The Anatomy of a Design Company

Vitra has made a defining contribution to the development of contemporary design and architecture. With a visionary spirit and a history of remarkable collaborations – such as with Ray and Charles Eames, Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid and Verner Panton – Vitra has helped shape the way people live and work today.

Written by Deyan Sudjic, who was granted exclusive access to the company archives, 'The Anatomy of a Design Company' includes six illustrated essays by Karen Stein, each exploring a different facet of Vitra. The book is complemented by a photographic essay by architectural photographer Iwan Baan.

Learn more about the story of a small Swiss shopfitting business that evolved into a design company of international renown.