Articles

At the intersection of history and contemporary creation, interior design is told through its movements, key figures, and intentions. An informed reading of spaces past and present.
Pierre Paulin

Pierre Paulin. Comfort as a Design Language.

A French designer active mainly during the 1960s and 1970s, Paulin was a key figure in modern design and the pop art–influenced furniture movement. He is renowned for his innovative, organic forms, with iconic creations such as the “Tongue” chair, “Mushroom” chair, and his seating designs for the Élysée Palace.

The Bouroullec Brothers

The Bouroullec Brothers. Systems, Softness, & Use. 

Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec are French designers active from the late 1990s to the present, associated with contemporary minimalist and functional design. They are known for their innovative furniture and product designs, and collaborations with brands like Vitra and Kvadrat, combining elegance, modularity, and playful experimentation.

Charlotte Perriand

Charlotte Perriand and the Art of Modern Living.

A French designer and architect active primarily in the 1920s–1960s, associated with modernism and the functionalist movement. She is renowned for her innovative furniture and interior designs, including the LC4 Chaise Longue, Modular kitchen systems, and collaborative works with Le Corbusier.

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret Le Corbusier

Le Corbusier. Living with Modernity.

A Swiss-French architect and designer active mainly in the 1920s–1960s, a pioneer of modernism and the International Style. He is celebrated for his architectural masterpieces and furniture designs, including the Villa Savoye, Unité d'Habitation, and the LC series of chairs and tables.

Shiro Kuramata

Shiro Kuramata. Transparency and Experimentation.

A Japanese designer active primarily from the 1960s to the 1980s, associated with avant-garde modernism and postmodern design. He is best known for his innovative furniture and interior pieces, including the “How High the Moon” chair, the “Miss Blanche” armchair, and his use of industrial materials like acrylic and wire mesh.

Arne Jacobsen. Design with Clarity and Precision

Arne Jacobsen. Clarity and Precision.

Arne Jacobsen, a 20th-century Danish architect and designer, left his mark on Scandinavian functionalism and organic modernism with creations that blend simplicity, elegance, and innovation. His iconic works, such as the Egg and Swan chairs (1958) and the Ant chair (1952), remain global benchmarks in design.

Ray Eames

Ray Eames - A Century of Design

Ray Eames established herself as one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century design through her creative partnership with Charles Eames. This article traces her career, her inspirations, and the way their shared vision transformed design into an art that is accessible, functional, and deeply connected to everyday life.

Arne Jacobsen. Design with Clarity and Precision

Pierre Jeanneret

Jeanneret's approach combined aesthetics with practicality, particularly evident in his furniture designs that remain highly sought after today. His influence extends beyond Chandigarh, positioning him as a foundational figure in modern architecture.


Louis Poulsen

Louis Poulsen, the Danish lighting manufacturer.

Louis Poulsen is a renowned Danish lighting manufacturer known for its timeless designs and commitment to the relationship between light and space.  Founded in 1874, the brand has collaborated with influential designers such as Poul Henningsen and Arne Jacobsen, creating iconic lamps that combine functionality with elegant Scandinavian aesthetics.

Arne Jacobsen. Design with Clarity and Precision