How does Starck's idea of social design influence his work?

Starck's idea of social design influences his work by inspiring him to create pieces that add humor and surprise to homes. A great example is how he takes fine furnishings that once signified wealth and prestige and puts a fun new twist on them. You can see this approach in the polycarbonate Louis Ghost armchair derived from Louis XVI furniture and the Out-In chair, a futuristic take on the classic English high-back chair. His idea of social design also leads Starck to keep the price of many of his pieces as economical as possible. Shop a collection of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.