A DESIGN VISIONARY

“Dwellings should be designed not only to satisfy material specifications; they should also create conditions that foster harmonious balance and spiritual freedom in people’s lives.” – Charlotte Perriand.

French architect and designer Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999) is one of the giants of 20th-century modernist and humanist design, a trailblazer in innovation, and an avant-garde visionary whose work remains contemporary.

A free spirit and fiercely independent woman, a sportswoman, traveller, and a pioneering futurist designer who championed good design for all, she created functional living spaces through her strong belief