Things Come Apart offers a riveting visual exploration of fifty modern design icons revealed piece by piece. Through high-resolution stills, everyday objects—from an SLR camera and espresso machine to a grand piano and bicycle—are suspended midair, each component meticulously displayed.
Photographer Todd McLellan arranges these design classics by size and complexity, inviting readers to appreciate the intricate engineering and elegant craftsmanship behind familiar gadgets. Stunning imagery is complemented by essays from experts in restoration, DIY, and innovation, framing each teardown within a broader historical and technical context.
Whether you’re a design enthusiast, maker, or simply curious about what lurks beneath the surface of modern devices, this book celebrates the art of deconstruction. These exploded views reveal not just how things work, but why careful design endures.
Key Features
- Fifty iconic objects dissected and photographed
- Step-by-step exploded stills showcasing each component
- Expert essays on teardown, reverse-engineering, and restoration
- Insights into form, function and design history
