Lace Fence: Art Meets Functionality in Design
Joep Verhoeven’s “Lace Fence” merges industrial design with artistry, revitalizing functional objects through lace patterns, challenging perceptions of beauty and utility in everyday items.Read More →
January 31, 2025
The Industrial Designers collection at Encyclopedia.Design explores the visionaries behind the products and objects that define modern life. From iconic furniture and consumer electronics to automobiles and home appliances, industrial designers bridge the gap between aesthetics, function, and mass production to shape the world around us.
✔ Profiles of Influential Industrial Designers – Learn about pioneers like Dieter Rams, Raymond Loewy, Charles & Ray Eames, Philippe Starck, and more.
✔ Design Movements & Innovation – Explore Bauhaus, Mid-Century Modern, Streamlining, and Sustainable Design in industrial production.
✔ Materials & Manufacturing Processes – Discover how designers work with plastics, metals, wood, glass, and emerging smart materials.
✔ Industrial Design in Everyday Life – From furniture and lighting to smart technology and transport design, see how industrial design impacts modern lifestyles.
✔ The Future of Industrial Design – Investigate the latest trends in sustainable materials, modular systems, user experience (UX), and AI-driven product design.
From the sleek curves of the Eames Lounge Chair to the minimalist Apple iPhone, industrial designers have shaped the way we live, work, and interact with objects. This collection provides a comprehensive look at the discipline’s history, processes, and future.
📌 Discover the creative minds who transformed everyday objects into timeless designs that balance beauty and utility.
Joep Verhoeven’s “Lace Fence” merges industrial design with artistry, revitalizing functional objects through lace patterns, challenging perceptions of beauty and utility in everyday items.Read More →
Kees van der Westen is a pioneering designer of high-end espresso machines, merging innovative engineering with striking aesthetics, significantly impacting coffee culture and industrial design.Read More →
Maria Benktzon, a celebrated Swedish industrial designer, is renowned for her ergonomic and inclusive designs, greatly impacting everyday objects, and received a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023.Read More →
Akasaki Vanhuyse, a London-based design studio founded by Kenta Akasaki and Astrid Vanhuyse in 2022, blends diverse cultural insights for sustainable design solutions.Read More →
Pietro Russo, an accomplished designer, combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary elements, creating functional, narrative-rich interiors and products that resonate with modern sensibilities.Read More →
The aerosol can’s evolution, from early innovations to wartime applications, reflects advancements in technology, environmental concerns, and cultural significance in design and functionality.Read More →
The Condor Samo 12 portable television, designed by Mario Bellini in 1968, embodies vibrant design, functionality, and Pop Art influence, marking a cultural shift in consumer electronics.Read More →
The Buick Evocador Concept redefines the brand with futuristic design elements, blending tradition with innovation, appealing to new drivers, and setting a new standard for luxury electric vehicles.Read More →
Industrial designer Ti Chang revolutionizes product design by incorporating emotional resonance, creating pleasure jewelry and advocating for diversity in the male-dominated field, shaping the industry’s future.Read More →
Arik Levy, born in 1963 in Tel Aviv, has evolved from a graphic designer to an influential figure in industrial design and public art.Read More →