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Book Synopsis: An essential new look at the design philosophy that interrogated modern living against the turbulent political landscape of 1960s Italy. In the mid-1960s, reacting to contemporary social and political upheaval, young Italian architects and designers began developing a new style that openly challenged Modernism. Known as “Radical design,” this movement probed possibilities for visually transforming the urban environment. Radical design’s proponents also applied it to items such as furniture and lighting, utilizing alternative materials and an innovative formal vocabulary.
Radical: Italian Design 1965–1985 surveys the work of these pioneering designers through nearly 70 objects and architectural models—including rare prototypes and limited-production pieces. Cindi Strauss insightfully explores the aesthetic inspiration and changing cultural mores that informed the movement, and her research is complemented by an essay from Germano Celant, the acclaimed author and curator who coined the term “Radical design.” Importantly, the book includes seven interviews with Radical designers and architects, offering fresh insights into the individuals who were at the vanguard of this groundbreaking movement.
Published in association with the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Exhibition Schedule:
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (February 14–April 26, 2020)
- Yale School of Architecture Gallery (September 3–November 20, 2021)
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Introducing Radical: Italian Design 1965–1985, The Dennis Freedman Collection Book. Delve into the captivating world of Italian design that challenged modernism and redefined the urban landscape. Discover the movement that brought together young architects and designers in the midst of social and political revolutions of the 1960s. With nearly 70 objects and architectural models, including rare prototypes and limited-production pieces, this book offers a visually stunning journey through the innovative and alternative creations of Radical design.
Authored by Cindi Strauss, this book not only presents the aesthetic inspiration and cultural influences that drove the Radical design movement, but also includes an insightful essay from acclaimed author and curator Germano Celant, who coined the term "Radical design." Dive into the world of these groundbreaking designers and architects with seven exclusive interviews that provide fresh insights into their revolutionary ideas.
Published in association with the prestigious Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Radical: Italian Design 1965–1985 is a must-have for architecture and design enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in this captivating journey and gain a deeper understanding of the extraordinary individuals who shaped an era of innovative possibilities.
Be part of this remarkable exploration of Radical design. Pre-order your copy of Radical: Italian Design 1965–1985, The Dennis Freedman Collection Book today and secure your place in history.
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