Marc Newson | Designer People

Designer People showcases the world's leading artists in architectural design, communication design, industrial design, interior design, and fashion. Each episode focuses on on the creative insight of an acclaimed designer whose work shapes our lives and our surroundings.
In this excerpt from episode 15, host and designer Amy Devers sheds some light on the works and style of Australian born designer Marc Newson. He earned his name by designing furniture, but Newson has proven himself to be multifaceted. One of his first creations is also considered one of his most famous; the Lockheed Lounge. This lounge chair can only be described as a cushiony, silver, amorphous wonder that looks like an expanded drop of mercury on legs. Newson has also designed the 021C concept car for Ford, a series of cookware for Tefal, the Zvezdochka sneaker for Nike, The Scope luggage collection for Samsonite, and the uniforms worn by the Australian Olympic team at the 2004 games in Atlanta. With a list of accomplishments that reads like a tome at the tender age of 46, it is clear that Marc Newson will continue to be prolific and unpredictable for many years to come.