Draft:Christopher Duffy (Designer)

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Christopher Duffy is a British product designer and the founder of furniture design company Duffy London.[1] His design work is characterised by playful designs, use of illusion and sustainable materials.[2]

Early life and education

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Christopher Duffy graduated from the University of Brighton with a BA in product design.[3]

Career

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Christopher Duffy founded Duffy London in 2002[4] after gaining attention for his innovative approach to furniture design.

Duffy is also the founder and chief design officer of the sustainable boat company Chorus (formerly known as Hari Pontoon),[5] a climate tech start-up developing novel materials and engineering processes to build low-carbon recreational water vessels.

Notable works

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Some of Duffy's most notable works include:

  • The Swing Table: This piece brings a playful element into dining by incorporating swings as seats around a suspended table.[6]
  • The Abyss Table: A layered glass and wood table that simulates the depths of the ocean.[7]
  • The UP Balloon Coffee Table: A playful table that uses the illusion of gold and silver balloons floating under a glass surface to hold it up.[8]

Impact and recognition

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Christopher Duffy's work has been exhibited internationally and has received various accolades.[which?] The Abyss Table was acquired by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs at The Louvre, Paris to become part of the permanent French National Collection.[9]

Duffy's designs are often featured in design publications and pieces have been exhibited at events including Art Basel, Art Miami, 100% Design, PAD London, and Clerkenwell Design Week.[10] They have been acquired by Sylvester Stallone, Prince, and Miley Cyrus, along with companies including Google, Hudson Yards, and Four Seasons Hotels.[citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ Duffy, Christopher (22 February 2016). "The Success Story Behind Duffy London's Quirky Designs". Ignant (Interview). Interviewed by Jessica Jungbauer.
  2. ^ Duffy, Christopher. "In Conversation with Christopher Duffy". House of Things (Interview). Interviewed by Surbhi Gandh.
  3. ^ Duffy, Christopher (24 December 2021). "Duffy London". Foot Patrol (Interview).
  4. ^ Duffy, Christopher (February 22, 2016). "The Success Story Behind Duffy London's Quirky Designs". IGNANT (Interview). Interviewed by Jessica Jungbauer.
  5. ^ Perry, Francesca (November 6, 2020). "Duffy London designs solar-powered bamboo water taxi". ICON Magazine.
  6. ^ "Swing Bar by Duffy London". Dezeen. October 15, 2013.
  7. ^ "Duffy London's Abyss table resembles ocean chasms". Dezeen. January 18, 2016.
  8. ^ Barba-Court, Kala (March 2, 2016). "This whimsical table by Duffy London is held up by balloons".
  9. ^ Duffy, Christopher (24 October 2022). "Ep.31 Chris Duffy: Designing items that get him excited" (Interview). Designerati – via YouTube.
  10. ^ "Pause - Duffy London". Clerkenwell Design Week 2024.[dead link]
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