The Peacock Chair, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Tokyo’s Imperial Hotel, showcases geometric elegance and embodies his Mayan Revival style, merging function with artistic innovation.Read More →
George Grant Blaisdell (1895–1978) invented the iconic Zippo lighter, blending functionality with design, gaining popularity during WWII, and leaving a lasting legacy in American culture.Read More →
Kurt Aepli was a prominent Swiss silversmith and educator, known for modernist designs and his influence on 20th-century decorative arts, teaching from 1945 to 1980.Read More →
Sergio Savarese (1958–2006) was an influential Italian furniture designer who co-founded Dialogica, merging classical styles with vibrant designs, leaving a lasting legacy in contemporary furniture.Read More →
Bertil Vallien, a Swedish designer, is renowned for his innovative glasswork that merges art with functionality, impacting decorative arts through unique techniques and versatile creations.Read More →
Ronan Bouroullec, a prominent French designer, has collaborated with his brother Erwan, blending functionality and aesthetics, significantly influencing contemporary design through various innovative projects and exhibitions.Read More →
The ESU 421-C Storage Unit, designed by Charles and Ray Eames, embodies mid-century design principles of modularity, industrial influence, and timeless appeal.Read More →
Fiskars, a Finnish icon, achieved design excellence with orange-handled scissors in 1967. Olavi Lindén’s integral role propelled innovative and ergonomic products, defining Fiskars’ legacy.Read More →
Ernesto Gismondi, founder of Artemide, revolutionized lighting design with aeronautical engineering-inspired innovations, avant-garde contributions, and a lasting legacy in the design world.Read More →
Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria, was a passionate supporter of arts and sciences, influencing significant design initiatives and the 1851 Great Exhibition.Read More →