Verner Panton

Danish interior designer and trendsetter

Verner Panton - Danish interior designer and trendsetter
Born

1926
99 years ago

Died

September 5th, 1998
27 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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