Allgemeine Entwurfsanstalt with Trix and Robert Haussmann: Furniture for Roethilsberger Kollektion

Description

The cooperation of Trix and Robert Haussmann with the Roethlisberger carpenters, which started in 1979, yielded numerous successful experiments in artistic and handcrafted furniture. Not comparable to furniture from the retail store, these exclusive designs were sold as a limited edition of 15 pieces each. For the first time, a publication presents the full scope of furniture that was developed in Trix and Robert Haussmann's "Allgemeine Entwurfsanstalt" for the Roethlisberger Kollektion. The design objects were highly sophisticated in the planning of each detail as well as their realization and required a high level of innovation, new techniques and technical expertise. The close collaboration and good relation between manufacturer and designers were what constituted the special appeal of the finished products.

Robert Haussmann studied in Zurich and Amsterdam. After several years of practical experience in the building industry, he has since 1956 been self-employed. From 1972 to 1978 Robert Haussmann taught interior decoration and product design at the University of the Arts in Zurich. From 1979 to 1981 he was guest lecturer for architectural design at ETH in Zurich and from 1986 to 1998 Professor for architectural design at the Stuttgart State Academy of Art and Design. Trix Haussmann-Hogl studied at ETH in Zurich. After her degree in architecture, she finished her postgraduate studies at the Eidgenossische Institut fur Orts-, Regional- und Landesplanung ORL in Zurich. Trix Haussmann was a lecturer at ETH in Zurich from 1997 to 2002.