Time to reflect and celebrate

Ergonomidesign has been in the business of enhancing quality of life for over 35 years. We have an impressive record of creating best-selling products that are functional, inclusive, sustainable -- and sometimes even fashionable. In 2005 and 2006, journalist and author Susanne Pagold, award-winning designer Gábor Palotai, and renowned Arvinius Förlag teamed together to write, design and publish a book about Ergonomidesign.

"Function Rules" is about adapting the world of things to the world of humans. Featuring essays, interviews and case studies, this beautifully illustrated book puts our achievements in a societal perspective that goes way beyond bad backs and ugly office chairs.

The case studies document research methods and the development of new design solutions that originate in the needs of the users. The interviews offer insights into the thought processes of the designers. The essays provide a critical vision of ergonomic design in today’s world.

Susanne Pagold is a Swedish journalist and writer who specialises in fashion and design. Gábor Palotai is a Hungarian graphic designer who lives and works in Stockholm. The Swedish publishing company Arvinius Förlag specialises in contemporary Scandinavian architecture and design.

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