Radical Design

Véritable manifeste du design radical italien, le AEO est un fauteuil démontable, asymétrique et modulable, pensé pour rompre avec les formes figées du mobilier traditionnel.

Milan’s streets carry his quiet yet radical presence. Unlike others, he designed spaces that evolve with time, proving that true modernity respects history while pushing its boundari...

Modernist lounge chair in tubular chromed steel, black leather, Italy, 1970s With their sleek cantilever structure and soft round forms, these modernist lounge chairs encapsulate th...

Modernist lounge chair in tubular chromed steel, black leather, Italy, 1970s With its sleek cantilever structure and soft round forms, this modernist lounge chair encapsulates the r...

His collaboration with Simon Gavina allowed him to translate architectural ideas into radical, collectible design objects.

At the time, the concept was absolutely innovative and radical. Due to her design philosophy which underlines the significance of simple things, she is considered to be the mother o...

The Bolla sofa is a powerful example of radical Italian design from the 1970s, distinguished by its enveloping, bubble-like form and deeply channeled upholstery.

Dimensions: Chair – Width: 61.5 cm (24.2 inches), Depth: 105 cm (41.3 inches), Height: 78 cm (30.7 inches) Stool – Width: 63 cm (24.8 inches), Depth: 49 cm (19.3 inches), Height: 43 ...

1970's Bamboo Pendant lamp in the spirit of the Italian 70's era of radical interior design A Bohemian Chique 'summer hat' shaped pendant that will bring a lot of atmosphere and amb...

This piece reflects the radical Italian design spirit of the 1970s, where geometric rigor, daring color contrasts, and bold material use came together to redefine domestic interiors.

Dimensions: Length: 106cm Depth: 36cm Height: 84,5cm Comfort: Designed as a sculptural furniture element Typical Use: Statement console, ideal for scenographic entrances, sophistic...

Highly collectible and very hard to find on the market, these chairs embody the radical French design spirit of the 1970s.

These armchairs are a contemporary design piece with a strongly sculptural and minimalist aesthetic, clearly referencing Constructivism and the De Stijl movement (particularly the ge...

This pair of Calypso armchairs by Vittorio Introini represents an iconic example of Italian radical seating design from the late 1970s, distinguished by a sculptural presence and an ...

While rooted in oriental rug designs, this piece radically simplifies traditional motifs for a modern, streamlined aesthetic.

Aralia Corner Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset First edition July 1979 original chocolat dark brown leather corner sofa Designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, the Aralia ...

STUDIODADA was an Italian architectural and design office which started in 1977 during Italy's radical period.

As tall as a human, CACTUS®, initially conceived as an eccentric coat hanger, has become over the years an emblem of radical Italian design. Born from the minds of Guido Drocco and F...

More than mere lighting, the "Manifesto" suspensions are a statement — objects transforming light into a language of modernity, testifying to Sottsass’s radical forms and design.

The Volta Curve chair features a compact silhouette with distinctive arched legs that create dynamic geometries echoing radical architectural forms. Its design blends contemporary ae...

An iconic and highly influential dining set from Frank Gehry’s groundbreaking Easy Edges series, designed in the early 1970s. This ensemble exemplifies Gehry’s radical approach to fu...

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge chair in original cognac leather, 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 197...

This exceptional vintage Swedish rya embodies the radical elegance of Scandinavian Modern design at its most distilled.

The "Valmassoi Conti" pendant lamp for Luci Italy is known as the "L'Amo" ceiling lamp, a striking example of radical Italian design from 1970. The name "L'Amo" translates to "The Ho...

The group was set up in Florence in 1966, contributing with theories and designs to the radical architecture movement. In 1972 it set an environment for the show "Italy: The New Dome...

Its importance resides not in refinement or finish, but in its directness, honesty, and archival authenticity, qualities increasingly sought after by collectors and institutions focu...

Distinguished by its unusual colour variations and refined golden veining, this mantelpiece stands as a powerful architectural statement of Renaissance craftsmanship and timeless ele...

