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The stories behind the world’s most iconic designs. Weekly dives into design history drop every Monday. 🪑👓 👗
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Vespa

Designer: Corradino d’Ascanio
Country: Italy
Year: 1946

After a holiday, the Vespa takes off. #DesignIcon #Design #DesignHistory #ItalianDesign #Piaggio #Vespa #Scooter

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The image features a classic silver Vespa scooter, isolated against a solid turquoise background. This vintage model showcases the iconic Italian design with a monocoque steel unibody frame, front leg shield, and rounded engine cover. It has a single black leather saddle-style seat with a rear luggage rack and footrests integrated into the body. The scooter's headlight is mounted on the front fender, and the handlebars are chrome with beige handgrips. The Vespa logo is prominently displayed on the front shield, emphasizing the brand's timeless style and engineering heritage.
August 25, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Bialetti Moka Express

Designer: Alfonso Bialetti
Country: Italy
Year: 1933

Father and son combine design and marketing genius. #MokaExpress #Bialetti #MokaPot #Design #DesignIcon #Coffee #Espresso #ItalianDesign

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The image shows a classic silver Bialetti Moka Express stovetop espresso maker against a solid yellow background. The coffee maker has a distinctive octagonal aluminum body with a black plastic handle and knob, and features the iconic Bialetti logo of a cartoon man with a mustache raising a finger.
August 18, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Sony Walkman TPS-L2

Designer: Norio Ohga and Kozo Ohsone
Country: Japan
Year: 1979

A personal favour becomes a global phenomenon.

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#Sony #SonyWalkman #DesignIcon #IndustrialDesign #ProductDesign
A vintage Sony Walkman cassette player in metallic blue and silver is shown standing upright against a solid turquoise background, with its matching lightweight silver-and-blue foam-padded headphones connected via a black audio cable. The Walkman features a front cassette window labeled “STEREO” in bold white letters, a prominent orange play button on top, and side controls for volume and tape operation, evoking the iconic portable music design of the late 20th century.
August 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Thonet Chair No.14

Designer: Michael Thonet
Country: Austria
Year: 1859

Paris wouldn’t be the same without it.

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#DesignIcons #DesignIcon #Thonet #ThonetChairNo14 #Chair
The image features a Thonet No. 14 chair, an iconic example of 19th-century bentwood furniture, shown against a solid yellow background. The chair is crafted from dark-stained wood with a smooth, circular seat and elegantly curved legs. Its signature feature is the graceful double-loop backrest, formed from steam-bent beechwood, which gives the chair both its lightweight strength and distinctive silhouette. A circular stretcher connects the legs beneath the seat, adding stability and visual rhythm. Timeless and minimal, the No. 14 chair epitomizes functional beauty and enduring design.
August 8, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Series 7 Chair

Designer: Arne Jacobsen
Country: Denmark
Year: 1955

Scandalously iconic design.

#Design #DesignIcon #Series7 #Profumo #Chair #DanishDesign
The image features a front-facing view of Arne Jacobsen's iconic Series 7 chair, set against a solid light blue background. The chair has a smoothly curved, butterfly-shaped backrest and a seat made from molded plywood with a warm wood grain finish. It stands on four slender, slightly splayed chrome legs, each tipped with a black rubber foot. Celebrated for its minimalist form and ergonomic comfort, the Series 7 chair embodies mid-century modern design and remains a timeless classic in both residential and commercial interiors.
August 8, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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The Anglepoise Lamp

Designer: George Carwardine
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 1934

This bright idea was born in a garden shed.

#Design #DesignIcon #Anglepoise #IndustrialDesign #LightingDesign #BritishDesign
The image shows a classic black adjustable Anglepoise desk lamp with a conical metal shade and an articulated arm supported by visible springs. The lamp is mounted on a square, weighted base, and its flexible design allows it to be positioned at various angles for focused lighting. A twisted cord extends from the top, suggesting a vintage or industrial aesthetic. The background is a solid, bright yellow, which contrasts sharply with the dark color of the lamp, making it stand out prominently.
August 7, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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Rocking Chair Model 1

Designer: Michael Thonet
Country: Austria
Year: c.1860

There are many famous chairs in art, but this rocking version might take the top spot.

#Design #InteriorDesign #ThonetRockingChair
A vintage Thonet Rocking Chair No. 1 is displayed against a light blue background. The chair features elegantly curved bentwood arms and legs, showcasing intricate scrollwork characteristic of 19th-century craftsmanship. The seat and backrest are upholstered in black, button-tufted leather, adding a luxurious contrast to the warm, polished wood frame. Its sculptural form and graceful design highlight the innovation and beauty of early modern industrial furniture.
August 7, 2025 at 1:40 PM