Verner Panton
Danish interior designer and trendsetter
Born
1926
99 years ago
Died
September 5th, 1998
26 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Denmark
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An influential Danish interior designer, contributed significantly to the fields of industrial design and furniture design. Developed innovative and colorful designs that embraced modernism, using new materials and techniques. His work often featured bold colors, curvy forms, and a strong visual impact. Designed the iconic Panton Chair, which became a symbol of contemporary furniture design. Created immersive and experimental environments for exhibitions, showcasing a visionary approach to spatial design.
Designed the Panton Chair
Developed the 'Visiona' exhibition space
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