Lee West born in 1976, is an independent English Designer based in Paris, he studied product design at Ravensbourne college of design & communication London, and graduated in 1999.

From 2000 to 2005 he collaborated with leading Parisian design agencies working in the areas of luxury goods, cosmetics & electronics. Since 1999 he continues to develop objects furniture and lighting with international clients.


BIOGRAPHY

  • 2007  ‘The International Design Yearbook 2007 ’Stool ‘Glaçon’ selected by Particia Urquiola P72 Laurence King
  • 2006  Designer / Tableware for Luminarc and Studio Nova Arc International Paris
  • 2005  Personal exhibition / British Embassy Paris / Lighting installation of 'Bud' et ‘Supernova’
  • 2004  Independent Designer for Paco Rabanne perfumes, Seiko France, Hermes perfumes and R-pure agency
  • 2001  'Toggle' lamp, first manufactured product, Ligne Roset France
  • 1999  Designer / Fitch design agency London
  • 1999  Winner of 'Times new designers’ award', New Designers London
  • 1999  Product Design Degree BA hons Ravensbourne College of Design & Communication London

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

'Good products are sustainable by nature. They age well, develop soul and increase in personal value over time. Ultimately good design is bought to be used & compliment the art of living.'

PRESS

"Lee West is a young English designer who has been working in Paris since 2000. He's quickly made a name for himself "Create(ing) useful objects with maximum material quality" for Ligne Roset, Cinna, Arc international, Paco Rabanne perfumes and Seiko. We like his sensibility for organic forms and mirrored surfaces."
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