A ubiquitous name in the world of contemporary architecture and design, Philippe Starck has created everything from hotel interiors and luxury yachts to toothbrushes and teakettles. Yet for every project in his diverse portfolio, Starck has maintained an instantly recognizable signature style: a look that is dynamic, sleek, fluid and witty.
The son of an aircraft engineer, Starck studied interior design at the École Nissim de Camondo in Paris. He started his design career in the 1970s decorating nightclubs in the city, and his reputation for spirited and original interiors earned him a commission in 1983 from French president François Mitterrand to design the private apartments of the Élysée Palace. Starck made his name internationally in 1988 with his design for the interiors of the Royalton Hotel in New York, a strikingly novel environment featuring jewel-toned carpeting and upholstery and furnishings with organically shaped cast-aluminum frames. He followed that up in 1990 with an equally impressive redesign of the Paramount Hotel in Manhattan, a project that featured over-scaled furniture as well as headboards that mimicked Old Masters paintings.
Like their designer, furniture pieces by Starck seem to enjoy attention. Designs such as the wedge-shaped J Series club chair; the sweeping molded-mahogany Costes chair; the provocative Ara table lamp; or the sinuous WW stool never fail to raise eyebrows. Other Starck pieces make winking postmodern references to historical designs. His polycarbonate Louis Ghost armchair puts a new twist on Louis XVI furniture; his Out-In chair offers a futuristic take on the classic English high-back chair. But for all his flair, Starck maintains a populist vision of design. While one of his limited-edition Prince de Fribourg et Treyer armchairs might be priced at $7,000, a plastic Starck chair for the Italian firm Kartell is available for around $250. As you will see on 1stDibs, Philippe Starck’s furniture makes a bold statement — and it can add a welcome bit of humor to even the most traditional decor.
$3,995 / set
H 41 in W 12 in D 8 in
Pair of Pedestals by Philippe Starck for the Clift Hotel, San Francisco, CA.
By Philippe Starck
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of wood and aluminum pedestals designed by Philippe Starck for the Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, San Francisco, CA., circa 2000. Pedestals are a...
Aluminum
Pair of "Miss Balù" Tables by Philippe Starck for Kartell
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Marbella, ES
Miss Balù is a modern interpretation of the quintessential 1800s table with a central support leg. This is a complete collection of tables for various uses. ...
Plastic
Pair of wendy Wright by Philippe Starck
By Disform, Philippe Starck
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paire de chaises dite wendy Wright par Philippe Starck pour Disform
Stainless Steel
$2,441 / set
H 34.06 in W 13.78 in D 18.9 in
Pair of Vintage ‘Sarapis’ Metal Bar Stools by Philippe Starck for Driade, 1986
By Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of gorgeous, patinated vintage industrial bar stools by household name Philippe Starck for Italian manufacturer Driade. Designed in the 1986, the chairs are composed solely of m...
Metal
$6,198
H 40.56 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Philippe Starck Contemporary Outdoor Bar Table with Pair of Matching Bar Stools
Located in Nottingham, GB
A contemporary Philippe Starck TOG bar set comprising two matching bar stools and a coordinating high table, designed with the clean architectural lines and playful minimalism that d...
Plastic
Pair of miss dorn chair by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paire de chaises dites miss dorn par Philippe Starck.
Iron
$3,765 / set
H 27.96 in W 21.26 in D 20.08 in
Pair of Von Vogelsang chairs by Phlippe Starck for Driade in 1985
By Philippe Starck
Located in LAMBLORE, FR
6 Von Vogelsang armchairs by Philippe Starck Driade edition, circa 1985. silver painted metal. first edition non stackable. possibility of being sold in pair. Philippe Starck, a visionary designer known for his eclectic and innovative creations, has left an indelible mark on the world of design. Born in Paris in 1949, Starck's career spans decades and encompasses a wide range of projects, from furniture and product design to architecture and interior design. One of Starck's defining characteristics is his ability to blend functionality with artistic expression. His designs often challenge conventional notions of form and function, pushing boundaries and redefining what is possible. Whether it's a sleek chair made from recycled materials or a futuristic hotel interior, Starck's work is always imbued with a sense of creativity and originality. Throughout his career, Starck has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the design world, including Alessi, Kartell, and Flos. His iconic creations, such as the Louis Ghost chair and the Juicy Salif...
Metal
Sarapis Bar Stools by Phillippe Starck for Driade
By Driade, Philippe Starck
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. France. Price is for the set. Contact us if you'd like to purchase a single item. Metal construction
Metal
$6,471 / set
H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 17.33 in
Philippe Starck Pair Of Miss Dorn Model Armchairs for Disform, c. 1982
By Philippe Starck
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Philippe Starck Miss Dorn model armchairs for Disform 1982. Black metal structure, original black fabric round seat. Dimensions: 70 cm H, 54 c...
Metal
$4,941 / set
H 28.35 in W 20.48 in D 22.45 in
Pair Seconda Postmodern armchairs by Mario Botta for Alias, 1980s, Set of 2
By Alias, Philippe Starck, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi, Mario Botta
Located in Brussels, Brussels
The Seconda Armchair, designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta and crafted by Alias, is a bold icon of postmodern design. Launched in 1982, it showcases Botta’s architectural backgro...
Steel, Sheet Metal
Fairfax End Tables by Orange, Los Angeles
By Edward Wormley
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of end tables with geometric shaped design and pull out / pull-out drawer. Great from all angles. Newly produced by Orange in oak with grey smoke stained finish.
Oak
Fairfax End Tables by Orange Los Angeles
By Edward Wormley
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair end tables with geometric shaped design and pull out drawer. Great from all angles. Newly produced in oak with a cerused finish.
Oak
William Emmerson "Molten" Endtable
By William Emmerson
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
William Emmerson's brilliantly designed "Molten" End Tables. Individually handmade in Los Angeles, 2023. Artisanally crafted from robust steel and rich bronze, each end table featu...
Bronze, Steel
Pair of Pine Stools by Giuseppe Rivadossi
By Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of solid wood stools by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1970s Incredible craftsmanship of slatted pine wood base with unique gently curved seat impressions on top Beautiful origina...
Pine
Angelo Mangiarotti Side Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Angelo Mangiarotti side tables in 2 different sizes Priced individually Both in Carrara marble with original sticker - Skipper for the Eros series Italy, 1970s 2 available (pric...
Carrara Marble
1940s Leather and Iron Table, Unique Form, Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique petite Jacques Adnet Table, France 1940's Black leather top with signature white contrast stitching Four metal curved legs and brass brass ring for the option to be wall mo...
Iron
