their work is a fun way to express the industrial design process today. Based on a series of informal interviews, the main text by Anniina Koivu explains the design process within this modern-day design collective. The introduction by Susanne Hilpert Stuber, casts a light on the relationship between BIG-GAME and today's Swiss design industry, and puts it in an international context.

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Book SynopsisThe simultaneous emergence of the serial killer and the assembly line as expressions of the rationality of modern production methods.In 1896, at the age of 35, Henry Howard Holmes, whose real name was Herman Webster Mudget, became the first serial killer in the United States, confessing to dozens of crimes. To carry out his activities quietly, he built in Chicago a building so vast that his neighbors called it the “Château.” Located just a stone's throw from the most sophisticated slaughterhouses in the world, lethal, practical, and comfortable, Holmes's building was equipped with the latest innovations. A rational, cozy masterpiece of crime dressed in slippers, Holmes's project fit perfectly into the functionalist project of the modern world.In The Murder Factory, Alexandra Midal examines the almost simultaneous emergence of the industrial revolution and the figure of the serial killer. Far from being a coincidence, it marks the rationality of new production methods—of which the assembly line and serial murder are two expressions. In the Holmes case, an antihero of modern history can shed light on the treatment of living things brought about by this economic, mechanical, and cultural revolution.H. H. Holmes's confessions, published in the Philadelphia Enquirer just before his execution in April 1896, follow Midal's text.

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Book SynopsisA miscellany of actual patents for wonderfully bizarre inventions, Brilliantly Bad is a salute to what the human mind can achieve even if it probably shouldn't.This collection of the strangest ideas ever patented, ranging from the bizarre and baffling to the *oh so close* to genius, is a true celebration of human ingenuity in all its (occasionally) pointless glory.INVENTIONS INCLUDE:A coat that doubles as a urinalA musical condomAn automated pet petterFace-lifting earringsA weight-lifting device for the penis

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Table of Contents1.0 Heat exchanger design2.0 Calculation of the temperature differences LMTD and CMTD3.0 Calculation of the heat transfer coefficients and pressure losses in convective heat transfer4.0 Geometrical heat exchanger calculations5.0 Dimensionsless characterisation numbers for heat transfer6.0 Overall heat transfer coefficient and temperature profile of a heat exchanger7.0 Process engineering calculations8.0 Design of condensers9.0 Design of evaporators10.0 Design of thermosiphon evaporators11.0 Double tube-, plain tube- and cross-flow heat exchanger12.0 Finned-tube heat exchanger

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Book SynopsisIn The Language of Things Deyan Sudjic, Director of the Design Museum, decodes the things around us: their hidden meanings, our relationship with them, how they shape our lives and why we desire them. Design is everywhere. It seduces, pleases and inspires us. It makes us part with our money. It defines who we think we are. An iPhone, an anglepoise lamp, a Picasso, a banknote, an Armani suit, a William Morris textile, a Lucky Strike packet, a spacecraft - every object tells a story. And understanding their stories offers us a whole new way of seeing the world. ''Articulate and wonderfully knowledgeable ... for anyone who takes an interest in the world around us''   Time Out ''A nightmare vision of a world drowning in objects ... witty, well observed and wide-ranging''   Guardian ''An elegant, witty and free-ranging survey, from Thomas Chippendale''s ponderous 18th-century manor-house furniTrade ReviewAn elegant, witty and free-ranging survey of industrial product design from Thomas Chippendale's ponderous 18th-century manor-house furnishings to Jonathan Ive's sprightly Macintosh iBooks * Telegraph *Sudjic's book rebukes designers for their arrogance and increasing self-importance ... readable, sharp and worthwhile * FT *The Language of Things is a happy trot through the colourful landscape formed by design's eternal alternation between use and allure * Evening Standard *Deyan Sudjic presents us with a nightmare vision of a world drowning in objects ... witty, well observed and wide-ranging * Guardian *As a confessional, the book is witty and honest, and Deyan Sudjic remains one of our most insightful commentators * Royal Academy magazine *Articulate and wonderfully knowledgeable ... a very nice object in itself ... much in here for anyone who takes an interest in the world around us * Time Out *

