He was mostly self-taught despite a short period of study at the Central School of Arts and Crafts and in Paris, beginning his professional career in graphic art and design of exhibition stands.Read More →
Donald Deskey was an American industrial, furniture, and interior designer. He was born in Blue Earth, Minnesota. He was professionally active in New York. He may have lacked the European sophistication and architectural training of his friend Paul Frankl. However, he created a uniquely American modern style that combined streamlining with French Art Deco taste.Read More →
The Petipoint iron, by Clifford B. Stevens and Edward P. Schreyer, exemplifies streamlined industrial design inspired by aircraft, featuring slim cooling wings.Read More →
Sergio Asti, an influential Italian designer and architect from Milan, gained international recognition for his versatile and functional designs over six decades.Read More →
This rocking “horse” was provided by Creative Playthings, an expensive educational toymaker, in the 1960s. This toy reduces the rocking horse to its bare essentials in a design that mimics Modernism, a prominent aesthetic in the mid-twentieth century. Read More →
Milner Connorton Gray was a pivotal figure in 20th century British industrial design, advocating for design as a profession and contributing to its recognition.Read More →
Earl Tupper, a farm boy turned innovator, transformed waste into Tupperware. His savvy marketing and business decisions highlight the transformative power of design and entrepreneurship.Read More →
Paolo Pallucco, a groundbreaking Italian designer, redefined modern classics with his avant-garde approach. His enduring impact is celebrated in the “Luck and Sex. That’s All.” exhibition.Read More →
Pierre Jeanneret, Swiss architect and painter, worked with Le Corbusier. Notable for his Chandigarh project, he mentored young Indian architects. (25 words)Read More →
Pio Manzù, an Italian designer, created the iconic Fiat 127 and Parentesi lamp. His work spanned automobiles, lighting, and environmental structures.Read More →