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Dieter Rams: The Complete Works
"Chances are if you've shaved with an electric razor, blow-dried your hair, or sparked up a cigarette in the past 60 years, you owe a debt of gratitude to Dieter Rams." – New York Times
Made in close collaboration with Rams himself, this catalogue raisonné is the ultimate reference on one of the most influential product designers of all time
Dieter Rams is one of the most influential product designers of the twentieth century, who, for more than sixty years, has been defining the look, feel, and function of some of the world's best-loved consumer items. Using his 'ten principles for good design' as a philosophy and practice for improving the industry in a more holistic, responsible way, Rams has a stellar reputation with global resonance. This extraordinary book forms a catalogue raisonné of every product that Rams has designed in his lifetime – a true celebration of his seminal contribution to the field of industrial and product design. Including 300 color illustrations, the book is organized chronologically, each product is accompanied by a detailed description and specification breakdown, making this the ultimate reference guide for Rams fans and an ideal complement to Phaidon's global bestseller Dieter As Little Design as Possible.
Made in close collaboration with Rams himself, this catalogue raisonné is the ultimate reference on one of the most influential product designers of all time
Dieter Rams is one of the most influential product designers of the twentieth century, who, for more than sixty years, has been defining the look, feel, and function of some of the world's best-loved consumer items. Using his 'ten principles for good design' as a philosophy and practice for improving the industry in a more holistic, responsible way, Rams has a stellar reputation with global resonance. This extraordinary book forms a catalogue raisonné of every product that Rams has designed in his lifetime – a true celebration of his seminal contribution to the field of industrial and product design. Including 300 color illustrations, the book is organized chronologically, each product is accompanied by a detailed description and specification breakdown, making this the ultimate reference guide for Rams fans and an ideal complement to Phaidon's global bestseller Dieter As Little Design as Possible.
344 pages, Hardcover
Published October 28, 2020
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February 14, 2022
Great coffee table book.
June 21, 2022
The works of Dieter Rams, were nice to re-visit; they were apart of long list of books I would sometimes read on vacation (mostly during the summer) in High School. Recommended.
November 5, 2023
It is a catalog of works, nothing too surprising there. but the contents are foreboding of what Polaroid and later Apple did with inustrial design... very interesting.
February 20, 2025
I always find my self coming back to this book whenever i need inspiration for my own work. Dieter rams’ designs really feel like the default of what good designs are and I always try to channel some of what his design language into my own projects.
I’ve also heard this book has become a bit of a collectors item now so I would definitely recommend picking up one if you can find one
I’ve also heard this book has become a bit of a collectors item now so I would definitely recommend picking up one if you can find one
August 21, 2026
Must have for anyone studying industrial design.
This man is a genius and part of revolutionizing design for ever.
Lovely editorial design, but that is to be expected by Phaidon.
This man is a genius and part of revolutionizing design for ever.
Lovely editorial design, but that is to be expected by Phaidon.
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September 13, 2026Practical, beautiful and long-lasting design
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