Andrea Branzi

Andrea Branzi was a renowned Italian architect and designer, born in 1938, known for his influential work that bridged the gap between industrial design and the concept of 'second nature,' a term he used to describe the domestication of nature in design. He was awarded the prestigious Compasso d'Oro at the age of 49 for his contributions to design theory and practice. Branzi's recent exhibition, 'Le règne des vivants,' held at the Musée des impressionnismes in Giverny, was a vibrant exploration of his ideas, showcasing his passion for the relationship between design and nature, though he sadly passed away on October 9, 2023, before the exhibition could fully come to fruition.