JOURNAL ARTICLE

Nordic Design Cultures in Transformation, 1960-1980: Revolt and Resilience.

  • Published In: Journal of Design History, 2023, v. 36, n. 4. P. 426 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Obniski, Monica 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a recent volume of scholarship on Nordic design culture, emphasizing that contemporary Nordic design is more influenced by the discourses of the 1960s and 1970s than by the mid-century "Scandinavian Design" movement. The book is structured into three parts, exploring transforming discourses, institutions, and practices, with each chapter presenting Nordic case studies that highlight the region's design activism and historical context. Key themes include the importance of oral histories, user-centered design practices, and the impact of social and political movements on design. Overall, the volume aims to uncover lesser-known histories of Nordic design, particularly from the 1960s and 1970s, and critiques traditional narratives that focus solely on objects and makers. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Design History. 2023/12, Vol. 36, Issue 4, p426
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Visual Arts
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0952-4649
  • DOI:10.1093/jdh/epad011
  • Accession Number:176558488
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