Gigi Sabadin
Gigi Sabadin is a renowned Italian designer born in 1930 in Cittadella, in the province of Padua. He is known for being the author of iconic pieces in the history of design, particularly for his work with wood and his skills in material craftsmanship. Despite his primary profession being that of a metalworker, he had a strong passion for design and the creation of objects.
Sabadin is known for his reserved personality and his unconventional approach to design. In his workshop, he created essential and modern objects based on clever technical and formal inventions. His projects are characterized by a perfect blend of technical knowledge, material understanding, and aesthetic research. They were true acts of creativity, conceived for their essence and utility, even before being produced for mass sales, although many of his designs were indeed produced and remain relevant over time.
Among his most famous works are the Peota chairs (1970), Fiora (model CH-304) from 1979, Canossa chairs (1974), Arca folding chairs (1974), and stackable chairs produced for Stilwood in the 1970s. These pieces are still considered extraordinarily contemporary, both in terms of concept and functionality and aesthetics.
His legacy in the world of design is that of an exceptional designer who created functional and timeless works of art, demonstrating a profound understanding of materials and a unique ability to combine technology and form.
Gigi Sabadin
Gigi Sabadin is a renowned Italian designer born in 1930 in Cittadella, in the province of Padua. He is known for being the author of iconic pieces in the history of design, particularly for his work with wood and his skills in material craftsmanship. Despite his primary profession being that of a metalworker, he had a strong passion for design and the creation of objects.
Sabadin is known for his reserved personality and his unconventional approach to design. In his workshop, he created essential and modern objects based on clever technical and formal inventions. His projects are characterized by a perfect blend of technical knowledge, material understanding, and aesthetic research. They were true acts of creativity, conceived for their essence and utility, even before being produced for mass sales, although many of his designs were indeed produced and remain relevant over time.
Among his most famous works are the Peota chairs (1970), Fiora (model CH-304) from 1979, Canossa chairs (1974), Arca folding chairs (1974), and stackable chairs produced for Stilwood in the 1970s. These pieces are still considered extraordinarily contemporary, both in terms of concept and functionality and aesthetics.
His legacy in the world of design is that of an exceptional designer who created functional and timeless works of art, demonstrating a profound understanding of materials and a unique ability to combine technology and form.
