Visionary Designer Gaetano Pesce Passes Away at 84

Gaetano Pesce, a trailblazer in the design world known for his radical and innovative creations, leaves behind a legacy of groundbreaking work.

Italian designer and architect Gaetano Pesce, celebrated as a pioneer of the Radical Design movement, has passed away at age 84 in New York.
Pesce was renowned for his innovative and provocative designs, including the iconic Up5 chair, which combined craftsmanship with social commentary.
Throughout his six-decade career, Pesce blurred the boundaries between art, design, and architecture, continuously pushing the limits of materiality and form.
His recent collaborations included a project with Bottega Veneta and an upcoming exhibition at Biblioteca Ambrosiana, showcasing his commitment to innovation until the end.
Tributes from industry figures and collaborators highlight Pesce's significant impact on the creative world, describing him as a mentor, friend, and an irreplaceable force in design.