G. Stoppino & L. Acerbis

G. Stoppino & L. Acerbis

Italian
Designer
Art moderne

Lodovico Acerbis, born in Albino, Italy, in 1939, has been passionate about furniture since his early youth. After studying business and economics, he joined the family business specializing in the design and manufacture of furniture. His meeting in 1977 with the famous Italian designer Giotto Stoppino marked the beginning of a historic collaboration for the company and the design industry. Together, for 15 years, they worked around a common idea: designing furniture that facilitates storage.

This collaboration resulted in iconic pieces such as the Sheraton (1977) and Hilton (1979) sideboards, creations that perfectly embody their shared vision of design. The Sheraton sideboard, in particular, was awarded the prestigious Compasso d'Oro in 1979 and remains today a symbol of contemporary design, integrated into the Remasters collection.

The philosophy of the Acerbis company, characterized by glossy polyester lacquer and the exploration of new technologies, has its roots in this period of collaboration. These characteristics continue to represent a solid and current foundation for the brand. The distinctive glossy and colorful lacquers of Acerbis have evolved into a more contemporary color palette.

In 1983, the Menhir table collection was born, featuring bases inspired by classical Greek aesthetics supporting glass tops. Now part of the Remasters collection, these contemporary low tables are distinguished by their lacquered and molded glass tops in hues inspired by vintage cars. The marble bases add a unique touch of elegance and sophistication to each piece.

That same year, the Med seating collection was introduced, characterized by delicate forms and an experimental approach to materials and craftsmanship. Adorned with brightly or softly colored fabrics and a wooden or lacquered structure, Med is an extremely versatile element of the Remasters collection.

Other creations resulting from this collaboration include the Hilton modular system, the Brooklyn bookcase, and the Quartetto sideboard. These pieces represent the perfect union of functionality and distinctive design, marked by the skillful use of materials and a modern aesthetic.

Although their collaboration has ended, Lodovico Acerbis has continued his research on storage capacity, with several of his creations integrated into the permanent collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago. The collaboration between Giotto Stoppino and Lodovico Acerbis remains a significant milestone in the history of contemporary design, symbolizing creative harmony and technological innovation.

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