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Book SynopsisJohn Heskett wants to transform the way we think about design by showing how integral it is to our daily lives, from the spoon we use to eat our breakfast cereal, and the car we drive to work in, to the medical equipment used to save lives. Design combines ''need'' and ''desire'' in the form of a practical object that can also reflect the user''s identity and aspirations through its form and decoration.This concise guide to contemporary design goes beyond style and taste to look at how different cultures and individuals personalize objects. Heskett also reveals how simple objects, such as a toothpick, can have their design modified to suit the specific cultural behaviour in different countries. There are also fascinating insights into how major companies such as Nokia, Ford, and Sony approach design. Finally, the author gives us an exciting vision of what design can offer us in the future, showing in particular how it can humanize new technology. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition 'Erudite and well-researched...should be essential reading for students, educationalists, practising designers, industrialists and government.' * Terence Conran *Table of ContentsFURTHER READING; INDEX

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Book SynopsisThis book is a compelling and comprehensive guide to data science, emphasizing its real-world business applications and focusing on how to collaborate productively with data science teams.Trade ReviewEngaging in data science requires diplomacy for maximal impact. Namely, understanding the norms and priorities of data professionals helps you to spot risks and opportunities. As experienced, trusted data science advisors, and by providing valuable examples, Friedman and Swaminathan open a new data-driven world that spans every single industry vertical. -- Armen Kherlopian, CEO and Partner, Covenant Venture CapitalWinning with Data Science is refreshingly practical and clear. It’s also fun and empowering. After reading it, you’ll be more savvy about working with data teams and more valuable to your company. You may even become the envy of your colleagues (and competitors), who will wonder how you got so smart. -- Steven Strogatz, Susan and Barton Winokur Distinguished Professor for the Public Understanding of Science and Mathematics, Cornell University, and author of Infinite PowersFriedman and Swaminathan have taken the complex topic of data science and made it accessible to everyone. Their creative use of characters, situations, and meaningful examples serve to demystify how to think about the field, how to use data science to solve everyday problems, and how to interact with data scientists to ensure successful projects. An excellent read, even for people who (think they) know a little about the field of data science! -- Melvin (Skip) Olson, global head, Integrated Evidence Strategy and Innovation, Novartis Pharma AGWinning with Data Science addresses a critical but often ignored obstacle in data science: the knowledge gap between business stakeholders and technical teams. This book cuts through data science buzzwords and empowers readers with the knowledge to cultivate thriving data cultures. Distinguishing itself from others, this book prioritizes effective communication and collaboration within the data science sphere, facilitating deeper discussions on intricate technical subjects. -- Jeff Chen, former chief data scientist of the U.S. Department of Commerce and coauthor of Data Science for Public PolicyA terrific work. Winning with Data Science expertly takes readers through daily 'data lives,' struggles with business problems, and the data science concepts that can help address them. -- Paul W. Thurman, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, and author of MBA Fundamentals: StatisticsFriedman and Swaminathan provide a deep understanding of data science methodologies to managers, striking exactly the right balance of complexity and accessibility. -- Kim Sweeny, Principal Projects Officer, Institute for Sustainable Industries & Liveable Cities, Victoria UniversityIn today's digital age, data is king. And for business leaders, extracting insights and using them to drive informed decisions is more crucial than ever. . . . If [you] want to speak the language of data and harness its potential, Winning with Data Science is a must-read. -- Ken Kuang, entrepreneur, and Founder, Torrey Hills TechnologiesBy the end of the book, you'll feel like a pro in talking about data, even if you're not a tech expert. -- Nirali Mehta, Founder and CEO, PHARMA-STATSWinning with Data Science tackles the complex topic of data science and simplifies it to make it accessible to anyone, enabling a more data-driven culture at your organization. -- David Mathison, CEO, Chief AI Officer Summit, CDO Club, and CDO SummitTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroduction1. Tools of the Trade2. The Data Science Project3. Data Science Foundations4. Making Decisions with Data5. Clustering, Segmenting, and Cutting Through the Noise6. Building Your First Model7. Tools for Machine Learning8. Pulling It Together9. EthicsConclusionNotesIndex

