"Aimed at students of design studies, design history, cultural studies and sociology, the culture of design, offers a unique overview of design in contemporary culture and society. Drawing on a range of theoretical perspectives, Julier nevertheless foregrounds the everyday business and professional context in which designers work." "The culture of design: establishes 'design culture' as a distinct discipline; investigates the interactions of design producers and consumers; includes a series of illustrative case studies; and opens up design and design practice for critical interrogation."--BOOK JACKET.