It all began on the evening of October 4, 1957, with a faint radio signal from the Soviet Sputnik satellite and became an era of futuristic design that shaped the culture of the 1950s and 60s. From iconic furniture to avant-garde architecture, this book offers a comprehensive insight into the bold aesthetics of the space age. Highlights of an era that combined technology, art and design to create an exciting cosmos. A must-read for design lovers and history buffs alike. Take off into the past of pioneering design!