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Luigi Caccia Dominioni


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Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Luigi Caccia Dominioni was an Italian architect, artist, and designer who was born in Milan in 1913 and passed away in 2016. He was a prominent figure in the Italian design scene during the mid-twentieth century and was known for his modernist approach to architecture and furniture design. Caccia Dominioni studied architecture at the Politecnico di Milano and worked for several years in the studio of Gio Ponti, one of the most influential Italian architects and designers of the time. Caccia Dominioni's architectural style was characterized by a minimalist aesthetic and a focus on functionality. He was particularly interested in the use of light and space in his designs, and his buildings often featured large windows and open floor plans. Some of his most notable architectural works include the San Carlo Borromeo church in Milan, the Torre Velasca skyscraper in Milan, and the Casa La Ricarda in Barcelona. In addition to his work as an architect, Caccia Dominioni was also a prolific designer. He established the furniture company Azucena in 1947, which quickly became known for its high-quality modernist furniture designs. Caccia Dominioni's furniture designs were characterized by their clean lines and minimalist aesthetic, and he often used materials like wood and metal to create pieces that were both functional and beautiful. Some of his most famous furniture designs include the Octo lamp, the Spiffero floor lamp, and the Tulipano chair. Overall, Luigi Caccia Dominioni was a highly influential figure in the Italian design scene during the mid-twentieth century. His work as an architect and designer helped to shape the modernist aesthetic that became synonymous with Italian design during this time period.

Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Italian architect, modernist, minimalist, Azucena, furniture design, San Carlo Borromeo, Torre Velasca, Casa La Ricarda, Octo lamp, Spiffero floor lamp, Tulipano chair

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Luigi Caccia Dominioni was an Italian artist born in Milan in 1897. He is well known for his eclectic body of work that spanned across painting, sculpture, photography, and furniture design. He established the studio and furniture factory, ‘Azucena’, in 1946 and enforced a high-quality standard for the production of modern furniture. His work is characterized for its modernist aesthetics and a distinctive approach to craftsmanship. Some of his important works include ‘Octo’, a series of wooden lamps from the 1950s; ‘Spiffero’, a floor lamp from the 1950s; ‘Ritmo’, a modular seating from the late 1950s; and the ‘Tulipano’ chair from the 1960s. Luigi Caccia Dominioni is considered to be one of the most influential Italian artists of the twentieth century.

Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Italian artist, modernist, Milan, Azucena, Octo, Spiffero, Ritmo, Tulipano

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