Shawn Patrick Tubb
Beyond Boomeran: A Celebration of 110 Years of Formica Patterns.
Cincinnati: Formica Corporation, 2023. First printing. 9788218162061 ix/140 pages.
Hardcover volume, measuring approximately 8.75" x 10.5", is new.
"In a world where brands emerge and then disappears as quickly as one can snap their fingers, the 110th Anniversary of the Formica Brand represents a unique accomplishment. Through meaning global change, the brand has evolved, persisted, and prospered. A significant contributor to the brand's longevity has been its iconic patterns. Since the early 20th century, the designers of Formica Decorative Lamintes have used the language of pattern to create enduring designs that have been employed in homes, hotels, offices, schools and restaurants the world over.
This book celebrates more than a century of bold Formica Patterns, the stories behind them and the talented designers who developed them."