Michel Charlot: Design as it should be
When I first encountered Michel Charlot’s work, I was struck by how something so seemingly “normal” could feel so effortlessly […]
Mario Alessiani
Mario Alessiani, founder and creative director of the Italian namesake design studio, specializes in product, lighting, and furniture design. His clients include companies such as Umbra, Fabbian, and Axolight.
Mario also teaches at the University of Camerino, IED Rome and Sichuan Normal University in China. His work has been exhibited at prestigious events like the ADI Design Museum in Milan, Eindhoven Design Week, and Milan Design Week, earning him awards like the IF Design Award and Archiproducts Design Award.
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Saul Kim: the Architect-Designer
Known for his minimalist approach, Saul Kim seamlessly merges the roles of architect and designer, challenging conventional norms with his […]
Their bespoke lamps are as impressive as their standalone products
Have you ever seen someone on the street and felt an instant connection, thinking about them long after they’ve gone? […]
The part and the whole of a Design Professional
While searching the internet for a good company to edit one of my designs, I came across this beautiful brand […]
What is a Design Gallery?
During my design studies, one of the mantras some teachers emphasized was, “design must be industrialized and minimized as much […]
Emotional minimalism: the design genius of Paul Cocksedge
Paul Cocksedge Studio is renowned for its ability to transition effortlessly from product design to large-scale installations, using simple yet […]
How the art of photography can make the difference in telling a design story
How crucial is photography to the successful communication of a product? This question intrigued me, so I asked Lea Anouchinsky, […]
Crafting unique, one-of-a-kind designs – The story of two artist-designers
In the recent past, we used to see designers, especially Italian ones, dressed in nice suits, talking about how they […]
When design is executed thoughtfully, it transcends mere appearance
We sit on ugly and uncomfortable chairs so many times that it is impossible to count. But it’s life and […]
Can Industrial Design be a mainstream topic? Meet the Italian Caffé Design
Caffè Design is an Italian podcast that delves into the world of design. The problem arises when people discuss design, […]
Smartphones are not all the same
During my journey as a DesignWanted writer, I’ve encountered numerous companies and products that have piqued my interest, not just […]
The combo of designer/entrepreneur as a manifesto of the contemporary design era
Within this framework, I decided to highlight the story of FOLDS. To begin, let me share an intro. As an […]