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Philippe Starck Teak Ladder and Bench
By Philippe Starck
Located in East Hampton, NY
Philippe Starck for the Delano Hotel's bathrooms. One set was in every guest room and suite with magazines
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Vintage 1980s American Magazine Racks and Stands

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Teak

Philippe Starck for the Delano Hotel, Teak Ladder and Bench
By Philippe Starck
Located in East Hampton, NY
One shelf and one stool comprise a set. Custom designed by Philippe Starck for the Delano Hotel's
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Teak

Philippe Starck Custom Bench for the SLS Hotel in Los Angeles
By Philippe Starck, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two pieces are available. Custom leather, wood, and chrome bench designed by Philippe Starck and
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Beige Leather Bench Designed by Marco Zito
By Marco Zito
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put their signature next to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Beige Leather Bench Designed by Marco Zito
Beige Leather Bench Designed by Marco Zito
H 18.1 in W 48.8 in D 18.1 in
Boss Executive Walnut Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Boss Executive Walnut Bench, Made in Italy
Boss Executive Walnut Bench, Made in Italy
H 17.72 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
Red Pencil Wood Bench 42, Made in Italy
By Carlo Leonardo Rosa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put their
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Fir

Red Pencil Wood Bench 42, Made in Italy
Red Pencil Wood Bench 42, Made in Italy
H 18.12 in W 42.13 in D 20.87 in
Natura Walnut and Iron Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Natura Walnut and Iron Bench, Made in Italy
Natura Walnut and Iron Bench, Made in Italy
H 17.72 in W 63 in D 16.54 in
Pure 94 Inches Black Cedar Bench By Matteo Thun
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar, Wood

Pink Velvet Bench, Designed by Marco Zito, Made in Italy
By Marco Zito
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Velvet

Newton, 63 Inches Walnut and Iron Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Curve, 71" Cedar Bench, Designed by Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Fir Wood Pencil Bench with Black Accent, Made in Italy
By Carlo Leonardo Rosa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put their signature
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Fir

Fir Pencil Bench 70 with Red Accent, Made in Italy
By Carlo Leonardo Rosa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put their signature
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Fir

White Bone Bench, Designed by Daï Sugasawa, Made in Italy
By D. Sugasawa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck
Category

2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Plastic

Newton, 94 Inches Walnut and Iron Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Newton, 78 Inches Walnut and Iron Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Lei Wood Bench, by Andrea Branzi, Made in Italy
By Andrea Branzi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Mirador Cedar Bench, Designed Giuliano & Gabriele Cappellettii, Made in Italy
By Giuliano & Gabriele Cappellettii
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Ombra Cedar Bench, Designed by Hikaru Mori, Made in Italy
By Hikaru Mori
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Forkala Cedar Bench, Designed by Karim Rashid, Made in Italy
By Karim Rashid
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Santa Clara, Outdoor Aluminum Bench with Chrome Finish, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Santa Clara, Outdoor Aluminum Bench with Gold Finish, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Aluminum

Unicorno Briccola Wood Bench, Designed by Alessandro Mendini, Made in Italy
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Divan Punto D'Incontro Bench, Designed Riccardo Arbizzoni, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Wam Grey Long Bench, Designed by Marco Zito, Made in Italy
By Marco Zito
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric

