Tord Boontje: Enchanted World: Romance of Design, The

Tord Boontje: Enchanted World is a comprehensive visual document of the designer's most recent work. It showcases his designs, including the Icarus Lamp, Meta armoire, and Yamaha Bluetooth speaker, combining traditional approaches with modern technologies. The book is conceived as a work of total design, with special printing effects and beautiful marginalia.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2023
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Tord Boontje, a renowned and visionary industrial designer, unveils his captivating creations in the eagerly awaited follow-up volume, Tord Boontje: Enchanted World. This comprehensive visual document showcases the designer's most recent work, where he seamlessly blends an artisanal sensibility with contemporary industrial design. Drawing upon a rich graphic tradition, Boontje crafts objects of exceptional beauty and delicacy, evoking a sense of enchantment and wonder.

Within this captivating collection, readers are treated to a selection of Boontje's latest works, many of which were undertaken after his departure from the position of Head of Design Products at the Royal College of Art in 2013. Since then, Boontje has dedicated himself to his own design studio in London, where he continues to push the boundaries of creativity. The featured designs encompass a range of captivating pieces, including the ethereal Icarus Lamp, an armoire constructed entirely of pressed-metal fig leaves for Meta, a portable Bluetooth speaker for Yamaha ingeniously hidden under a curtain of horsehair, and numerous other romantic explorations that have distinguished Boontje's output in the world of design.

What sets Boontje's work apart is his unique approach to combining developing technologies with traditional craftsmanship. His pieces are prized for their originality, intricacy, and delicate detail, reflecting his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of design. This book serves as a captivating window into Boontje's creative process, from the initial studio prototypes to the final retail iterations. It is meticulously conceived as a work of total design, employing special printing effects and beautiful marginalia on nearly every page. These marginalia feature Boontje's sensitive and romantic detailed hand-drawn illustrations, which have served as the inspiration for many of the objects showcased within.

Tord Boontje: Enchanted World is a testament to the designer's exceptional talent and artistic vision. It invites readers to immerse themselves in his enchanting world, where industrial design meets artistry, and where objects become works of art. Whether you are a design enthusiast, a collector, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of craftsmanship, this book is a must-have that will transport you to a realm of creativity and wonder.

Weight: 2020g
Dimension: 392 x 307 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780789341655