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Lawson, Stuart

 
9781529432060: Furniture Design, second edition: An Introduction to Development, Materials and Manufacturing

Synopsis

A unique and comprehensive resource for student and professional furniture designers, providing in-depth answers to their questions about aesthetics, function, materials, manufacturing and sustainability. In this second edition Stuart Lawson emphasizes the principles of a circular economy and what this means for furniture
design and consumption. He considers the latest technological developments such as 3-D printing and the use of innovative materials such as bioplastics. He also examines the capabilities and potential of CAD-based design optimization, AI and machine learning-driven generative design processes.
The book features case studies on pioneering, contemporary and historical designers and includes an illustrated directory of materials and manufacturing processes.

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À propos de l'auteur

Stuart Lawson is Associate Professor in the School of Art, Design & Architecture at De Montfort University.

À propos de la quatrième de couverture

"Furniture Design for the Future" is an essential resource for both student and professional furniture designers, offering comprehensive insights into aesthetics, function, materials, manufacturing, and sustainability. In this updated second edition, Stuart Lawson highlights the core principles of a circular economy and its implications for furniture design and consumption. He explores cutting-edge technological advancements like 3-D printing and the introduction of innovative materials such as bioplastics. Additionally, the book delves into the possibilities of CAD-based design optimization and the exciting realms of AI and machine learning-driven generative design processes. Featuring captivating case studies of pioneering designers and a detailed illustrated directory of materials and manufacturing techniques, this book is a must-have for anyone passionate about the future of furniture design.

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