Designers and design companies
Below are a variety of designers who have become known for a particular style or approach to design:
Designers
Matthew Williamson, Textile Designer
Matthew Williamson is a British fashion and interior designer recognised by his bold and colourful designs. He founded his fashion house in 1997. He is known for using romantic patterns, inspired by travel, reflecting nature in a colourful way.
James Dyson, Design Engineer
Sir James Dyson reinvented the vacuum cleaner to no longer need a bag. He famously prototyped thousands of designs before refining his cyclone-suction, bag-free design. His designs keep the engineering visible to the user through a combination of transparent and bright-coloured plastic.
Philippe Starck, Product and Architectural Designer
Philippe Starck is a French designer most commonly known for his product and architectural designs. He has worked in collaborations with a range of companies and designers. He is famously known for his Juicy Salif lemon squeezer. His designs are often environmentally aware and influenced by fashion and novelty, making quality products affordable.
Design companies
Apple
Steve Jobs founded Apple in 1976. Jony Ive led the design team at Apple who focussed on simplicity in design to create the iPod and iPhone. Apple’s concentration on intuitive design combined with sleek edges has become instantly recognisable.
Airbus
Airbus is a European corporation and a market leader in the aerospace industry. The company designs, manufactures and sells aerospace products internationally.
