George J. Sowden

George J. Sowden

George J. Sowden was born in 1942 in Leeds, United Kingdom. As a consultant for Olivetti, he met Ettore Sottsass in Italy and together they founded the Memphis design movement.

During the same period, he established his own studio, Sowden Design. A highly experienced designer, his work ranges from enhancing mass-market electronic products to crafting limited-edition artisanal pieces, including ceramics, glassware, textiles, and carpets.

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The first project created by Sowden for Bitossi dates back to 1981 and the Memphis Group. In 2004, the designer introduced a new collection of four vases, each composed of multiple elements, available in either a multicolored decorated version or a monochromatic matte white finish.

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