Sydney Opera House – Design Classic
2023-01-06
Jorn Utzon, influenced by modern architects, designed the iconic Sydney Opera House. The construction challenges led to his resignation before completion. (25 words)Read More →
Simon Gate (1883 – 1945) Swedish Artisan and Designer
2022-12-31
Simon Gate (1883-1945) was a Swedish artisan and designer, known for his work with Orrefors Glass Factory. He was a key figure in Sweden’s modern glass industry, winning recognition at the 1925 Exposition des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris. Gate’s designs are featured in major museums.Read More →
Edvard Hald (1883-1980) Swedish Sculptor
2022-12-01
Edvard Hald: A diverse artist and industrial designer, merging Scandinavian sensibility with European influences, revolutionizing glass art at Orrefors and bridging fine art with industrial design.Read More →
Design in Scandinavia Travelling Exhibition, 1954 – 1957
2022-07-31
Brilliant examples of contemporary home furnishings were shown from Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden and exposed Americans to Scandinavian design, inspiring a shift towards mid-century design.Read More →
Group of Ten (est. 1970) 🇸🇪 Design Collective Promoting Creative Individuality
2022-07-16
The Group of Ten, or Tio-Gruppen, is a Swedish design collective established in 1970, known for their large scale, brightly colored patterns and worldwide exhibitions and distribution.Read More →
Margareta Aberg (b.1929) Swedish Designer
2022-01-09
Margareta Aberg, a Swedish designer, studied at Konstfackskolan and co-founded an architecture studio. She specialized in interior architecture and designed the Salabim cupboard for Swedfun.Read More →
Orrefors Street Double Old Fashioned Glass Pair
2021-12-27
The Orrefors Street Double Old Fashioned Glass Pair is a unique barware item combining design artistry with rigid craftsmanship, developed by designer Jan Johansson. Inspired by Manhattan’s street grid, these crystal glasses made in Slovenia offer style and luxury.Read More →
The Best of Modern Swedish Art Glass: Orrefors and Kosta
2021-12-07
“The Best of Modern Swedish Art Glass” delves into Orrefors and Kosta glass design, showcasing their influence on modernist art and design.Read More →
The Legacy of Ingeborg Lundin: Swedish Glass Design
2021-12-01
Ingeborg Lundin, a renowned Swedish glassware designer, excelled at Orrefors from 1947 to 1971, creating dynamic pieces like the Apple vase, and receiving numerous accolades.Read More →
Stig Lindberg (1916 – 1982) – Swedish Ceramic, Designer, Painter
2021-11-24
Stig Lindberg (1916 – 1982), a prominent Swedish designer, created whimsical ceramics and elegant tableware during his long career at Gustavsberg pottery factory. He earned numerous prestigious awards.Read More →