Sofa 620 by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Vienna, AT
Design Dieter Rams from 1962. Produced by Vitsoe Model 620 Two seat modular sofa which can be on
Velvet, Plastic
$5,811
H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 29.93 in
Dieter Rams 620 Lounge Chair Swivel Base by Vitsœ black Leather 1962 Mid Century
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Munster, NRW
Lounge Chair from the chair program 620, designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany in 1962. The
Leather
$5,000
H 28.375 in W 34 in D 30 in
1980s Vintage Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 620 Red Leather and Black Lounge Chair
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 620 Chair, originally designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe in 1962. This particular example
Foam, Leather
$9,500
H 25 in W 27 in D 56 in
1980s Vintage Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 620 Red Leather and Black Two Seat Settee
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 620 two-seater loveseat with gorgeous red leather
Leather
$3,304
H 35.83 in W 60.44 in D 31.89 in
60s 70s Dieter Rams for Vitsoe Armchair Program 620 Design Couch Fabric
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Dieter Rams for Vitsoe armchair program 620 design couch fabric Object: 2-seater sofa
Fabric, Plastic
$4,447 / set
H 40.56 in W 23.63 in D 26.78 in
Dieter Rams Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 602 by Vitsoe for Restoration
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in München, BY
range. This Model 602 was designed in 1961 and executed by Vitsoe. Chair and ottoman are upholstered on
Aluminum
$7,352
H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 29.93 in
Dieter Rams Lounge Chair + Ottoman Swivel Base by Vitsœ Leather 1962 Minimal
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Munster, NRW
Lounge Chair + Ottoman from the chair program 620 - designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany in
Leather
$4,150
H 35.83 in W 60.44 in D 31.89 in
60s 70s Dieter Rams for Vitsoe Armchair Program 620 Design Couch Fabric Object
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s Dieter Rams for Vitsoe armchair program 620 design couch fabric Object: 2-seater sofa
Fabric, Plastic
Dieter Rams RZ 62 High-back chair from the chair program 620
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
This beautiful high back chair from the 620 range was designed by Dieter Rams. for Vitsoe in the
Leather
Unavailable
H 90.56 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Dieter Rams, 606 Universal Shelving System Black, Vitsoe, 1960
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Grenoble, FR
Storage and shelves Vitsoe system designed by Dieter Rams. The shelves and cabinet are mounted on
Pair of Otto Zapf Lounge Chairs for Vitsoe
By Otto Zapf
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of Otto Zapf lounge chairs for Vitsoe, Germany, 1967. Sculptural low deep lounge chairs
Fiberglass
Sold
H 35.83 in W 33.86 in L 35.83 in
Dieter Rams Black Leather Lounge Chair Model-620 for Vitsœ, 1970s
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in The Hague, NL
Black leather lounge chair designed by Dieter Rams back in 1962 for German manufacturer Vitsœ
Steel
Model 606 wall unit in black by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The 606 universal shelving system was designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe in Germany in 1960. Rams
Metal
Dieter Rams, Black Leather Lounge Chair Model 620, Vitsœ, 1970s
By Dieter Rams
Located in Uppsala, SE
Black leather lounge chair deisgned by Dieter Rams back in 1962 for German manufacturer Vitsœ. The
Chrome
Sold
H 25.99 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Dieter Rams Model 620 Two Seater Sofa In Black Leather For Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice two seater sofa with ottoman in black leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. The black outer shell
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 36.25 in W 34 in L 36.25 in
Vintage Dieter Rams Model 620 for Vitsoe Black Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vitsoe. It's the first version of this model in all black. Very comfortable, 1970s, England. Dimensions
Leather
Sold
H 36.23 in W 111.82 in L 36.23 in
Dieder Rams sofa Model 620 High back and black leather for Vitsoe
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large and comfortable Dieder Rams sofa model 620. Black fiberglass shells with high back and black
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 25.99 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Dieter Rams Model 620 three Seater Sofa in black Leather For Vitsoe 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing model 620 three seater sofa in black leather with white outer shell by Dieter Rams for
