Democratic Design: how IKEA revolutionized the way we live
Nestled in the heart of Älmhult, Sweden —IKEA’s founder’s hometown—a unique blend of history, innovation, and vision comes to life. […]
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Design icons
Design icons are those who have made the history of this industry or represent a benchmark at present. This section is dedicated to the protagonists of the world of design: designers, companies, studios, who set new, higher standards with their activities.
Pininfarina and De Rosa unite for the lightest bike yet
When two giants of Italian design and engineering come together, the result is nothing short of extraordinary, and this is […]
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 […]
“Mondi a Milano” – Unveiling the theme for MuseoCity’s eighth edition
DesignWanted’s partnership with MuseoCity persists as a media ally, dedicated to showcasing Milan and its design scene beyond their signature […]
Thonet: over 200 years of crafting modern furniture
Thonet, a name synonymous with iconic chairs and a rich legacy, has been a stalwart in the furniture industry for […]
IKEA Museum: a captivating glimpse into the brand’s rich history
Commencing his journey by selling pens and matches in Småland, Sweden, in 1943, Ingvar Kamprad laid the foundation for IKEA, […]
77 Chair, a lesser-known masterpiece by Danish designer Finn Juhl
Exhibiting a refined and minimalist aesthetic, the 77 Chair stands out as Finn Juhl‘s unconventional creation, harkening back to the […]
House of Finn Juhl: the revolutionary work of a self-taught master
One of the main features of Danish design is a respectful attitude towards its origins. Re-editions and redesigns of historic […]
“Everyone deserves great design”: a Danish design lesson from the 1920s
The Grand Prix collection, a new bar series and other selected items by Kay Bojesen will be featured in the […]
Astep: light as a family affair
The Isol lamp by David Thulstrup for Astep will be featured in the exhibition THIS IS DENMARK hosted at Alcova […]
The ingenious work of nendo – here are 10 of his best design works
The best kind of design should be simple and evoke an empathetic response. That’s what the Japanese design studio nendo […]
A design icon from the 70s: Joe Colombo’s Multichair
In the 1960s and 1970s, furniture design was truly experimental: to such an extent that when you look at pieces […]
