Franco Albini on Classicdesign.it

Welcome to the collection dedicated to Franco Albini, one of the most influential Italian architects and designers of the 20th century. His eclectic and rigorous career has left an indelible mark on the fields of architecture, urban planning, and product design. Born in Robbiate in 1905, Albini significantly contributed to the Italian Rationalist Architecture Movement, emerging as a pillar of the Milanese School.

His work spans a wide range of projects, from designing social housing for Milan's suburbs in the 1930s to iconic furniture pieces such as the Fiorenza armchair and the Veliero bookcase. His methodical and rigorous approach to design is reflected in the characteristic grids, nodes, and suggestive transparencies that define his spaces.

Throughout his long career, Franco Albini collaborated with eminent figures in architecture, including Gio Ponti, Mies van der Rohe, and Le Corbusier. His creativity also extended to lighting design, with lamps created for Nemo that still shine with elegance and innovation today.

Among the accolades received, Albini can boast of three Compasso d'Oro awards (1955, 1958, 1964) and the "Royal Designer for Industry" award bestowed by the Royal Society of London in 1971. His artistic legacy continues to thrive through reeditions of his masterpieces by prestigious brands such as Cassina, Arflex, and Nemo.

Explore our exclusive selection of furniture designed by Franco Albini and immerse yourself in the modern and functional aesthetic that defined an era in Italian design.