Bloomsbury Academic - Prototype: Design and Craft in the 21st Century

Design in the 21st century has moved into a complex system of diverse disciplines. From software and digital design to architecture, medical practices, and business management, the process of creating products has changed. This book by Bloomsbury Academic explores how these different fields connect and how the process of making things has evolved. Readers will explore real-world challenges that modern designers face. The text looks at how NASA tests products for alien environments right here on Earth and how designers test digital programs for spaces that are not tangible. This collection responds to the modern problems of the design world, providing a deep look into how we create in a digital and physical age. Whether you are interested in graphic design, construction, or technology, this book offers a look at the complex systems that define modern craft.