Table Lamp by Wilhelm Wagenfeld & Carl Jakob Jucker
The “Bauhaus lamp,” designed by Wagenfeld and Jucker, exemplifies Bauhaus principles with its simple design, visible parts, and focus on mass production in industrial design.Read More →
January 31, 2025
Join me at Encyclopedia Design, where we delve into the rich tapestry of the decorative and applied arts. Each post spans over 250 years of innovation and unveils the history, craftsmanship, and aesthetic principles that shape our everyday environments. Explore fascinating stories about furniture, textiles, ceramics, and more. Discover how design not only decorates but also defines our world. Ready to uncover the beauty of design?
The “Bauhaus lamp,” designed by Wagenfeld and Jucker, exemplifies Bauhaus principles with its simple design, visible parts, and focus on mass production in industrial design.Read More →
Trevor Dannatt, a prominent British architect, left a remarkable legacy through iconic projects like the Royal Festival Hall, embodying meticulous design and cultural impact.Read More →
Helsinki’s Oodi Library, a stunning architectural marvel, blends modern design with traditional elements, offering a dynamic space for creativity, learning, and community engagement.Read More →
Saint-Gobain, a French company, is renowned for its glass innovations, such as the illuminated glass radiator and Duralex goblets, showcasing its lasting impact on the industry.Read More →
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs (Museum of Decorative Arts) is a museum dedicated to the exhibition and conservation of decorative arts. Located at 107 Rue de Rivoli in the city’s 1st arrondissement, the museum occupies the northwest wing of the Palais du Louvre, known as the Pavillon de Marsan (Marsan Pavilion). With more than one million objects in its collection, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is the largest museum of decorative arts in continental Europe.Read More →
The Imperial Porcelain Factory in Saint Petersburg, founded in 1744, produces hand-painted ceramics, returning to its historical name in 2005 while preserving rich artistic heritage.Read More →
William Van Alen (1883 – 1954) was an American architect born in Brooklyn, New York. He was professionally active in New York.Read More →
Webb Corbett is a British glassware manufacturer, located in Stourbridge.Irene Stevens joined Webb Corbett as a designer in 1946. L. Green designed its 1958 Bouquet range of cut glass. David Marquess of Queensberry was retained as a consultant designer in the early 1960s.Read More →
Peter van der Waals is a Dutch furniture designer and maker; active Britain. He studied in The Hague, Brussels, Berlin, and Vienna and from 1899, London. Read More →
The Pierre Arpels watch by Van Cleef & Arpels embodies elegance and restraint, celebrated for its minimalism, luxurious details, and significance in contemporary horological design since 1949.Read More →