Ettore Sottsass (1917 - 2007)

Biography

Ettore Sottsass (Italian pronunciation: [ˈɛttore sotˈsas]; 14 September 1917 – 31 December 2007) was an Italian architect and product designer. He was known for his designs of furniture, jewelry, glass, lighting, homeware and office supplies. He also worked on numerous buildings and interiors, often defined by bold colours.