The Experience Book: For Designers, Thinkers & Makers
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Contrary to what one might imagine, there is no such thing as an experience designer. At least not in the sense that we might talk of an individual recognised as such. To make experiences is to be human. Shaman, architect, food engineer – you name it, they are all experience designers. Informed by an understanding of people’s needs and wants – our stories, our rituals, our myths – the beautifully designed experience has the power to transform lives. The Experience Book is an ode to that power.
Essentially, it is a book about time and how we use it to design and make experiences that define the spaces we live, work and play in. Divided into a guidebook and a sourcebook, it begins by explaining what it is about the human mind that so deeply feasts on the notion of the experience, and then employs this knowledge to suggest a method or framework for designing experiences. The guidebook done, the sourcebook serves as inspiration for the art of experience design, with precedents drawn from the past 35,000 years’ worth of transformative experience making.
One of the first publications about the attributes that together make what is fast becoming a recognised discipline, The Experience Book is beautifully presented. Comprised of a wonderfully eclectic range of written forms, illustrated by a fantastic mix of drawings and photography, and backed by historical and contemporary examples from the worlds of architecture, branding, fashion, music, art, sport and business, it introduces the maker of experiences as part ethnographer, storyteller, master planner and performance artist.
Challenging the orthodoxy of function, reasserting process over monument and product, delighting in the unexpected, and championing the spectator over the spectacle, this is a book for anyone interested in the power of design, be they creator, communicator or consumer.
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Additional information
| Publisher | Black Dog Press (27 Sept. 2022) |
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| Language | English |
| Paperback | 288 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1912165384 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1912165384 |
| Dimensions | 16.51 x 2.54 x 23.5 cm |
by Hoveactually
The content is great. Really breaks down the basics of building experiences and the thought and method behind it. The content is aimed at all types of experiences for visitors.
However it is written using the most difficult, complicated and inaccessible language. Makes an interesting book very hard work to get through.
by Glaucon
A really fascinating book about design and the human experience, beautifully illustrated, well written and with an amazingly broad range of illustrative examples. A very enjoyable and illuminating read.
by Ping
What a fantastic book. Well researched, written and beautifully laid out. Being both inspirational and provocative its a great source of information, allowing you to dip in and out – a source book perhaps. Keeps on giving!
by James Dudley
During my recent visit to London, I had the pleasure of acquiring “The Experience” book, and I am delighted to say that it exceeded my expectations in every way possible. This remarkable piece of work, created by Adam and Dave, deserves commendation for its brilliance.
“The Experience” captures the essence of its subject matter flawlessly, immersing readers in a world of captivating design and intricate details. The effort and dedication put into its creation are evident on every page, and I am truly impressed and grateful for the result.
As I plan to share this gem with various departments at HSLU in Lucerne, including my Design Masters program, spatial design students, and colleagues, I have no doubt that they will find immense value in its insights and inspiration. I wholeheartedly recommend “The Experience” as a must-read for anyone interested in the world of design and its profound impact.
In summary, “The Experience” is a true masterpiece that surpasses expectations, leaving a lasting impression on its readers. Kudos to both authors for their exceptional work!