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Dieter Rams: The Complete Works

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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 Rams: As Little Design as Possible.

Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Hazel Q. ★★★★★

The sheer breadth here is staggering—sixty years of Rams' work, from the iconic 606 shelving to those early Phonosuper radios, all mapped out in clear, chronological chapters. I've spent hours just flipping through the product design plates, and the paper quality makes every sketch feel like a museu

Avery ★★★★★

The sheer weight of this book tells you everything—it’s a proper archive, not a coffee-table afterthought. I’ve spent two evenings just on the early Braun sections, and the photography makes even a calculator feel monumental.

Natalie V. ★★★★★

Sixty years of design philosophy distilled into this single volume, and the way it traces his evolution from early radio designs to the iconic shelving system makes it feel like a masterclass. I caught myself flipping back and forth between chapters just to compare how his principles shifted over th