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Book Synopsis''Packed end to end with ways to see the world in new ways'' Mike Krieger, cofounder, Instagram ''Designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection and make our lives better'' Gretchen Rubin''Navigate today''s world with agility, resilience and imagination'' Lorraine Twohill, CMO, GoogleWhat do they teach you at the most prestigious design school in the world? For the first time, you can find out. This highly-visual guide brings to life the philosophies of some of the d.school''s most inventive and unconventional minds, including founder David Kelley, Choreographer Aleta Hayes and Google Chief Innovation Evangelist Frederik Pferdt and more. Creative Acts for Curious People is packed with ideas about the art of learning, discovery and leading through creative problem solving. With exercises including:- ''Expert Eyes'' to test your observation skills- ''How to Talk to Strangers'' Trade ReviewCreative Acts for Curious People is a delightful, compelling book that offers a dazzling array of practical, thoughtful exercises designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection, and make our lives better * Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author and host of the Happier podcast *Mastering the skills of creativity, inventiveness, and improvisation may seem to be out of reach, but not if you are brave enough to read this extraordinary book. With memorable illustrations and compelling exercises, Creative Acts for Curious People clearly lays out practical ways to overcome any obstacle * Francesca Gino, Harvard Business School professor and bestselling author of Rebel Talent *"Attending classes at the d.school changed my life. I learned that to build empathy and creativity, you have to break out of habits and patterns to see the world in new ways. This book is packed end to end with ways to do just that by taking any part of the design process to a new level, be it in the initial need-finding stage or deep into the execution phase. The illustrations are great too! * Mike Krieger, co-founder of Instagram *"I've seen firsthand how the d.school thinks about creativity and design. Creative Acts for Curious Peoplemakes the genius of Sarah Stein Greenberg and the d.school available and accessible to everyone. The experiences inside this book teach both the hard and soft skills that we all need to navigate today's world with agility, resilience, and imagination * Lorraine Twohill, chief marketing officer at Google *Talent and intelligence are universal, but resources and opportunities are not. This book offers everyone what I experienced at the d.school-the realization that when you believe in your own creativity and support people in cultivating their own, together we can create a new future * Michael Tubbs, former mayor of Stockton, California, and founder of Mayors for a Guaranteed Income *

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Book SynopsisA history of color and commerce from haute couture to automobile showrooms to interior design.When the fashion industry declares that lime green is the new black, or instructs us to “think pink!,” it is not the result of a backroom deal forged by a secretive cabal of fashion journalists, designers, manufacturers, and the editor of Vogue. It is the latest development of a color revolution that has been unfolding for more than a century. In this book, the award-winning historian Regina Lee Blaszczyk traces the relationship of color and commerce, from haute couture to automobile showrooms to interior design, describing the often unrecognized role of the color profession in consumer culture.Blaszczyk examines the evolution of the color profession from 1850 to 1970, telling the stories of innovators who managed the color cornucopia that modern artificial dyes and pigments made possible. These “color stylists,” “color forecasters,”

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Book SynopsisHow product design criticism has rescued some products from the trash and consigned others to the landfill.Product design criticism operates at the very brink of the landfill site, salvaging some products with praise but consigning others to its depths through condemnation or indifference. When a designed product's usefulness is past, the public happily discards it to make room for the next new thing. Criticism rarely deals with how a product might be used, or not used, over time; it is more likely to play the enabler, encouraging our addiction to consumption. With Sifting the Trash, Alice Twemlow offers an especially timely reexamination of the history of product design criticism through the metaphors and actualities of the product as imminent junk and the consumer as junkie. Twemlow explores five key moments over the past sixty years of product design criticism. From the mid-1950s through the 1960s, for example, critics including Reyner Banham, Deborah Allen,

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Book SynopsisMatthew Boulton was an 18th-century designer, inventor, and industrialist, a consummate businessman, and co-founder of the influential Lunar Society. This book explains how Boulton, a Birmingham 'toy'-maker producing buttons, buckles and silverware, went into business with James Watt and exported Boulton & Watt steam engines all over the world.

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Book SynopsisCombining the best of Scandinavian design with a plentiful indigenous supply of trees, the Swedish toy industry has long produced vast quantities of colourful, quality wooden items. This illustrated book looks at over 100 years of Swedish toys, from historic heirlooms to the latest in design and educational value.Trade Review“[A] superbly illustrated book”—Journal of Arts and Collectibles * Journal of Arts and Collectibles *Co-winner for first place for 2014 Awards of Excellence for Catalogue Publication, sponsored by the Association of Art Museum Curators. -- Exhibition Catalogue Award * Association of Art Museum Curators *

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Book SynopsisAn easy-to-follow contemporary engineering economics text that helps making sound economic decisions without advanced mathematics. This one-semester introduction to the fundamentals of engineering economics provides an overview of the basic theory and mathematics underlying operational business decisions that engineering technology, engineering, and industrial technology students will face in the workplace. A basic knowledge of economics empowers a manager to balance costs with production. This new edition of Fundamentals of Economics for Engineering Technologists and Engineers is written in plain language. Concepts have been simplified and kept straightforward with an emphasis on how to apply economic principles. Practical examples as a tool for managing business data and giving detailed analysis of business operations. throughout the text make good use of Microsoft Excel templates, provided on the bookâs companion website, for students. Chapter-end exercises provide discussion and multiple-choice questions along with numerical problems, and a solutions manual and instructor resources is given for adopting instructors.Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Cashflows 3. Single payment 4. Multiple payments 5. Payback period 6. Time value of money 7. Rate of return 8. Benefit-cost ratio 9. Comparison 10. Depreciation 11. Income tax 12. Replacement analysis 13. Break even analysis 14. Risk analysis 15. Other considerations