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 78.75 in W 72.05 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Black Shelf System 2 By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Rosendahl, DE
The modular shelving system "606", designed by Dieter Rams in 1960 and manufactured by Vitsœ. This
Aluminum
Sold
H 27.56 in W 85.83 in D 31.11 in
Dieter Rams Black Leather Model 620 3-Seater Sofa For Vitsoe 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice three seater sofa in black leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. The black outer shell is made
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 35.83 in W 33.86 in D 31.89 in
Dieter Rams Set of 2 Black Leather Lounge Chairs Model-620 for Vitsœ, 1970s
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in The Hague, NL
Black leather lounge chairs designed by Dieter Rams back in 1962 for German manufacturer Vitsœ
Steel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Dieter Rams Model 620 Two Seater Sofa In Black Leather For Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice two seater sofa in black leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. The black outer shell is made from
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 27.56 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Dieter Rams 620 Sofa and Lounge Chairs in Black Leather for Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing set of model 620 lounge chairs and sofa in black leather and white frames, designed by
Leather
Dieter Rams Hochlehner Midcentury Sessel RZ 62 Vitsoe 620
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Hochlehner Sessel aus den späten 1960er Jahren von Vitsoe zum
Leather, Plastic
Sold
H 25.99 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Pair Of Dieter Rams Model 620 Armchairs In Black Leather For Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing pair of model 620 lounge chairs in black leather with white outer shell by Dieter Rams for
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 25.99 in W 59.85 in D 31.5 in
Dieter Rams Model 620 Two Seater Sofa In Black Leather For Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful two seater sofa in black leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany 1980s. The white
Leather, Fiberglass
Dieter Rams Ottoman Midcentury Fußhocker RZ 62 Vitsoe 620
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Fußhocker/ Ottoman aus den späten 1960er Jahren von Vitsoe zum
Leather, Plastic
Sold
H 27.56 in W 34.65 in D 31.5 in
Pair Of Dieter Rams Model 620 Lounge Chairs In Black Leather For Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing pair of model 620 lounge chairs in black leather by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. The black outer
Leather, Fiberglass
1x Dieter Rams Midcentury Sessel RZ 62 Vitsoe 620 schwarz
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Sessel aus den späten 1960er Jahren von Vitsoe zum Verkauf an. Der
Leather, Plastic
Dieter Rams Hochlehner Midcentury Sessel RZ 62 Vitsoe 620 II
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Hochlehner Sessel aus den späten 1960er Jahren von Vitsoe zum
Leather, Plastic
Sold
H 15.75 in W 107.88 in D 14.97 in
midcentury 606 modular wall shelving by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 1960s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
The 606 modular system was designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe in the early 1960s. Vitsœ was founded
Metal
Sold
H 27 in W 34 in D 30 in
1960s Model 620 Lounge Chairs designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe - a pair
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, these model 620 chairs are as timeless as they come. When most people think
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 27.56 in W 85.83 in D 31.11 in
Dieter Rams Cognac Leather Model 620 3-Seater Sofa for Vitsoe, 1980s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Iconic sofa by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. The black outer shell is made from a hot-pressed sheet
Leather, Fiberglass
Sold
H 35.44 in W 33.86 in D 29.14 in
Set of Two Lounge Armchairs Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, RZ 62 620, Nubuck Leather
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Telgte, DE
Set of two lounge armchairs Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, RZ 62 620, Nubuck Leather Set of two armchairs
Leather, Fiberglass, Down
Sold
H 26.78 in W 24.02 in D 34.65 in
Otto Zapf, Sofalette Living Room Set and Table, 1967 by Vitsœ, Germany
By Otto Zapf
Located in Munster, NRW
Otto Zapf, seating group model sofalette with coffee table, 1967. Substructure and table made of white lacquered fiberglass shells, upholstered elements with wooden frame constructio...
