Giancarlo Piretti is an Italian industrial designer known for his work in the field of furniture design. He was born in Bologna, Italy, in 1940. Piretti is particularly renowned for his innovative and functional chair designs.

One of his most famous designs is the “Plia” folding chair, which he created in collaboration with the Italian furniture manufacturer Anonima Castelli in 1967. The Plia chair is celebrated for its sleek and elegant design, as well as its space-saving folding mechanism. This iconic chair has become a classic in the world of modern furniture design.

Throughout his career, Giancarlo Piretti has focused on creating furniture that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and comfortable. His designs often incorporate innovative materials and production techniques to achieve both form and function.

While the Plia chair is perhaps his most well-known creation, Giancarlo Piretti has designed numerous other chairs and furniture pieces over the years, contributing significantly to the world of contemporary furniture design. His work continues to be appreciated and collected by design enthusiasts and is often featured in exhibitions and museums dedicated to modern design.