Philippe Starck
French architect and industrial designer (born 1949)
1949 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
French architect and industrial designer (born 1949)
Born
January 18, 1949
Age
~77 years
Name Origin
French
Timeline
businessperson, designer, industrial designer
FranceBorn in Paris
1949
Born in Paris (1949-01-18)
1998
AwardCommandeur des Arts et des Lettres
2000
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
2001
AwardCompasso d'Oro
2004
AwardLucky Strike Designer Award
2005
AwardRed Dot
Present
About
Philippe Starck is a French industrial architect and designer known for his wide range of designs, including interior design, architecture, household objects, furniture, boats and other vehicles. His most popular pieces were made in the 1980s and the 1990s. He is considered one of the pioneers of democratic design, aiming to offer the best possible service while using the minimum of materials, in order to improve the life of the user.
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Who is Philippe Starck?+
Philippe Starck is a French industrial architect and designer known for his wide range of designs, including interior design, architecture, household objects, furniture, boats and other vehicles. His most popular pieces were made in the 1980s and the 1990s. He is considered one of the pioneers of de
What does the name Philippe mean?+
The name Philippe means "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is of French origin.
When was Philippe Starck born?+
Philippe Starck was born on January 18, 1949.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre
The name Philippe is of French origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is traditionally a male name.
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Philippe — January 18, 1949
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
You made me see color differently. Literally.
— a painter
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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