Anfibio sofa-bed designed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti in 1972, a landmark piece of Italian radical and modern design and one of the most iconic convertible sofas of the 20th...

Created specifically for the elegant Café Capua, these chairs reflect Loos’s radical approach to design—eschewing ornamentation in favor of pure form, utility, and refined proportion...

Comparable to the experiments of Philippe Jean, Jean-Pierre Vitrac and the aesthetics promoted by Galerie Denise René, it sits at the intersection of lighting design and contemporary...

Something that makes you feel before you think. Despite its radical shape, Visceral is designed for real life.

Something that makes you feel before you think. Despite its radical shape, Visceral is designed for real life.

Something that makes you feel before you think. Despite its radical shape, Visceral is designed for real life.

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge sofa in original cognac leather, 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970...

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge chair in original cognac leather, 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 197...

More than a piece of furniture, this is a functional sculpture, a bold and radical statement from the Italian design movement of the 1980s.

Continuing the significant experience of opening meeting points and workshops, he opens in Padua with Giulia Laverda, the TOT gallery, for which he cares for exhibitions on the radic...

Mah Jong Modular Sofa – Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois (Sonia Rykiel Edition, 2011) Striped Satin & Jacquard Couture Edition with Matching Rug When haute couture met radical modular d...

It has been featured in design retrospectives at the Triennale di Milano and Centre Pompidou and appears in publications documenting radical Italian design of the 1970s.

Marc strives for honesty and radical austerity in his designs, using his direct approach creating logical objects with minimalistic, clear constructions.

Marc strives for honesty and radical austerity in his designs, using his direct approach creating logical objects with minimalistic, clear constructions.

Marc strives for honesty and radical austerity in his designs, using his direct approach creating logical objects with minimalistic, clear constructions.

The light ball is held in place by an ingenious magnet system inside the base, which makes it both playful and adjustable into different orientations—functioning to light up a piece ...

A single plank becomes the centerpiece of this striking chair, defined by its radical, minimalist design. Inspired by the principles of Enzo Mari—who championed democratic and access...

Marc strives for honesty and radical austerity in his designs, using his direct approach creating logical objects with minimalistic, clear constructions.

Its futuristic geometric shapes, essential but strongly expressive, express the material and formal innovation typical of radical Italian design. Made of white plastic or fiberglass,...

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge chair in original red velvet 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970 for B&B...

The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970 for B&B Italia (then C&B Italia), is an icon of radical 1970s design.

The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970 for B&B Italia (then C&B Italia), is an icon of radical 1970s design.

This chair is a striking example of radical Italian design, combining sculptural elegance with refined comfort.

This time, Zieta Studio went further in their radical approach to design by covering the whole surface of the RONDO with white mat paint.

This time, Zieta Studio went further in their radical approach to design by covering the whole surface of the RONDO with white mat paint.

This time, Zieta Studio went further in their radical approach to design by covering the whole surface of the RONDO with white mat paint.

This time, Zieta Studio went further in their radical approach to design by covering the whole surface of the RONDO with white mat paint.

This time, Zieta Studio went further in their radical approach to design by covering the whole surface of the RONDO with white mat paint.

This time, Zieta Studio went further in their radical approach to design by covering the whole surface of the RONDO with white mat paint.

The interplay between softness and structural clarity, between comfort and control, speaks to the radical spirit of 1970s Italian design. Unveiled the same year as Mario Bellini’s “...

Modernist lounge chairs in tubular chromed steel, green loden, Italy, 1970s, set of 2 With their sleek cantilever structure and soft round forms, these modernist lounge chairs encap...

Modernist lounge chair in tubular chromed steel, green loden, Italy, 1970s With their sleek cantilever structure and soft round forms, these modernist lounge chairs encapsulate the ...

Historical Context The period between the World Wars was a time of radical change in graphic design and typography, a shift away from ornate, historical styles toward a more function...