Material ConneXion: The Global Resource of New and Innovative Materials for Architects, Artists and Designers (Hardcover)

by George M. Beylerian (Author), Andrew Dent (Author), Anita Moryadas (Editor) "The materials sourced for this category are dominated by one type: carbon fiber..." (more)
Key Phrases: architectural glass, favorite material, aramid fiber (more...)

Editorial Reviews

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"Those involved in crafts and designs will find this invaluable book is both practical and inspiring." (Bellaonline.com, April 20, 2006)

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"If you see a new material, it’s like a key that opens a door. Behind the door there’s a kind of new world, filled with new people, new figures, new ideas, new visions."
—Wolfgang Joop, Fashion Designer, Hamburg, Germany

"My favorite materials are one that can be almost immaterial in appearance – glass or plastics. Plastics provide the most varied performances, finishes, and diverse properties. They inspire me to create fluid, soft, organic, almost human form."
—Karim Rashid, Industrial Designer, New York

"Materials are the building blocks… Innovation in Materials is Innovation in Architecture and Design."
—Peter Marino, Architects and Interior Designer, New York

"Each new material allows you to bring life to a new concept."
—Philippe Starck, Designer, Paris, New York, London

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (November 11, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 047175403X
• ISBN-13: 978-0471754039
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #720,547 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars use the website, April 3, 2006

By	chelle (Denver, CO United States) - See all my reviews

the book is great IF you like looking at pictures. however, i purchased to book as a resource guide for where to find these materials, not just pictures of them. i ended up purchasing a subscription to their website (at the steep price of $200/year). The website is good, there are some flaws and some incorrect links and product codes but all in all its a good resource.

The point of this review is: if you need products, use the website and leave the book alone.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A Waste of Money, August 19, 2007

By	Professorlee - See all my reviews

I agree completely with the previous review . . . this book doesn't provide information about where to actually purchase the materials because they are trying to get you to sign up for their membership. If you would like a simiar book with great resources you are better off with "Transmaterial: A Catalog of Materials that Redefine our Physical Environment".