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New Product Design: Contemporary is a curated visual reference showcasing innovative product design from around the world. Edited by Shaoqiang Wang, it presents a broad survey of contemporary approaches to form, function, and materials. Ideal for designers, students, and creative professionals seeking inspiration and insight into current design trends and processes.
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About New Product Design : Contemporary...
New Product Design: Contemporary offers a rich visual survey of recent product design from international studios and designers. Edited by Shaoqiang Wang, the book gathers a wide range of objects—from furniture and lighting to consumer electronics and everyday tools—highlighting how contemporary designers balance aesthetics, usability, and manufacturing realities. Through high-quality photography and concise project descriptions, readers can explore diverse approaches to form, material selection, and problem-solving. The collection serves as both a sourcebook of ideas and a snapshot of current design sensibilities, making it valuable for anyone interested in the look, feel, and thinking behind today's manufactured objects. While it is primarily a visual reference rather than a technical manual, its breadth and curation make it a useful addition to design libraries and studio shelves.
Who should read New Product Design : Contemporary...?
This book is well suited to industrial and product designers looking for a visual overview of contemporary work, design students seeking inspiration and examples for projects, and creative professionals in related fields such as furniture, lighting, and consumer goods. It also appeals to design educators who want a broad collection of recent examples to discuss in class, and to anyone with a strong interest in modern design who enjoys browsing curated collections of well-photographed objects.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Broad international selection of contemporary product design projects
- ✓ High-quality photography that clearly shows form, detail, and materials
- ✓ Concise project descriptions make it easy to browse and reference
- ✓ Useful as a visual sourcebook for inspiration and mood boards
- ✓ Well-curated by an experienced design editor, Shaoqiang Wang
Cons
- ✗ Primarily visual; limited in-depth technical or process information
- ✗ No detailed critical analysis or historical context for each project
- ✗ May feel like a survey rather than a deep dive into any single designer
- ✗ Coverage depends on the editor's selection; some categories may be underrepresented
- ✗ Not a step-by-step guide for learning design methods
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Frequently asked questions
Is this book a textbook or a visual reference?
It is primarily a visual reference book, showcasing contemporary product design projects with photography and brief descriptions, rather than a structured textbook with exercises or theory.
Who is the editor of this book?
The book is edited by Shaoqiang Wang, a well-known design editor and author who has curated many books on graphic, product, and interior design.
Does the book include technical drawings or specifications?
It focuses on visual presentation and concise project descriptions; it generally does not include detailed technical drawings, dimensions, or manufacturing specifications.
Is this book suitable for design students?
Yes, it can serve as an inspirational resource and a broad overview of contemporary design approaches, useful for students building visual awareness and project ideas.
How many projects are featured in the book?
The exact number is not specified in the available metadata, but the book presents a curated selection of contemporary product designs from various international designers and studios.
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