Alfredo Häberli is an internationally renowned designer known for his innovative and playful approach to design. Born in Argentina and based in Switzerland, Häberli combines traditional forms with modern materials and techniques to create unique furniture and interior objects. His work is characterized by a strong sense of function and aesthetics, always with attention to detail and user-friendliness.

Alfredo Häberli 1964

Alfredo Häberli was born in 1964 in Buenos Aires and moved to Switzerland in 1977 as a teenager, where he studied industrial design in Zurich. His design philosophy revolves around creating products that merge tradition with innovation, joy, and energy – drawing inspiration from his early childhood in Argentina.

Since founding his own design studio, Häberli has worked with several leading brands such as Vitra, Georg Jensen, and Iittala. His designs have been exhibited in numerous international exhibitions, and he has received several prestigious awards for his ability to combine artistic freedom with industrial thinking.

Functional elegance

Häberli's designs are characterized by a blend of function and elegance, where he often explores new ways to use traditional materials. Through his playful design, he creates furniture that is not only practical but also adds a sense of joy and surprise to everyday life. Among his most famous works is the iconic Take a Line for a Walk armchair for Moroso, showcasing his ability to push the boundaries between art and functionality. For Georg Jensen and Iittala, he has designed a range of serving products that successfully reflect the essence of Scandinavian design.

One of his most successful collaborations is the Essence series developed with Iittala. The glasses are minimalistic in design and have been internationally praised for their balance between function and aesthetics.