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What materials does Philippe Starck use?

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What materials does Philippe Starck use?
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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Kartell by Philippe Starck Modern Ero/S White Dining Chair
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell in 1999 the Ero/S chair is inspired by the 1960s but has quickly become a modern design Classic. With an organic shape, the oval...
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20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Flos by Philippe Starck Romeo Table Lamp
By Philippe Starck, Flos
Located in London, GB
Designed by Philippe Starck for Flos in 1997, the Romeo table lamp is a timeless design. Constructed from an aluminium and steel base with a gray finish, the table lamp features a white plisse cloth...
Category

1990s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Philippe Starck 'Fenc-e-Nature' Outdoor Sofa, Steel, Teak and Fabric by Cassina
By Philippe Starck, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa designed by Philippe Starck in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Defined by Philippe Starck as "a lifestyle collection of relaxed elegance", Fenc-e Nature sees the desi...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Baobab Desk by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 2000s
By Vitra, Philippe Starck
Located in Brussels, BE
The Baobab desk, a creation of Philippe Starck for Vitra, challenges traditional office furniture with its seamless integration of functionality and aesthetics. Crafted as a single piece, it adeptly caters to computer-based tasks and paperwork while incorporating storage space and cable management...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Futurist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plastic

Post-modern Dr Sonderbar chair in black by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
Dr Sonderbar steel chair in the rare glossy black, by Philippe Starck. With a simple oversized curved form and perforated base, this iconic chair is highly sought after. Philippe St...
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

FLOS Miss K Table Lamp in Aluminized Silver by Philippe Starck
By Flos, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created by innovative design master Philippe Starck, the Miss K table lamp brings a delightful duality to its work. When unlit, its transparent PC (p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

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