Superhumanity: Design of the Self by Nick Axel PAPERBACK 9781517905217

Name: Superhumanity: Design of the Self by Nick Axel PAPERBACK 9781517905217
Brand: University of Minnesota Press

University of Minnesota Press

Explore the expansive nature of design and its profound impact on the self with "Superhumanity: Design of the Self." This challenging volume features over fifty essays from leading thinkers across various disciplines, delving into how design shapes not only material objects but also our identities, online personas, systems, and even our biology. Originally published online via e-flux Architecture, this collection probes the idea that we continuously reshape the artifacts we create, asking critical questions about who designs our lives and what new forms of life are emerging. Key Features: * A wide-ranging exploration of design's engagement with the self. * Contributions from over 50 scientists, artists, architects, designers, philosophers, and more. * Examines design beyond tangible objects, extending to personal devices, networks, systems, and biological codes. * Originally featured on e-flux Architecture. Product Summary: Superhumanity: Design of the Self, a paperback book published in 2018 by University of Minnesota Press. It is an art and design book written in English, with 448 pages, and dimensions of 176 mm width, 40 mm depth, and 251 mm height. Recommended for adults, this book explores the concept of the self in relation to design.