David Palterer (b. 1949) is an Israeli designer born in Haifa. He is professionally active in Florence. His participation in various competitions and collaborations with well-known brands demonstrate his versatility and talent as a designer, with a focus on both aesthetics and functionality. His work has been recognized internationally, showcasing his impact on the design industry.
Education
He studied architecture at the Universitá di Firenze in 1979.
He was an assistant to lecturer Adolfo Natalini at the Facoltá di Architettura in Florence. He taught a design course at Syracuse University in New York, Werkbund in Stuggart, and Bezalel School of Arts and Crafts, in Jerusalem. His teaching experience in different parts of the world helped him develop a unique perspective on architecture and design, reflected in his work as an architect..
“I am interested in design experiments’ planning with/for senses, at the frontier between rational and irrational.”
David Palterer
In 1983, he established the design and manufacturing firm Alterego in Amsterdam with Borek Sipek. He designed the interior architecture (with Luigi Zangheri) of the San Casciano, Florence Airport, and parks in Pesaro, Italy and Tel Aviv. He designed furniture, furnishings and products for Cleto Munari, Nuvo Vilca, Artelano, Mancioli and Zanotta.
He organised and participated in numerous competitions in Italy and abroad, including ‘L’intero dop la forma dell utile’ at 1979 (XVI) Triennale di Milano, Biennale in São Paolo, reevaluation (with Adolfo Natalini’s group) of the old city plan of Parma, and Interior Design competition sponsored by journal Architectural Design.
Works
Aurora (low tables)
Marilyn Table
Sedotta Chair
Seduttore table
Sources
Byars, M., & Riley, T. (2004). The design encyclopedia. Laurence King Publishing.
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Books | Interior Design
Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style
Arranging Things
At Home: Evocative & Art-Forward Interiors
At Home in the Cotswolds: Secrets of English Country House Style
At Home on the Water
Beautifully Organized: A Guide to Function and Style in Your Home
Bohemian Soul: The Vanishing Interiors of New Orleans
Call It Home: The Details That Matter
Decorate Like a Decorator: All You Need to Know to Design Like a Pro
Down to Earth: Laid-back Interiors for Modern Living
Eat Drink Nap: Bringing the House Home
Elements of Style: Designing a Home & a Life
Home: The Residential Architecture of D. Stanley Dixon
Home at Last: Enduring Design for the New American House
Homebody: A Guide to Creating Spaces You Never Want to Leave
House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home, Style, and Budget (Cozy Minimalist Guide to Decorating, Beautiful Wedding Gift and House Warming Gift)
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