International Speaker: Giovanna Castiglioni

12 August ‘10

Sydney Design Festival
Sydney Australia

Daughter of renowned and influential architect, designer, inventor and dreamer Achille Castiglioni, Giovanna Castiglioni will participate in an intimate talk titled ‘Inside Studio Museum Achille Castiglioni.’

Achille was one of the leading industrial designers of the 20th century, and his furniture and lighting still remains in the design canon.  He worked with his brothers as well, and most of his designs are still in production, testifying to their functionality and beauty.

The talk will feature several of Castiglioni’s designs on display as well as include a digital media presentation that will include content from the Castiglioni archives.

For more information please visit www.sydneydesign.com.au

Achille Castiglioni in his studio, under an "Arco" lamp, sitting on "Sanluca" chair, next to a "Rochcetto" table.

Giovanna Castiglioni

Giovanna Castiglioni in her father's studio

Achille Castiglioni