Barber & osgerby

Collaborators for over 20 years, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby have applied their talents to everything from industrial design and furniture to lighting and installations. The most comprehensive survey of their work to date, this book offers a unique, 360-degree view of their approach and working methods. Stunning images explore their work thematically, while six essays provide an exclusive look into career-defining projects.- Barber & Osgerby founded their studio in 1996 and have established collaborations with global manufacturers such as Knoll, Vitra, and B&B Italia.Their work is held in the permanent collections of London's V&A Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and the Art Institute of Chicago.Jana Scholze is a curator, writer, and educator.Currently course leader at Kingston University, London, she previously worked as a curator at the V&A Museum, London.Key Selling Points - The definitive survey of London's most exciting and charismatic design duo - Features major projects from the Tip Ton chair with Vitra to the London 2012 Olympic Torch, as well as lesser-known but equally memorable works - A fascinating view into the minds of a hugely successful and long-lasting creative partnership - Features a wealth of previously unpublished images from the designers' own archive - Includes insight from influential figures in the world of design, including Rolf Fehlbaum, Emily King, and Dunne & Raby - Includes a chronology of their work, each entry accompanied by a project description