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Designing for People

Henry Dreyfuss

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A cult read among designers for more than half a century, the famous manifesto of America's greatest industrial designer is finally back in print! From the first answering machine ("the electronic brain") and the Hoover vacuum cleaner to the SS Independence and the Bell telephone, the creations of Henry S. Dreyfuss have shaped the cultural landscape of the 20th century. Written in a robust, fresh style, this book offers an inviting mix of professional advice, case studies, and design history along with historical black-and-white photos and the author's whimsical drawings. In addition, the author's uncompromising commitment to public service, ethics, and design responsibility makes this masterful guide a timely read for today's designers.

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Reader tags: 1955, 20th century, answering machine, case studies, design, design ethics, design history, designers, ethics, henry dreyfuss, industrial design, interaction, non-fiction. classic, purpose, responsibility, telephone, usability, user experience, user interface design, vacuum cleaner

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