'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
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