The Design Factory
Author | : Alberto Alessi |
Publisher | : Academy Press |
Total Pages | : 156 |
Release | : 1994 |
ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105016383916 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Design Factory by : Alberto Alessi
Download or read book The Design Factory written by Alberto Alessi and published by Academy Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the 1980s the Alessi company emerged at the forefront of design activity. Founded in 1921 to produce crafted products in metal for eating and drinking, Alberto Alessi launched the company into the design decade through his collaboration with designers and architects such as Sottsass, Sapper, Castiglioni and Mendini and the creation of two main trade marks: Alessi, geared towards mass production and Officina Alessi towards more experimental limited editions.