Fiberglass
Dieter Rams Wall unit for Vitsoe, 1970's
By Dieter Rams
Located in LYON, FR
The 606 universal shelving system is truly timeless. The bookcase is made of black satin laminate
Aluminum
Sold
H 32.29 in W 34.26 in D 35.44 in
Highback Leather Lounge Chair Mod. 620 by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe Black Leather
By Dieter Rams
Located in Berlin, DE
Great lounge / high back chair mod. 620 by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. Black Leather. Very comfortable
Aluminum
Dieter Rams Black '606' Wall Mount Shelving Unit for Vitsoe
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large, wall-mounted '606' shelving system by visionary German designer Dieter Rams for Vitsoe
Aluminum
Sold
H 27.56 in W 59.85 in D 29.93 in
DIETER RAMS for Vitsoe. black on black Sofa / two-seater 'RZ 62', 1960s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in The Hague, NL
Vitsoe in the 1960s. Exemplifying Rams’ timeless principles of clarity and functionality, the 620 system
Leather, Fiberglass, Wood
Dieter Rams Wall Mount 606 Shelving Unit for Vitsoe in Black
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for Vitsoe, Germany. Stunning, timeless design features black laminate shelves with aluminum sides on
Aluminum
Sold
H 78.75 in W 72.05 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Black Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Rosendahl, DE
The modular shelving system "606", designed by Dieter Rams in 1960 and manufactured by Vitsœ. This
Aluminum
Sold
H 91.74 in W 161.23 in D 15.16 in
Dieter Rams for Vitsoe Large Modular Wall Unit in Aluminum and Black Wood
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, wall unit model 606, aluminum, wood, Germany, design 1960 This grand
Aluminum
Sold
H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 29.93 in
Dieter Rams, 620 Lounge Chair - rare Swivel Base by Vitsœ in black Leather, 1962
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Munster, NRW
Lounge Chair from the chair program 620, designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany in 1962. The
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 29.93 in
Dieter Rams, 620 Lounge Chair - rare Swivel Base by Vitsœ in black Leather, 1962
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Munster, NRW
Lounge Chair from the chair program 620, designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany in 1962. The
Leather
Sold
H 26.78 in W 33.86 in D 29.14 in
'620 Program' Lounge Chair and '621' table by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, 1966
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Steenwijk, NL
Beautiful lounge chair by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. We have two similar chairs available. Both chairs
Leather, Fiberglass
Dieter Rams Wall System, Shelf, Vitsoe, 1960s
By Niels Vitsoe
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Black shelf system by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany. Black painted wood, Aluminum. Good
Aluminum
Black Shelf System 606 by Dieter Rams, Vitsoe 1966
By Dieter Rams
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Black Shelf System 606 by Dieter Rams, Vitsoe 1966. Four Cabinets, 14 x Metal shelves, 5 x Wall
Aluminum, Metal
Sold
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Authentic Vitsoe Shelving System 606 by Dieter Rams in black 1973 Minimalist
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Alsdorf, NW
Classic 606 Universal Shelving System designed by Dieter Rams, available in black and originating
Aluminum
Sold
H 110.24 in W 71.66 in D 12.21 in
Shelves of System, Model 606, Black Dieter Rams for Vitsœ and Zapf, 1966
By Dieter Rams
Located in Grenoble, FR
This wooden 606 shelf system was manufactured in 1966 by Vitsoe following a design by Dieter Rams
Dieter Rams Chair 620 programm Vitsoe black leather
By Dieter Rams
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
shell with black leather cushions. Made by Vitsoe. All the chairs has a standard size, and also the
Leather
Dieter Rams Two-Seat Sofa, in Black Leather for Vitsoe
By Dieter Rams
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
Two-seat sofa in black patinated leather. This settee has an interesting design with a sleek and
Leather, Plastic
Dieter Rams Vitsoe 620 Chair Programm Set Black Leather 1980
By Dieter Rams
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
shell with black leather cushions. Made by Vitsoe. All the chairs has a standard size, and also the
Sold
H 35.83 in W 33.86 in D 34.65 in
Vitsoe 620 by Dieter Rams Black Leather Lounge chair, Mid-Century modern, German
By Dieter Rams
Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Vitsoe 620 by Dieter Rams Black Leather Lounge chair, Mid-Century modern, German Very fine example
Leather
Rare Dieter Rams Lounge Chair, Vitsoe, Germany
By Dieter Rams
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Rams for Vitsoe. Black Leather, aluminum Legs and padded Leather Armrests.
Leather
Sold
H 14.97 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Dieter Rams Midcentury Black Plastic German Side Tables for Vitsoe, 1967
By Dieter Rams
Located in Porto, PT
This side tables was designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe.
Plastic
$1,897 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
Mid Century Danish Modern Donut Stool by Thygesen for Magnus Olesen c 1970's
By Magnus Olesen, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Modern design stool by Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen for Magnus Olsen circa 1970's. The stool features three bent laminate wood legs, attached to an ebonized donut f...
Wood
$750
H 17 in Dm 16 in
Castiglioni Rochetto White Plastic Stool or Table by Kartell, Italian Midcentury
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Kartell
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed in 1969 by the Castiglioni brothers, the "rochetto", or "spool" stool is a wonderful design. Two identical forms are fastened together giving it the distinctive hourglass sp...
