Author(s): Oak - The Nordic Journal
Format: Hardback
No. of Pages: 288
Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd
Language: English
Date Published: 2017-05-22
Dimensions: 205 x 270 x 30mm
Publication City/Country: London, United Kingdom
Edition:
Illustrations:

An elegant exploration of the hugely influential simplicity, beauty, and functionality of Nordic design - timeless, yet on trend

From literature to food, lifestyle to fashion, cinema to architecture, Nordic influence is evident throughout contemporary culture. The Red Thread: Nordic Design celebrates this deep-rooted aesthetic, showcasing the diversity of design from Scandinavia and Finland via more than 200 objects - from everyday items to exquisitely produced decorative glassware, and from traditional handmade textiles to mass-produced products found in homes across the globe. The title is taken from a metaphor, common in the Nordic countries, of a shared and highlighted characteristic (like a long connecting thread in woven material), that runs through and connects themes, ideas, stories, and, in this case, design.