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`A comprehensive look at car design' --Land Rover Owner International, 1 February 2011
...presented in an informative yet accessible way
--New Design
The book isn't only about sketches - it includes critiques of existing cars, a rundown of the best designs and case studies of everything from the Volvo C70 to the new Ford Focus --Auto Express, March 2011
...presented in an informative yet accessible way
--New Design
The book isn't only about sketches - it includes critiques of existing cars, a rundown of the best designs and case studies of everything from the Volvo C70 to the new Ford Focus --Auto Express, March 2011
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This comprehensive new edition of How to Design Cars Like a Pro provides an in depth look at modern automotive design. Interviews with leading automobile designers, analyses of past and present trends, studies of individual models and concepts, and much more combine to reveal the fascinating mix of art and science that goes into creating automobiles. This book is a must have for professional designers, as well as for automotive enthusiasts.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The reason for this books low rating is its title. Someone wanting to learn how to draw cars really should look elsewhere. While there is a section on perspective, drawing and rendering techniques, it is very brief and feels like something of an afterthought.
What you get instead is an in-depth look at the car design industry, and input from some of the very best designers working today. Much of it is subjective, with various people submitting their favourite current cars, and a list of the ten 'most influential concept cars of all time', but you get the sense that the contributors really do know what they are talking about. Interiors and concept cars get their own sections, and there is also a useful timeline of design trends, masquerading as a list of landmark designs.
Aside from a few photographs crossing the centre-line, the book is beautifully presented. The very readable text is quite informative, and some brilliant sketches and renderings sit alongside the many photographs.
This book will not appeal to everyone and will frustrate those who expect a drawing guide, but for the people to whom I suspect it is aimed, those considering a career in transport design, there is only one word for it: perfect.
What you get instead is an in-depth look at the car design industry, and input from some of the very best designers working today. Much of it is subjective, with various people submitting their favourite current cars, and a list of the ten 'most influential concept cars of all time', but you get the sense that the contributors really do know what they are talking about. Interiors and concept cars get their own sections, and there is also a useful timeline of design trends, masquerading as a list of landmark designs.
Aside from a few photographs crossing the centre-line, the book is beautifully presented. The very readable text is quite informative, and some brilliant sketches and renderings sit alongside the many photographs.
This book will not appeal to everyone and will frustrate those who expect a drawing guide, but for the people to whom I suspect it is aimed, those considering a career in transport design, there is only one word for it: perfect.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is completely different from the 1st edition, with wonderful illustrations and with a great diary of a Land Rover designer gives a real insight into how the professionals work. I may not whole-heartedly agree with Lewin's top 50 designs selected, but that aside it's a fascinating journey through some of the most iconic car designs ever dreamed up and well written. Slick, factual and the petrol head's coffee table book choice.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As usual, this confuses design and styling; it's not actually about design at all (design is a process which always involves engineering), it's actually about styling. Don't buy this if you actually want to know anything about designing cars (or anything else!) - on the other hand, if you think you might be the new Harvey Earl this might help you to maintain your delusions........
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not a bad book for a casual encounter
I have to say i lost interest in this book. If you are really into cars i would recomend having this, because it does show how cars are developed and how the designed picks and... Read more
Published 4 months ago by shane t
Even better than the last one
This book is a great read / look.
I am a designer with very fussy taste when it comes to cars, and they've included lots of my favourites in here. Read more
I am a designer with very fussy taste when it comes to cars, and they've included lots of my favourites in here. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Night Owl
Disappointing.
I bought this book based on the title, hoping that it would be a good review of car design. Was expecting it to major on case studies of what makes a good/bad design covering... Read more
Published 19 months ago by amdcustom
Nearly useless
The book contains little factual, practical information about designing anything. There are about ten pages dealing with perspective and rendering but this is a matter of drawing... Read more
Published on 5 Mar 2007 by R. Herriott
One of the best car books i've read!
This is a perfect book for anyone with an intrest in cars, car design or becoming a car designer. It is full of tutorials, good examples from actual design professionals and a top... Read more
Published on 3 May 2004
How to design ? Not really
This book is not what you expect from. There are only few pages that explain some techniques of drawings or renderings. Read more
Published on 28 Feb 2004
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