Qeeboo is a brand founded by Stefano Giovannoni. Giovannoni is currently one of the most valued and sought-after designers, enjoying not only immense fame but also recognition. He has numerous prestigious awards and distinctions to his name, such as Design Plus, Forum Design, the ISH award in 2003, the Good Design Award in 2010, and the New York Interior Design award in 2012. While these accolades are not the sole measure of his work, it can be confidently stated that the awards honor his exceptional taste and unique approach to designing furniture and home accessories.
Everything you need to know about the Qeeboo brand
Giovannoni decided to create a company that would not focus on profit, but on creative freedom, allowing him and other world-renowned artists to express themselves through creating unique products. Giovannoni himself claims that Qeeboo was brought to life to connect thought, vision, and above all, emotions. This combination aims to create an atmosphere where artists and designers collaborating with the brand feel free and comfortable. According to Giovannoni, only then can true masterpieces emerge.
An extraordinary Giraffe in Love decorative lamp in white color
The goal that drives the Qeeboo brand is to create products inspired by people's stories. Unconventional design, resulting from a blend of pop, classic elements, and individual improvisations on a given theme, has made Qeeboo an inspiration for other brands to break free from rigid frameworks.
Who is Stefano Giovannoni?
When talking about the brand Qeeboo, it is worth delving a bit deeper into the figure of its founder. Giovannoni began his career in the world of interior design while still in college. He has always been interested in designing and creating aesthetic structures. Therefore, it was no surprise that he decided to study architecture, choosing Florence as his destination.
Modern Filicudi chair in green color
Giovannoni was good at what he did, which quickly caught the attention of the faculty. This is how he began his journey into academia as a lecturer. His outstanding designs quickly became recognizable, and he also started teaching at other universities (among others at University of the Project of Reggio Emilia and at the University of Genoa).
Throughout his career so far, he has had the opportunity to create not only individual projects bearing his name but also to participate in numerous collaborations with brands such as Simens, Samsung, Fiat, L’oreal, Magis, Nestle, Lavazza, NTT, Pulsar, Artsana. As a versatile designer, in addition to industrial design, he also engages in architecture and interior design.
Impressive Rabbit chair in gold with a Rabbit doorstop in black color
What sets Giovanonni apart from other world-renowned designers is primarily his refined sense of humor, which can easily be seen in almost every product he designs. In addition to the characteristic, playful nature of his designs, there is something more hidden within them - a soul and extraordinary precision that delights every design lover.
Decorative Paris table lamp in black color
The philosophy of the Qeeboo brand
As we mentioned, the main goal of the brand Qeeboo is to create products inspired by the natural needs of people. It is people, their stories, needs, and character that are the greatest inspirations for the brand's founder. Qeeboo emphasizes originality and unconventional shapes. While it may initially seem that the products in their collection focus mainly on a loose and unrestrained form, it is important to clearly emphasize that all the individuals working on the creation of their assortment pay great attention toparticular attention to rigorous care and precision of execution.
Designer Cherry pendant lamp in red color
All modern furniture and accessories from Qeeboo are designed to evoke emotions in their customers and to ensure they surround themselves with uniquely arranged spaces. Qeeboo products differ from classic design through their innovative vision — they serve as a bridge connecting reality and the mysterious world of imagination. Despite their distinctive design, all components of the collections offered by Qeeboo are unconventional, yet their premise is universality — in practice, this means that their products fit beautifully into almost any style. Extravagant constructions often contrast with muted colors, achieving a sense of universality.
Italian roots of the Qeeboo brand
The brand Qeeboo was founded in Milan, where its headquarters still resides today. The location of this place is not accidental, as it is in the very heart of the exceptional district known as Tortona. What is worth knowing about the Tortona district is that during trade fairs, it transforms into an exhibition full of innovative items, trendy accessories, modern furniture, and the latest design trends. The flagship store of the Qeeboo brand is located at Crocefisso 27, but you can also find all the products from this unique brand at Eye on Design.
Fallen Chandelier decorative lamp in black
Designers collaborating with the Qeeboo brand
In addition to the brand's founder Stefano Giovannoni, Qeeboo collaborates with other personalities from the design world, who aim to give spaces a distinctive character through their projects. Elegant finishes, inspirations from the natural environment, and the display of various perspectives on art are just some of the elements you can notice in modern furniture, lighting, and accessories from the brand Qeeboo.
