Magazin

On irony, provocative designs, Chair One as a grill, finding treasure troves, the necessity of securing contracts and the fun of advancing existing designs.

Konstantin Grcic in conversation with Thomas Wagner – part 3

On art and design as a way of life, public places, the designer’s responsibility, the culture of Italian manufacturers, taste and breather Marcel Duchamp.

Konstantin Grcic in conversation with Thomas Wagner – part 2

Excitement’s in the air. Shortly before the Salone opens some news has leaked out as regards what KGID is coming up with.

Fresh, but not too sporty, leisurely in shape and color, but not too elegant – a truly fine recliner-cum-seat.

Think of “dolce vita” and of the American way of life. Sun and fresh air are musts, with the sea, the beach, the pool or the patio close by.

Fresh colors, minimalist design and stylish furniture by Pedrali – food corporation Nestlé has come up with a persuasive recipe against canteen-world misery in open-plan offices for its new Italian head office in the industrial estate of “Milanofiori” in Assago, southeast of Milan.

The talented Norwegian has come up with a surprising luminaire – and owners can themselves decide the sculptural shape.

A lounge chair, simple, slender and yet with a keen touch that makes sure it cuts a fine figure in any setting.