Aldo Rossi (1931–1997) was one of the most influential Italian architects and designers of the 20th century. He is known not only for his rationalist and theoretical architecture, but also for his work in industrial design, where he created iconic objects that are still produced today by companies such as Alessi.

Rossi is known for his poetic and intellectual approach to design. His creations often recall archetypal forms, collective memories and a certain simplified monumentality. Even everyday objects take on, in his hands, an architectural and metaphysical aura.

Important collaborations:

Alessi – Rossi designed for Alessi some of the most famous objects in the catalog, such as:

La Conica (1984): an aluminum coffee maker with a conical and geometric silhouette.

La Cupola (1988): another, more playful coffee maker, with a dome that recalls the Italian architectural tradition.

Molteni&C – He designed furniture and furnishings characterized by rigorous lines and architectural evocations.

Distinctive features of his design:

Architectural forms translated into everyday objects.

Structured minimalism, with the use of pure geometries (cone, cylinder, dome).

Sober colors, often linked to the aesthetics of Italian rationalism.

Strong symbolic and narrative charge.

Aldo Rossi’s design goes beyond functionality; it is a means to explore memory, history and cultural identity. His influence is also felt in many contemporary designers who seek a more conceptual dimension in their work.