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George Nelson
“The most important problem in the field
of design revolves around the question
of value,” maintained George Nelson
in 1961.
The fact that this highly topical
matter still remains undecided 50
years on demonstrates the far-sightedness
of this designer, author, professor,
curator and skilled photographer
who on May 29 would have celebrated
his hundredth birthday. Nelson (1908-
1986) was one of the most influential
figures in American design in the second
half of the 20th century (many see
him as the inventor of American design)
and many of his designs (such as the
Marshmallow sofa, the Ball clock and
Bubble lamp) are now timeless icons. An
extensive exhibition (from September
13 until spring 2009) organised by the
Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein
celebrates his work and thinking. Elena Sommariva
