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  • The piece

    An iconic corkscrew that playfully transforms a functional tool into an anthropomorphic figure. Inspired by designer Anna Gili, its joyful design has made it one of Alessi’s most beloved and recognizable pieces.

  • The designer

    Key architect and designer of Italian Radical Design. Mendini introduced the concept of "redesign," taking classic objects and transforming them with kitsch irony and pointillist colors (like the Proust Armchair). His approach was more philosophical and literary than technical. He is relevant because he liberated design from the tyranny of pure function, allowing objects to tell stories and express personality. His work represents the intellectual transition of the 70s and 80s in Italy, perfect for spaces seeking pieces with strong cultural and artistic weight.
  • The brand

    Alessi is known as the "Dream Factory" of Italian design. Founded in 1921, it transformed the kitchenware and home accessories sector by inviting architects to work with metal. Under Alberto Alessi's vision, pieces like the Juicy Salif juicer by Philippe Starck or the kettle by Michael Graves ceased to be mere utensils and became icons of postmodernism. Alessi represents the perfect fusion of industrial production and art. Buying an original Alessi means bringing a museum piece to your table, crafted in high-quality stainless steel, combining irony, functionality, and timeless aesthetics.

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Santi Pelayo

Santi Pelayo

Head of AOC Design

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