1957: Paulistano Office Chair

© Paulo Mendes da Rocha

Paulistano office chair designed by Paulo Mendes da Rocha, 2006 Pritzker Architecture Prize Laureate.

Architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha used modern industrial materials to create furniture that was functional and comfortable. He developed three versions of his popular Paulistano design: a stationary chair, an office chair (shown here), and a chaise lounge.

^{~Pritzker Prize Committee}