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Book SynopsisReimagining Alternative Technology for Design in the 21st Century presents a new approach to design that harnesses still-valuable alternative, traditional and abandoned technologies alongside the creation of new ones to address contemporary global problems. It focuses on design opportunities that reduce energy and material consumption to tackle issues such as climate change and pollution in industrialized economies. The book takes the reader on a journey surveying different facets of human activity to identify underused and discarded technologies that could be indispensable today. It critically addresses newer approaches to design and technology by comparing them to existing alternatives, unpacking examples including air conditioning with smart thermostats, electric lighting, durable reusable products, domestic maintenance tools and methods of transportation.Written for practicing designers and students in industrial design, architecture, sustainable design anTrade Review"The age of buildings as ‘machines for living in’ is ending. We live in an increasingly unpredictable world. ‘Fit for purpose’ building in the 21st century must cope with evermore extreme weather events, grid failures, finite natural resources and soaring costs of living. Buildings, and the products and furnishings inside them, must be durable, repairable and adaptable. Alternative technologies re-connect people with the free, natural energy flows of the ecosystems they occupy, enabling them to do more for less, educating them to protect against and exploit those powerful flows where useful. This book is a great read for all who are keen to survive and thrive in a different future." Susan Roaf, Professor of Architectural Engineering at Heriot-Watt University, UK"Sometimes the best idea is one that’s tried, true and ready for a comeback. Kennedy makes a brilliant argument for innovative revivals of ideas, products and goods whose time has once again come. A must-read for anyone looking for a more sustainable future!"David Sax, journalist based in Canada, and author of the best-selling book, Revenge of the AnalogTable of ContentsIntroduction: Alternative Technology for the 21st Century 1. Why Should Alternative Technology be Reexamined? 2. The Imperfect Renaissance of the American City Street: Sidewalks, Bike Lanes and Electric Surface Transit 3. Heating and Cooling: Alternatives for Thermal Comfort 4. Daylighting Vs. Electric Lighting 5. The Hidden Costs of Domestic Upkeep 6. Return to Durable Design 7. Reimagining Design with Traditional Materials 8. Manual and Therefore Modern? 9. Manufacturing with Water, Wind and Human Power 10. Transporting Goods and People Conclusion: Alternative Principles for 21st-Century Design

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Book SynopsisThis new handbook covers a wide range of engineering skills generally not taught in today''s college-level technical programs. New engineers, though technically sound, need to master these other skills upon entering the professional world. Topics covered include teaming, root cause analysis, Lean manufacturing and management, presentation skills, innovation, and change leadership. Based on the author's 30 years of engineering and leadership experience, this work contains a wealth of practical tips and advice, as well as lessons learned the hard way. Portable and concise, the handbook can help new engineers thrive in and enjoy the technical world and their professional careers. Table of ContentsChapter 1 Lessons Learned and Food for ThoughtChapter 2 Leading and Working with Your TeamChapter 3 Virtual Teams, Leading and Working with Virtual TeamsChapter 4 Developing and Delivering PresentationsChapter 5 Understanding Creativity and InnovationChapter 6 Critical Thinking SkillsChapter 7 Developing Requirements, Goals, and ObjectivesChapter 8 Developing and Understanding StrategyChapter 9 Root Cause Analysis/What to Do When Things Do Not Go asPlannedChapter 10 Lean Engineering the BasicsChapter 11 Cost Estimation/How Do You Figure Out the Cost ofManufacturing

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This introduction to descriptive geometry and contemporary drafting guides the student through the essential principles to create engineering drawings that comply with international standards of technical product specification. This heavily updated new edition now applies to CAD as well as conventional drawing. Extensive new coverage is given of: International drafting conventions Methods of spatial visualisation such as multi-view projection Types of views Dimensioning Dimensional and geometric tolerancing Representation of workpiece and machine elements Assembly drawings Comprehensible illustrations and clear explanations help the reader master drafting and layout concepts for creating professional engineering drawings. The book provides a large number of exercises for each main topic. This edition covers updated material and reflects the latest ISO standards. It is ideal for undergraduate

