The design encyclopedia
Mel Byars
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The design encyclopedia
by Mel Byars
Published
1994
Publisher
L. King
Pages
612
ISBN-13
9783781403659
Description
This definitive encyclopedia covers all elements associated with decoration and design in eastern and western Europe, Australia, North and South America and Japan. Over 3000 entries form a compendium of designers, firms, movements, styles and materials in the design world from the 19th century to the present. Features lists of major design exhibitions and fairs worldwide, ranging from the 1851 Great Exhibition in London through the 1992 Seville Expo to a Pan-Russian Exhibition in Moscow in 1882. Every entry includes dates, biography, details of design education and influences, exhibitions and awards, an in-depth discussion of important designs plus a complete bibliography covering publications in all languages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The design encyclopedia?
This edition of The design encyclopedia has approximately 612 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The design encyclopedia?
For most readers, The design encyclopedia typically takes between 12h 45m and 8h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 153,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 21 days • Estimated word count: 153,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The design encyclopedia?
The estimated word count for The design encyclopedia is approximately 153,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The design encyclopedia?
The design encyclopedia was written by Mel Byars.
When was The design encyclopedia published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.