Carlo Ratti
Carlo Ratti (1889–1961) was an Italian designer and entrepreneur known for his innovations in bentwood craftsmanship.
As the founder of Industria Legni Curvati in Lissone, he developed advanced wood bending techniques, such as the Telo system, enabling the creation of elegant and functional furniture designs.
Throughout his career, he collaborated with prominent Italian architects and designers, contributing to the development of industrial design in the post-war period.
In 1954, a project he realized won the prestigious Compasso d’Oro award. After his death, his company was continued by his family, maintaining its legacy of innovation in bentwood furniture.