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Book SynopsisAs featured on CNN, Forbes and Inc BookAuthority identifies and rates the best books in the world, based on recommendations by the world''s most successful business leaders and experts. Winning the spot of #19 out of 26 on the 2020 Bookauthority Best New Industrial Management Books of All Time. Winning the spot of #3 out of 8 on the 2021 Bookauthority Best New Industrial Management Books to Read in 2021. Winning the spot of #5 out of 11 on the 2021 Bookauthority Best New Product Design Books to Read in 2021. 2020 Taylor & Francis Award Winner for Outstanding Professional Book!Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): A Digital Journey Using Industrial Internet of Things (IIot) provides a summary of the essential topics of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in the era of IndustTable of Contents1. PLM Components. 2. PLM Ecosystem. 3. Evolution of IIoT. 4. Smart Product Development. 5. Convergence of PLM with IIoT. 6. Industry 4.0 Technologies That Enhance PLM. 7. PLM Using IIoT Use Case. Index.

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Book SynopsisAdditive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technology: Principles and Applications consists of the construction and working details of all modern additive manufacturing and 3D-printing technology processes and machines, while also including the fundamentals, for a well-rounded educational experience. The book is written to help the reader understand the fundamentals of the systems. This book provides a selection of additive manufacturing techniques suitable for near-term application with enough technical background to understand the domain, its applicability, and to consider variations to suit technical and organizational constraints. It highlights new innovative 3D-printing systems, presents a view of 4D printing, and promotes a vision of additive manufacturing and applications toward modern manufacturing engineering practices. With the block diagrams, self-explanatory figures, chapter exercises, and photographs of lab-developed prototypes, along with case studieTable of Contents1. Introduction to Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technology. 2. CAD for Additive Manufacturing. 3. Liquid-Based Additive Manufacturing Systems. 4. Solid-Based Additive Manufacturing Systems. 5. Powder-Based Additive Manufacturing Systems. 6. Materials in Additive Manufacturing. 7. Applications and Examples. 8. Additive Manufacturing Equipment. 9. Post Processing. 10. Product Quality.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents a comprehensive and expert-led insight into the role, types, practises and determinants of corporate narrative reporting (CNR). It provides a detailed overview of the importance of narrative disclosure in understanding the full annual report and, consequently, company performance and future prospects.CNR comprises integral information presented in the front half of the annual report, which helps to tell the full story of a business, providing a comprehensive overview and understanding of both its past and future performance. Supported with illustrative tables and figures throughout, this volume contains a plethora of carefully selected chapters, featuring the analytical insight of knowledgeable academics and researchers from all over the world. Using different data collection and analysis methods, it links and advances theory and practice in the disclosure and presentation of non-financial information in annual reports and other disclosure channels.TTable of ContentsIntroduction. Part 1: Narrative Reporting: The State of the Art. 1. Corporate Narrative Reporting: Nature and Related Costs. 2. Searching for Regulation in Corporate Narrative Reporting for Charitable Organisations in the past: A Historical Exploration in Italy and the UK. 3. Forward-Looking Disclosure: Nature, Determinants and Consequences. 4. Risk Reporting Quality: A Review of Current Practices, Trends and Future Directions for Research. 5. Corporate Governance and Narrative Disclosure Features: A Literature Review. 6. Extended Auditor Reports and Key Audit Matters Disclosure as Complements to Corporate Narrative Reporting. Part 2: Empirical Research on Narrative Reporting. 7. The Readability of Narrative Disclosures and Earnings Management: Empirical Evidence from the GCC Banking Sector. 8. The Determinants of Forward-Looking Narrative Reporting in Annual Reports of Emerging Countries: Evidence from India. 9. A Comparison of Integrated Reporting Practices in Japan and the UK. 10. Disclosure Trends in Intellectual Capital Disclosure: A Focus on the Asian Markets. 11. Do Integrated Financial and Extra-Financial Narrative Disclosures in the Management Commentary affect Firm Valuation? International Evidence. Part 3: Narrative Sustainability Reporting. 12. An Exploratory Study on Climate-related Financial Disclosures: International Evidence. 13. Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility Disclosure: A Literature Review with a Particular Emphasis on China and Social Media Disclosure. 14. Accounting for Sustainable Development (ASD) Practices: Theoretical Emergence and Development. 15. The Relationships between Corporate Narrative Reporting Practices and Sustainable Business Models. Part 4: Narrative Reporting in Times of Crisis. 16. Changes in Governance of Corporate Risks: Evidence from British Petroleum’s Response to the Deepwater Horizon Incident through Narrative Reporting. 17.Examining the Directors’ Remuneration Reports: The case of Thomas Cook. 18. Digital Narrative Reporting and Legitimation Tactics in Dieselgate Time(s). 19. A Content Analysis of Narrative COVID-19 Disclosure in Omani Islamic Banks.

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