Ettore Sottsass Products

An icon of contemporary design

Ettore Sottsass, an icon of contemporary design , has left an indelible mark on the world of interior design with his bold and innovative vision. Born in 1917 in Innsbruck, Austria, he spent much of his life in Italy, where he studied architecture at the Polytechnic University of Turin. His career is was characterized by fervent creativity and by continuous experimentation, through which he has been able to break conventions and redefine the aesthetic standards of design. Sottsass founded the Memphis group in 1981, a movement that revolutionized 1980s design with its eccentric shapes, bright colors and unusual materials. This stylistic revolution has left an indelible mark on contemporary interior design, influencing generations of subsequent designers.

His inimitable signature is reflected in a vast range of projects, from furniture to decorative objects, from lamps to accessories. Among his creations the most famous, the "Carlton" (1981) stands out, a shelving unit with geometric shapes and bright colours, which has become an icon of postmodern design. His collaboration with Poltrona Frau gave life to unique and sophisticated pieces, such as the "Mandarin" armchair and the "Treetops" lamp. Sottsass also worked with Kartell to create the "Tahiti" table lamp. His genius is It also manifests itself in the "Ultrafragola" series for Memphis, a series of strawberry-shaped mirrors that mix irony and functionality. in a single work of art. Each piece signed by Sottsass brings with it; an aura of innovation and originality, representing a perfect union between form and function, art and design. Interior design enthusiasts can find an exclusive selection of Ettore Sottsass's best creations in the Ciat Design catalogue, where the designer's creativity and unique vision come to life through timeless furniture and accessories. p>