Friedl Dicker-Brandeis, an influential Austrian architect and educator, significantly impacted design and art education, especially through her work at the Bauhaus and during WWII.Read More →
David Palterer, an Israeli designer born in 1949, is recognized for his versatile work in architecture and design, showcasing both aesthetics and functionality internationally.Read More →
Swatch has revolutionised the watch industry over the previous four decades. The Swatch became the fashion item of the 1980s thanks to its combination of Swiss technology, design, and low price. It is the first watch that has become a classic look, with a black plastic band and a basic watch face.Read More →
William Morris, a renowned 19th-century British designer and social reformer, sought to eliminate mass-produced goods and reintroduce beauty in home decor. He revolutionized British taste.Read More →
Maison Gripoix, a French costume jeweller in Paris since 1890, specialized in handmade glass paste jewelry, collaborating with famous fashion houses.Read More →
Aune Siimes (1909-1964), a Finnish ceramicist, created delicate stoneware and porcelain for Arabia, renowned for her relief-patterned bowls and personal ornaments, earning international accolades.Read More →
Frida Kahlo, a Mexican artist, portrayed her suffering through symbolic self-portraits, influencing contemporary culture and art beyond her lifetime, despite enduring significant physical pain.Read More →
Bertel Gardberg, a Finnish designer, blended modernism with craftsmanship, creating timeless industrial designs and silverware, influencing contemporary Scandinavian design through simplicity and material honesty.Read More →
Traditional Japanese Furniture Traditional Japanese furniture is known for being simple and useful. It is often used for eating, tea ceremonies, and other activities. TheRead More →
Traditional interior design is a style that began in Europe between the 18th and 19th centuries. Classic, elegant, timeless, and formal are words that describe it. It takes ideas from this time in history and reinterprets them in a modern way, making a polished and well-curated home that feels timeless and has no expiration date. It can be similar to transitional interiors, but traditional interiors use a more classic design. The art and culture of ancient Greece and Rome inspired people in Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries. Read More →