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The Genius of Design

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  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: May 7, 2010
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 5
  • Networks: BBC Two
  • Genres: Documentary
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The Genius of Design(2010)

TMDB Rating: 8.0 (5 votes)

Overview

Documentary series exploring the history of design

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Miniseries

5 episodes • 2010

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1Ghosts in the MachineMay 7, 20100.0
2Designs for LivingMay 14, 20100.0
3Blueprints for WarMay 21, 20100.0
4Better Living Through ChemistryMay 28, 20100.0
5Objects of DesireJun 4, 20100.0

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