Before the 20th century, furniture designers used only handicraft art. However, in the 20th century, the whole scenario is changed due to the emergence of new and innovative techniques. It has become a commercial industry and furniture designers at present use new materials. The panache and elegance of the designs crafted by furniture designers are globally recognized. The 20th century furniture designers create innovative designs with the new age technology. This period of the 20th century furniture designers is known as the classic furniture, modern furniture or contemporary furniture.
Prominent Furniture Designers:
Charles Rennie. Mackintosh
Charles was a Scottish architect and furniture designer born in the year 1868. He was a representative of the Glasgow school and one of the founders of Art Nouveau. The geometric shapes inspired him and his designs were a reflection of geometric shapes of straight lines with long simple curves in a rectangular framework and unornamented facade. His most commended furniture was for Glasgow tearoom and other numerous private palaces. His work depicted the decorative floral themes. In 1923, he started painting, leaving his career of architect. Charles passed away in the year 1928 in London.