Collection: Konstantin Grcic
Konstantin Grcic (born 1965) is a highly acclaimed German industrial designer known for his rigorous, logical, and often minimalist approach to design.
Grcic's journey into design began with a practical foundation: he trained as a cabinetmaker before studying industrial design at the Royal College of Art in London. This blend of hands-on craftsmanship and academic rigor profoundly shaped his design philosophy. He also apprenticed with Jasper Morrison, another influential figure in minimalist design. In 1991, Grcic established his own studio, Konstantin Grcic Industrial Design (KGID), in Munich (now based in Berlin).
His work is characterized by a deep investigation into materials, production processes, and technology, often resulting in innovative and sometimes unexpectedly angular or deconstructed forms. While his aesthetic is frequently described as "pared down" or "spartan," Grcic prefers the term "simplicity," emphasizing functionality and a respect for how objects are made and used. He believes design carries a significant responsibility, extending from an object's creation to its entire lifecycle.
Grcic has collaborated with a who's who of leading international brands across various sectors, including furniture (Vitra, Magis, Plank, Mattiazzi, ClassiCon), lighting (Flos), and everyday products (Muji, Nespresso). Some of his most celebrated and iconic designs include the Mayday lamp (Flos, 1999), the groundbreaking Chair_One (Magis, 2004), and the Myto Chair (Plank, 2008).
His work has received numerous prestigious awards, including multiple Compasso d'Oro prizes, and is featured in the permanent collections of major design museums worldwide, such as MoMA in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Grcic continues to be a prominent voice in contemporary design, constantly pushing boundaries while adhering to his core principles of logical thought and material honesty.