Upholstery, Plastic
$15,897 / item
H 27.56 in W 100.4 in D 37.8 in
Arflex Marenco Sofa in Fabric Heidi and Candy by Mario Marenco
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marenco Sofa is designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex. This sofa features the system with making the armrest and seat as the base portion. There is a metal tubular frame facilitated f...
Metal
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$696 / item
H 7.4 in W 1.8 in D 7.7 in
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in green for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the M...
Metal
$6,950 / item
H 47.25 in Dm 21.66 in
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs. Also available in US wired.
Brass
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex in fabric. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in cont...
Fabric
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood Denmark - 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood, Denmark - 1960s.
Wood
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 136 in D 32 in
Mid Century Sectional Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates c 1960's
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
Architectural two piece sectional sofa, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. The sofa features an angled section, which has a storage cabinet on its end, with a drop dow...
Upholstery
Il Poltrone Lounge Chair by Comfort, Dark Gray Leather, 1973
By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli, Comfort, Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Il Poltrone lounge chair as part of the i Potoni 175 series designed by T. Ammannati and G.P. Vitelli. Dark gray leather with steel gray molded acrylic base. Supremely comfortable. V...
Leather, Acrylic
$4,400
H 27.56 in W 88.59 in D 33.47 in
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi 'Ateljee' Sectional Sofa in Black Leather
By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi Finland, modular sofa, leather, metal, wood, Finland, 1963 This streamlined sectional sofa is characterized by a simplistic, natural and modernist aesthetic...
Metal
$6,166
H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 38.59 in
Le Bambole sofa in velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Le Bambole sofa in coral/pink coloured velvet designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This beautiful edition is reupholstered in a high quality cotton velve...
Velvet
lampe "Fukushu" Ingo Maurer, 1980
By Ingo Maurer
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Lampe "Fukushu" de Ingo Maurer étiquette Design M circa 1980 Modelé très poétique d'inspiration japonaise pour cette élégante lampe à poser de Ingo Maurer le système "touch tonic" p...
Steel
German industrial designer Dieter Rams is revered for the pared-down, intuitive electronics and consumer goods he created for Braun — where he worked from 1955 to 1997, most of that time as chief design officer — and his timeless furniture for Vitsœ, a company with which he continues to collaborate today.
Less well known are Rams’s longstanding focus on sustainability and uneasy relationship with contemporary technology, even as Silicon Valley designers like Apple’s Jonathan Ive follow in his rational footsteps.
During Germany’s postwar rebuilding period, Rams and his team of designers at Braun, inspired by the Bauhaus and the Ulm School of Design, focused on extreme simplicity and usability while conceiving products with a modern, forward-looking appearance.
Among Rams’s most iconic designs is the SK 4 phonograph and radio, created in 1956, which had a compact white metal case topped by a revolutionary-at-the-time transparent Plexiglas lid that revealed simple gray controls inside (it was nicknamed Snow White’s Coffin). But it is the T3 portable radio, from 1958, that gets design aficionados most excited today: A white rectangular box with a perforated square for the speaker and a circular-dial control, it bears an unmistakable resemblance to Apple’s original iPod. (Many people also note that the iPhone’s calculator app looks remarkably similar to the Braun ET 66 calculator, with its circular color-coded buttons.)
In the late 1970s, Rams laid out his widely studied 10 principles for good design: It is innovative, makes a product useful, is aesthetic, makes a product understandable, is unobtrusive, is honest, is long lasting, is thorough down to the last detail, is environmentally friendly and is as little design as possible.
One of Rams’s principles that hasn’t translated to our contemporary era is his emphasis on longevity. “The time of thoughtless design and thoughtless consumption is over,” he said in 1976, stressing the need to conserve natural resources — even as he was busy designing plastic products.
Rams has also expressed reservations about how electronics have evolved in recent decades from tools for improving life to time-sucking obsessions. “Every time he crosses a street and sees people glued to their phones, he just can’t conceive of how we got to this point,” says filmmaker Gary Hustwit, whose feature-length documentary on Rams debuted in 2018. “I think he’s a little bit saddened by all this work they did in the fifties and sixties, which had a very idealistic point of view, being a stepping stone to where we are now, and the current lust for technology.”
If digital devices sometimes seem to be making life more complicated, Rams’s precept remains the same as always: “Back to purity, back to simplicity.”
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