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SMART THINGS

“Kuniavsky’s latest book is an edifying dissection of things whose functions are multiplied by information. These are devices, interfaces and environments so pervasive they form a realm with its own ontology. In addition, Smart Things is a thorough design guide for innovative practices, methods and techniques, not just for industrial and interface design, but for all disciplines. A must read for design students and practitioners.”

—Erik Adigard, former Chrysler Design Award-winner, co-author and designer Architecture Must Burn

“Smart Things is at once a history of design and technology for ubiquitous computing devices and a practical guide for creating such products and experiences. Kuniavsky provides a framework ...

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