Matteo Thun: The Index Book
The Index Book by Matteo Thun offers a comprehensive overview of his architectural and design achievements, showcasing his innovative, sustainable work and contributions to various high-profile brands.Read More →
January 31, 2025
Postmodernism in the realm of Applied and Decorative Arts represents a departure from the rigid rules of modernism, embracing a playful and eclectic approach to design. This category challenges the conventions of form and function, encouraging the blending of diverse styles, materials, and cultural influences. With a penchant for irony and pastiche, Postmodern design often subverts traditional norms, resulting in visually striking and thought-provoking creations. Whether it’s the bold geometric patterns of Memphis Group furniture or the whimsical, asymmetrical designs of Ettore Sottsass, Postmodernism invites us to question established design principles and revel in the freedom of creative reinterpretation. It’s a movement that celebrates diversity and encourages us to view the world of design through a fresh and daring lens.
The Index Book by Matteo Thun offers a comprehensive overview of his architectural and design achievements, showcasing his innovative, sustainable work and contributions to various high-profile brands.Read More →
For the introductory 1981 MEMPHIS set, the Ashoka table lamp is an early Ettore Sottsass lighting masterwork as iconoclastic a light/sculpture as you can find anywhere!!Read More →
Shiro Kuramata, a renowned Japanese designer, created unique furniture pieces like the glass chair and the “How High the Moon” armchair, showcasing innovative design and craftsmanship.Read More →
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 →
Michele De Lucchi, an Italian architect and designer, is known for his influential works and collaborations, experimenting with new forms, and creating iconic furniture designs.Read More →
Dan Friedman (1945–1995) was a pioneering graphic designer, artist, and educator, challenging traditional norms of design and leaving a dynamic legacy in American design history.Read More →
Ettore Sottsass, an influential Austrian designer, defied traditional design principles by integrating art, humor, and kitsch in everyday items, leaving a lasting impact.Read More →
We reject design as an issue of taste! We follow a different strategy:
Simplicity. We always
search for the iconic form and create things that people can understand intuitively. We,
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George James Sowden is a British designer. He was born in Leeds and active Italy. Between 1960-64 and 1966-68, he studied architecture, Gloucester College of Arts. 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 →