George Nelson

Alexander von Vegesack

Sunburst clocks, swag-leg armchairs: the designs of George Nelson have come to define the mid-century modern aesthetic. In honor of Nelson’s 100th birthday comes this exhibition catalogue for the first comprehensive retrospective of the work of the designer, one of the most influential figures in American design during the second half of the twentieth century. Full color, extensively illustrated, this book from the Vitra Design Museum is a fitting tribute to this seminal figure. With eight essays by German and American design historians, the publication deals with all of the areas in Nelson’s oeuvre, many of which are presented here for the first time. The majority of illustrations, previously unpublished, come from the Nelson Estate in the Vitra Design Museum Archive.

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Norway Calling

Touch Down in a New World of Norwegian Design

Anyone looking for the latest inspirations in Norwegian architecture will want this compendium of contemporary design. Beautifully illustrated, it’s the first book to showcase the most exciting young architects from this Scandinavian country – an excellent opportunity for design-lovers to acquaint themselves with the newest approaches since the work of past giants like Sverre Fehn, Grete Prytz Kittelsen and Arne Korsmo. Some of the most interesting and innovative projects of recent years are featured. The book also details the contributions of the Norwegian government, through Norsk Form and the Norwegian Design Council, showing how the public sector can encourage forward thinking and fine work.

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