Mountains Cedar Vulcano Bench, Designed Hsiao-Ching Wang, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Calle Cult Walnut Bench, Designed by Aldo Spinelli, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Mountains Cedar Bench, Designed by Hsiao-Ching Wang, Made in Italy
By Hsiao Chin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Clothespin Cedar 55 Inches Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Clothespin 94 Inches Cedar Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Clothespin 75 Inches Cedar Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Palizzata Briccola Wood Bench, Designed by Michele De Lucchi, Made in Italy
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Clothespin 55 Inches Cedar Bench with Red Iron spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Clothespin 94 Inches Cedar Bench with Red Iron spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Curve, 94 Inches Cedar Bench, Designed by Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Curve, 71 Inches Cedar Vulcano Bench, Designed Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Curve, 94 Inches Cedar Vulcano Bench, Designed Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Curve, 47 Inches Cedar Bench, Designed by Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Wedge, Black Cedar Wood Bench with Red Iron Base, Made in Italy
By Boyan Grigorov
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Walnut Bench with Rose Gold Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Walnut Bench with Yellow Gold Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Walnut Bench with Black Chrome Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Wedge Cedar Wood & Iron Bench, Designed by Boyan Grigorov, Made in Italy
By Boyan Grigorov
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian design can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spazzola Cedar Vulcano Bench, Designed by Fabio Lo Jacono, Made in Italy
By Fabio Lo Jacono
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Piazza Scala Walnut Bench, Designed by Michele De Lucchi, Made in Italy
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Walnut

Spazzola Cedar Wood Bench, Designed by Fabio Lo Jacono, Made in Italy
By Fabio Lo Jacono
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Curve, 47 Inches Cedar Vulcano Bench, Designed Brodie Neill, Made in Italy
By Brodie Neill
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
can be found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Love Seat, Cedar Bench, Designed by Jake Phipps, Made in Italy
By Jake Phipps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Bridge, Black Cedar Bench, Designed by C.R.& S., Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Pure 94 Inches Cedar Bench, Designed by Matteo Thun, Made in Italy
By Matteo Thun
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put their signature next to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Black Upholstered Leather Bench with Gold Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Brass

Pure 55 Inches Cedar Bench, Designed by Matteo Thun, Made in Italy
By Matteo Thun
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and many others put their signature next to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Pure, 74 Inches Cedar Bench, Designed by Matteo Thun, Made in Italy
By Matteo Thun
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Black Clothespin 55 Inches Vulcano Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
found in this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Black Clothespin 75 Inches Vulcano Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Black Clothespin 94 Inches Vulcano Bench with White Iron Spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
this piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Black Clothespin 94 Inches Vulcano Bench with Red Iron spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Black Clothespin 55 Inches Vulcano Bench with Red Iron spring, Made in Italy
By Baldessari & Baldessari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
piece. No wonder that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Cedar

Newton, 94 Inches Black Vulcano and Red Iron Legs Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Newton, 63 Inches Black Vulcano and Red Iron Legs Bench, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that the world famous designers like Philippe Starck, Karim Rashid, Piero Lissoni, Rodolfo Dordoni and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

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Starck Philippe Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the starck philippe bench you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A starck philippe bench — often made from wood, cedar and metal — can elevate any home. There are 18 variations of the antique or vintage starck philippe bench you’re looking for, while we also have 85 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the starck philippe bench you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each starck philippe bench bearing modern or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made starck philippe bench over the years, but those crafted by Baldessari & Baldessari, Riva 1920 and Philippe Starck are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Starck Philippe Bench?

A starck philippe bench can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,925, while the lowest priced sells for $598 and the highest can go for as much as $28,494.

A Close Look at modern Furniture

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

Finding the Right benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.

