Prouve
ISBN: 9783836543811
Author : Taschen GmbH
Published: 2017
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Number of pages: 96
Language: English
Format: Hardback
Author : Taschen GmbH
Published: 2017
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Number of pages: 96
Language: English
Format: Hardback
Description
Shapes of Things to Come
Jean Prouvé’s economical elegance
French-born Jean Prouvé (1901–1984) was the 20th century’s leading construction designer, a self-declared “constructeur” and member of the jury who oversaw the design of the Centre Pompidou in Paris. As a designer, he captured the midcentury spirit of innovation, expansion, and growth, developing techniques that united simple, striking aesthetics with practical, cost-effective materials and assembly.
From vast, temporary exhibition marquees to handheld letter openers, modular building systems to interior lighting, Prouvé’s designs efficiently fitted their function with minimal fuss and understated elegance. Feted by designers, architects, and engineers the world over, Prouvé has left a rich and inspirational legacy, which resonates perfectly with the approach of this compact volume, neatly summarizing his life and works.
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