Marcantonio Raimondi Malerba
Marcantonio is an unconventional artist who, through his designs, not only expresses himself but also brings a unique style to the interiors of people around the world. Marcantonio Raimondi Malerba was born in 1976 in Italy, specifically in Massalombarda.He has always felt a strong connection to art, which led him to study at the Academy of Fine Arts in Ravenna. Although initially, his career path was heading towards theatrical acting, Marcantonio quickly discovered a great passion for creating. design projectsAt the same time, he also developed his sculptural skills, creating increasingly complex structures. Currently, his greatest inspiration is nature and its impact on humanity. Together with the brand Qeeboo, he has created many inspiring projects that are hard to overlook.
Job Smeets
Job Smeets is a sculptor and designer who decided to establish Studio Job in 1988, which almost immediately became an incredibly recognizable center of unique design based in the Netherlands. Job Smeets, along with Nynke Tynagel, focuses on blending tradition and modernity, which is evident in almost every project. A hallmark of their designs is the attention to detail and the immense care given to even the smallest elements. Job Smeets loves to experiment with 2D and 3D forms. His extravagant approach to art reveals itself, among other things, through the use of a distinctive style straight out of a cartoon.
Andrea Branzi
Andrea Branzi, like Stefano Giovannoni, graduated in architecture in Florence. However, he quickly moved to Milan to develop his career as a designer. He still lives in Milan, where he creates, teaches, and holds the position of head of the product design department at the Polytechnic. From 1964 to 1974, he was a member of Archizoom Associates and later co-founded Domus Academy, receiving the "Compasso D’Oro" award in 1987 for his overall body of work. He is the author of several books on the history and theory of design.
Richard Hutten
Richard Hutten has certainly earned the title of one of the best designers in Europe. The artist from the Netherlands graduated in 1991 from The Design Academy Eindhoven and founded his own studio. He currently specializes mainly in product design, but his studio also offers comprehensive interior design projects.
Dai Sugasawa
Dai Sugasawa is a designer from Japan who runs his own design and architecture agency. Interestingly, he currently resides in Paris. Dai's projects are known and appreciated worldwide, as evidenced by his numerous collaborations with personalities such as Philippe Starck.
Sample Qeeboo products
Among our wide range, you will find products that have emerged from the creativity of artists working for Qeeboo. We fully understand that an interior should reflect the personality and sense of beauty of those who inhabit it - discover Qeeboo products and invite Italian expressionism into your home.
Giraffe in Love decorative lamp
An unusual design by Marcantonio, which can be an excellent addition to your home. Its intriguing shape and the ability to customize the size to the individual needs of the customer make the Giraffe in Love lamp a perfect fit for almost any interior. The giraffe sculpture is equipped with a designer chandelier in the style of Maria Teresa. Marcantonio enjoys playing with form while referencing natural motifs. In this case, he decided to create a product that would not only be a decoration for the home but also a functional everyday item.
Giraffe in Love standing lamps in white
Turtle Carry bookshelf
The beautiful and unusual bookshelf Turtle Carry captivates with its unconventional form. The sculpture of the charming turtle by Marcantonio can hold not only books but also other items you wish to display. Turtle Carry is a unique collection where the sturdy turtle shell can also serve as a pouf, planter, modern coffee table, or even a bookshelf.
Modern Turtle Carry bookshelf in black
Tom lamp from the Golden Brothers collection
Elegant lamp with golden elements is the perfect complement to a modern or eclectic interior. The collection Golden Brothers, designed by the founder of the Qeeboo brand Stefano Giovannoniis characterized by precision, elegance, and functionality. When lit, soft light reflects off its sculptural silhouette, highlighting the fluidity of its form.
The collection of extraordinary Golden Brothers table lamps
Cherry pendant lamp
The designer ceiling lamp Cherry will give your room a distinctive, fairy-tale style. The lamp will catch the eye of every guest, and its extraordinary design will be the cherry on top of your interior. This remarkable project was created from recycling.
Cherry pendant lamp paired with a green Filicudi chair
Let's Dance round rug
Let's Dance is a designer rug designed by Nynke Tynagel, showcasing the footprints of participants in a wild jam session. A mix of different prints and colors creates an original composition. The rug is designed to blend into the space, adding a magical and surreal character to the surroundings.
The designer Let's Dance rug arranged with the Rabbit chair, Rabbit Tree table, and Primitive shelf
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