Anne Bony's 'Meubles et décors des années 1960' Explores Dynamic Design

Anne Bony's book 'Meubles et décors des années 1960' examines the transformative design of the 1960s, emphasizing the integration of time as a fourth dimension in spatial design. The volume highlights Italian designer Joe Colombo's observation that modern spaces must be dynamic, contrasting with the static past. Bony's work focuses on the interplay of materials (especially plastic), modular and convertible objects, and a futuristic consumerist imagination. A key strength is its use of photographs showing objects within actual interiors, companies, and homes, illustrating how design shapes living patterns. The book avoids abstract debates about art versus utility, instead demonstrating through visual evidence how design configures shared space, echoing Jacques Rancière's idea that arranging forms defines the visible and thinkable. Published by Éditions du regard, the book includes a preface by Christophe Kihm.