Design in Theory and Practice (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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The book argues that great design comes from shared principles across arts, not from one isolated rule. If you design any object, this edition helps you see how lines, forms, and tones carry meaning. It shows that beauty grows from clear intent, thoughtful proportions, and a disciplined practice, not from clever tricks or cheap materials. The ideas apply to furniture, interiors, and decorative arts, linking practical craft with aesthetic ideas.

Read to understand how designers connect creativity with structure, how environment shapes motifs, and how steady practice shapes judgment. The text emphasizes evaluating every element, seeking harmony, and avoiding superficial “clever” tricks. It offers guidance on developing a strong, clear design voice through study, observation, and deliberate refinement.

• How common design questions recur across arts and crafts


• How to judge line, form, and tone for coherence and beauty


• Strategies for refining proportions and organizing space


• Ways to cultivate a disciplined design process and environment-aware motifs

Ideal for readers of design, architecture, and craft who want grounded, practice-based principles.

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