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OverviewStep inside The House of the Future, the iconic Disneyland attraction that captured the imagination of countless visitors during its ten-year run from 1957 to 1967. In this meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated book, readers will take a journey through the conception, construction, and ultimate closure of this groundbreaking exhibit. The House of the Future was a pioneering experiment in living that showcased cutting-edge construction techniques and futuristic household appliances, including the now-ubiquitous microwave oven. It was a glimpse into a world of endless possibility and unbridled optimism, brought to life through the vision of Walt Disney, his Imagineering team, MIT, and Monsanto. With stunning, never-before-seen photographs and illustrations, this book offers a deep dive into the world of The House of the Future and the lasting impact it had on generations of visitors. The House of the Future is more than a historical artifact; it's a testament to the power of imagination, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of progress. Full Product DetailsAuthor: David A. BossertPublisher: The Old Mill Press Imprint: The Old Mill Press Dimensions: Width: 22.20cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 27.30cm Weight: 1.089kg ISBN: 9781735769189ISBN 10: 1735769185 Pages: 184 Publication Date: 17 October 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available  This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsReviews"""The House of the Future: Walt Disney, MIT, and Monsanto's Vision of Tomorrow will be a very popular book with Disney fans! I am not quite old enough to have experienced The House of the Future at Disneyland, but I can't wait to read more about it. The foreword of The House of the Future is by Bob Weis."" -Mousesteps.com." """David Bossert's beautiful and comprehensive book will appeal to Disneyland fans, many of whom may have visited the House of the Future while it was in the Park. For those who missed it, they will find exquisite detail in this book, accompanied by many never-before-seen images. And there will be many architects, interior designers, urban planners, and cultural historians who will see this book as a chronicle of a milestone in design history. It's an immersive innovation, one that involved some of the finest residential design thinkers of the time."" --Bob Weis, Former President Walt Disney Imagineering. ""The House of the Future: Walt Disney, MIT, and Monsanto's Vision of Tomorrow will be a very popular book with Disney fans! I am not quite old enough to have experienced The House of the Future at Disneyland, but I can't wait to read more about it. The foreword of The House of the Future is by Bob Weis."" -Mousesteps.com." Author InformationDavid A. Bossert is an award-winning artist, filmmaker, and author with over 35 years of experience in the animation industry. He began his career at Walt Disney Animation Studios, where he contributed his talents to many iconic films such as The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Lion King, and Fantasia/2000, among others. Throughout his career, Bossert has been recognized for his innovative contributions to the field and has been awarded several patents for his work on digital imaging. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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