27 Sep Iconic design objects made of aluminum
Aluminum has been able to adapt to the ambitious aesthetic and functional standards of contemporary design. The numerous iconic objects and innovative solutions created over time demonstrate its extraordinary evolution. Here are some examples of design objects capable of transforming any space into a masterpiece of elegance and modernity.
Hudson Aluminum Rocking Chair by Philippe Starck
Hudson Aluminum Rocking Chair by Philippe Starck for Emeco – 1944
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The Hudson rocking chair, created by Philippe Starck for Emeco, is a timeless design that connects the past with the present. Handcrafted from recycled aluminum, the Hudson chair is part of the permanent collection at MoMA and, as Philippe Starck emphasizes, represents a refined evolution of the Navy Chair.
Tolomeo Lamp by Michele De Lucchi
Tolomeo Lamp by Michele De Lucchi for Artemide – 1987
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The Tolomeo lamp, designed by Michele de Lucchi with Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide, is an icon of design, being the best-selling lamp of all time! Innovations such as replacing steel springs with cables and joints that keep the lamp in tension, and the use of aluminum, have lightened the lamp and reduced production costs. The success was confirmed in 1989 when the Tolomeo won the Compasso d’Oro ADI, becoming a hi-tech, sober and elegant furniture element, capable of combining advanced technology with symbolic value, thus entering homes and collective imagination.
Juicy Salif Citrus Squeezer by Philippe Starck
Juicy Salif Citrus Squeezer by Philippe Starck for Alessi – 1990
(photo – photographer: Federico Villa)
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The Juicy Salif citrus squeezer, designed by Philippe Starck for Alessi, stands out for its particularly innovative design. Its original shape and long slender legs give it a unique and fascinating appearance. This citrus squeezer is not only functional but also acts as an elegant decorative element capable of beautifying any kitchen with its surprising and distinctive design.
Lexikon 80 by Marcello Nizzoli
Lexikon 80 by Marcello Nizzoli for Olivetti – 1948
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Made in Italy design is synonymous with refinement and innovation, and the Lexikon 80 by Marcello Nizzoli is an exceptional testimony to this. This typewriter is recognized as a design icon both for its aesthetics, thanks to its rounded lines and soothing beige color, and for its functionality: it was the first model made with a removable aluminum body. A revolutionary idea inspired by automotive design of the time that facilitates maintenance. The harmonious blend of elegance and practicality led to the Lexikon 80 being included in the permanent collections of MoMA in New York and becoming the choice of illustrious writers such as Carlo Cassola and Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
Aluroll Aluminum Shutters by FBSprofilati
Aluroll Aluminum Shutters by FBSprofilati
In this overview of aluminum in interior design, Aluroll could not be missed, the line of aluminum shutters with an iconic style, born from the vision of Rino Favagrossa. A historical and central figure in our company, since 1964 he has combined craftsmanship with technical innovation in cold profiling. Today, 25 years after its founding, the company led by the second generation of the Favagrossa family continues to develop ever more cutting-edge and sustainable decorative solutions, meeting the needs of producers, designers, and consumers. The collaboration with designer Gio Tirotto, art director of FBSprofilati since 2019, has led to the creation of the Soft Collection and Rhythms collections that celebrate aluminum as a protagonist in furnishings.
Soft Collection designed by Gio Tirotto for FBSprofilati
The Soft Collection combines the brilliant and cool elegance of aluminum slats with the deep opacity of FENIX NTM, creating a sophisticated and lasting contrast while expanding the range of finishes.
Rhythms designed by Gio Tirotto for FBSprofilati
The Rhythms collection, on the other hand, enhances the industrial aspect of aluminum, dynamizing surfaces with a slatted effect achieved through cold profiling for a dynamic design rich in character.
Aluminum confirms itself as an extraordinary material capable of transcending time and trends while remaining at the forefront of innovation in interior design.
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