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by Victor Papanek (Author)
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  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Thames & Hudson (2 Oct 1995)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0500278466
  • ISBN-13: 978-0500278468
  • Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 16.2 x 2.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 142,962 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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This work asserts the belief that the power of design can influence a more responsible approach to our threatened environment. It shows how everyone, from those at the forefront of design to the consumers, can contribute to the well-being of the planet through an awareness of design and technology. The book explores a more spiritually-satisfying approach to design - designing for need, not greed. It also includes examples from all areas of design, from packaging and product design to large-scale architecture. Practical advice and checklists for the consumer on selecting and buying, using and re-using is also featured.

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2.0 out of 5 stars This book does not live up to my expectations., 2 Sep 1999
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Although his heart is in the right place, Victor Papanek's latest book does not read convincingly and does not live up to the high standards of his seminal work Design for the Real World. The Green Imperative unfortunately includes significant errors ­ for example the diagram on p94 (Thames and Hudson paperback edition) purporting to show how to determine the golden rectangle, is incorrect. However, the book does cover a wide range of topics and concepts which are highly relevant to ecology and ethics in design and architecture.
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