The Memphis Group, led by Ettore Sottsass, revolutionized interior design with bold, asymmetrical, and colorful furniture and accessories. Their impact was both divisive and influential.Read More →
Long experience meets vast expertise. Longines has created outstanding timepieces as a traditional watchmaker since its inception. Today, the Longines Master Collection is the idealRead More →
Brian Asquith (1930 – 2008) was one of the principal figures in British silversmithing during the 20th century, now regarded as the industry’s heroic age. Read More →
The Citroën C5 X embodies the convergence of functionality and aesthetics, showcasing a harmonious blend of form and function, luxury craftsmanship, technological integration, and thoughtful color and material choices.Read More →
The “Toga” chair, which can be stacked and is made of a single material and shape, was first shown at the Milan International Furniture Exhibition in 1969 to great acclaim. It was made of fibreglass-reinforced polyester that was compressed and moulded. The chair, which is no longer made, was first made in orange and white, and later in red and black.
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Christian Barman‘s 1934 HMV Electric Convector Heater is a classic example of Streamline Modern design. The heater’s stepped parabolic curves are both functional and beautiful. Even though it isn’t streamlined in the strictest sense, it still has the look of modern design.Read More →
Martine Bedin, a French designer, co-founded the Memphis group in Milan in 1981. Her work, known for bright colors and playful design, is showcased in museums and collections worldwide.Read More →
Kenneth Grange, a British Industrial Designer, was influenced by German postwar design and created iconic products, earning recognition such as the Commander of the British Empire.Read More →
Frank Nuovo, designer of the Meta watch, made his mark at Nokia before that. He has an extensive design background and has been involved in design education.Read More →
Otto Zapf has created an essential system of furniture designs. Including the Zapf Office System by Knoll and 7500 workstations by Pacific Telesis. He and Dieter Rams designed their first furniture in the 1960s and 1970s.Read More →