
Lightness
Ilkka Suppanen
Gustaf Kjellin(Author)
Ilkka Suppanen(Co-Author)
Lars Müller Publishers
1st Edition
Published in April 2026
Book
Hardback
230 pages
978-3-03778-779-3 (ISBN)
Description
This book is a study of the element of lightness, a theme which is reflected throughout the work of Finnish designer Ilkka Suppanen. The content will go beyond simply exploring Suppanen's designs, and dive deep into the theme of lightness itself, offering a comprehensive and profound perspective. The exploration of lightness will be presented in various contexts, evidencing its influence in numerous aspects, such as in material and architectural choices, philosophical considerations, and aesthetic behaviours. The book will be divided into nine distinct topics, each one written in collaboration with a contributor with a unique knowledge, thus offering a range of fascinating perspectives. Each topic functions as a self-contained story, providing an opportunity for individual absorption and understanding. Additionally, the book serves as a visual essay by Suppanen, showcasing the poetry of lightness as it is manifested in different cultures, contexts, and scales globally.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Zürich
Germany
Illustrations
60
Dimensions
Height: 251 mm
Width: 197 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
645 gr
ISBN-13
978-3-03778-779-3 (9783037787793)
Schweitzer Classification