When I studied Interior Design, I visited the famous 'Barcelona Pavillion' and it was impressive!..I loved the lines, the marble, water, and sleekness of what appears to have been designed for the rich and famous. Although, it's missing the comforts of soft tactile furnishings, apart from his leather 'Barcelona chairs' to be able to comfortably live there, yet it oozes class.
I try to connect his ethos with that of Dieter Rams and have come to the conclusion that his modernist, simplistic approach does resonate through Dieter's products. Ludwig was a craftsman a stonemason's son, while dieter was also focused on making, trying new materials and experimenting with form.
