Vitra sees designers not simply as contractors but as authors

who shares their ambitions, is at the very heart of the company’s product development process. Collaborations are always a subtle synthesis of artistic freedom, production know-how and industry knowledge. This philosophy has shaped the company’s culture since its early partnerships with seminal designers like Charles & Ray Eames and George Nelson.

The designers defining the Artek spirit

Artek has always stood for innovation, creating new paths at the intersection of design, architecture, and art. The designers who contribute to the Artek collection embody the company’s radical spirit. From Nordic masters to contemporary international designers, these are people whose approach to and understanding of design fit perfectly with Artek. The company’s global mindset, exemplified in collaborations with partners from around the world, is in perfect alignment with the vision laid out by its founders in the Artek Manifest.