Questions About Starck Philippe Bench
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck is a French architect and designer. He decorated many notable buildings, including the residences at the Élysée Palace in Paris, France, and the Royalton Hotel in New York, New York. He also creates bold, playful furniture designs. Shop a selection of Philippe Starck on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Philippe Starck is from France. The designer and architect was born in 1949 in Paris and completed his studies at the École Nissim de Camondo in the city. Over the course of his career, Starck has also had homes in cities around the world, including Capri, Italy; New York, New York; Formentera, Spain; and Burano, Italy. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck lives in homes located around the world. He has an oyster farm in the South of France and houses situated on the islands of Capri, Italy; Formentera, Spain; and Burano, Italy. In addition, he owns a house in Portugal and an apartment in New York City. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck is famous for his work as an architect and designer. His work stands out for its bold, dramatic lines and for the touches of humor that he frequently adds. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Philippe Starck.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Designer Philippe Starck was born on January 18, 1949 in Paris, France. His father, André Starck, was an airplane designer, and his work provided early inspiration for Starck's designs. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck designs many types of items. His furniture and household decorative objects are very well known. He also creates watches and boats and works as an architect. Some of his most acclaimed designs include the Louis Ghost chair, the Machine Gun lamp and the Miss K table lamp. You'll find a range of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Many things influenced Philippe Starck’s work. His father was an aircraft engineer and his work provided early inspiration for the designer. Starck also identifies fashion trends, pop culture and toys as sources of inspiration. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck studied at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, where he focused on interior design. Following graduation, he found work decorating nightclubs. In 1983, he received a major commission to design the apartments at the Élysée Palace, then occupied by French president François Mitterrand. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    French is the nationality of Philippe Starck. He was born in Paris, France, in 1949. After studying interior design at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris, he started his design career in the 1970s, decorating nightclubs in the city. His reputation for spirited and original interiors earned him a commission in 1983 from French President François Mitterrand to design the private apartments of the Élysée Palace. Starck made his name internationally in 1988 with his design for the interiors of the Royalton Hotel in New York. Explore a range of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck's primary design philosophy is democratic design. He believes in creating pieces of exceptional quality and providing them at accessible prices. Starck takes an imaginative approach, often incorporating touches of humor into his designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck influenced design by changing designers' relationship to their work. His bold, playful approach caused other designers to take more risks and think outside of the box when creating their own designs. On 1stDibs, find a range of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Philippe Starck uses a wide range of materials in his designs. He is best known for unconventional pairings, such as pieces made of velvet and chrome or glass and stone. Often, he chooses plastic as a material because it is versatile and affordable. Shop a variety of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Philippe Starck's design style is modern. Some words that capture the spirit of his work include dynamic, sleek, fluid and witty. Starck has created everything from hotel interiors and luxury yachts to toothbrushes and teakettles and incorporates playful and unexpected elements in his work. Shop a range of Philippe Starck furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Philippe Starck's most famous design is arguably the Louis Ghost chair. Starck introduced the design for Kartell in 2002, and it became an instant icon. Now, it's easily one of the most recognized (and copied) designs in the world. The Louis Ghost chair is a postmodern take on the classic Louis XVI armchair, a style that emerged under the tumultuous reign of King Louis-Auguste and Queen Marie Antoinette. The second half of the chair's name refers to its materiality. It wasn't Starck's first plastic chair for Kartell, but it was the first time a single polycarbonate plastic mold was used in the process, creating a structure completely free of joints. Formally, Starck distilled the geometry of his antique reference to its main elements: the oval-shaped backrest, curved armrests and straight legs, creating a piece that has remained popular for more than 20 years. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Philippe Starck furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Philippe Starck has designed many products. He has created everything from hotel interiors and luxury yachts to toothbrushes and teakettles. Yet for every project in his diverse portfolio, Starck has maintained an instantly recognizable signature style: a look that is dynamic, sleek, fluid and witty. He is particularly well known for his furniture, such as the Louis Ghost chair, the Tip Top table, the Series Club chair and the Prince AHA stool. Shop a selection of Philippe Starck furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Philippe Starck designed the Ghost chair for the furniture maker Kartell to produce and sell in 2002. It draws inspiration from the Louis XVI upholstered armchair. You'll find a collection of Philippe Starck Ghost chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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Jeff Andrews Captures Old Hollywood Glamour in His Cinematic Spaces

Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.

New Orleans’ Lee Ledbetter Makes Design Magic by Mixing Past and Present

The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.

How a Modernist Hamptons Home on the Water Became the Ideal Weekend Refuge

Damon Liss and Stelle Lomont Rouhani Architects collaborated on this serene getaway for a minimalism-minded Manhattan family of four.

Desert Modern Designer Arthur Elrod Finally Gets His Day in the Sun

The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.