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ZIMMERLI DESIGN
since 1985
WHEREStudios
We are located in Warth, a small town in the beauti-ful Canton of Thurgau. The lovely nature surround-ing us is a daily inspiration.
Our second studio is in the city of Zurich. It is locat-ed in the up-and-coming western part of town, and work space is shared with other designers, graphic artists, journalists, and web developers. This excit-ing environment inspires us and creates synergies.
WHOFather & Son
Kurt Zimmerli has been working successfully as an industrial designer for over thirty years. He has designed and engineered a wide range of products: household products, furniture, medical devices, electronic devices, machinery, and sports goods. Twenty-five years ago, he established his own design studio. Many of his designs have become classics and he has received awards all around the world.
His son Fabian Zimmerli studied design in Zurich and Vancouver. He is fascinated by the relation-ship of function and form. Besides working on his designs on the computer, he loves to fiddle around with prototypes in the company’s own workshop. His fresh ideas and insights are a valuable addition to his father‘s long-standing experience.
Our main area of activity is the design of consumer goods, especially household appliances. Kurt Zimmerli has been working on electrical and household appliances since 1971, when he was employed at SIGG. Since then, we have developed products for many well-known companies such as SIGG, Stadler Form, Solis, Betty Bossi, Zyliss, Diversey, Karl Storz, Griesser, and Stöckli.
The large diversity and range of products in the field of consumer goods is a constant fascination and inspira-tion for us. Whatever your goals, we are able to draw from our extensive experience, and are happy and well prepared to explore new ground.
WHATExpertise
In the past three decades, we have designed an array of different products for many customers. In doing so, we have acquired a wide range of skills:
Product Design such as household appliances, sporting goods, luxury items, and accessories.Medical Design such as medical devices and laboratory equipment.Industrial Design such as machinery, measuring instruments, and remote control systems.Furniture Design such as occasional furniture, chairs, shelves, and lighting.Graphic Design such as packaging, logos, and web pages.Design Consulting such as strategy, trends, and future developments.
1983 International design award “Design plus” in Frankfurt1983 Museum of Design in Munich “Neue Sammlung”, inclusion into the permanent collection
AWARDSPressure Cooker
Pressure Cooker, SIGG AG, 1980 This SIGG pressure cooker is still in use in many Swiss households today, speaking for its enduring design and practicality.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1991 “Swiss Design Award” - Acknowledgement1991 Design of the year - Award from the Japanese magazine “Popeye”1992 Gold Award “The Best of Design” from the International Design Magazine ID1992 Cooper-Hewitt Museum in New York, inclusion in the exhibition1992 The exhibition “Out of the Ordinary” shows the SIGG bottle in Miami, USA1993 Museum of Design in Zurich, inclusion into the permanent collection1993 Museum of Modern Art in New York (MoMA), inclusion into the permanent collection2003 Displayed in “Criss&Cross”, an exhibition travelling around the world on the subject of Swiss Design. First shown in Sao Paulo as the Swiss contribution to the 5. Architecture Biennale.
AWARDSAluminum Bottle
SIGG Bottle / Bike Bottle, SIGG AG, 1988 & 1992 The original. With this aluminum beverage bottle, SIGG has conquered the world. Since 1993, the bicycle bottle has been part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York (MoMA). The SIGG bottle is – over twenty years after its introduction – still a success and sold world-wide.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1993 “Swiss Design Award” - Acknowledgement2003 Displayed in “Criss&Cross”, an exhibition travelling around the world on the subject of Swiss Design. First shown in Sao Paulo as the Swiss contribution to the 5. Architecture Biennale.
AWARDSFuel Burner
Fuel Burner Fire Jet, SIGG AG, 1991 The Fire Jet was the first outdoor cooker with wings swiveling to the side to support the pans. This makes it very compact and easy to clean.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1992 International design award “Design plus” in Frankfurt
AWARDSRechaud
Candle Rechaud Artavola, SIGG AG, 1992 Artavola is a stainless steel rechaud with minimalistic, elegant design. A slotted sheet metal holds the candle drawer.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1993 International design award “Red Dot” from the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen
AWARDSBike Bottle Holder
Bike Bottle Holder Snap & Lock, SIGG AG, 1993 The Snap & Lock holder was designed specifically for the SIGG bottle. The bottle is simply pressed into the holder and snaps into place. The head of the holder protects the drinking cap from dirt while cycling.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1993 “Swiss Design Award” - Acknowledgement1993 Museum of Design in Zurich, inclusion into the permanent collection2003 Displayed in “Criss&Cross”, an exhibition travelling around the world on the subject of Swiss Design. First shown in Sao Paulo as the Swiss contribution to the 5. Architecture Biennale.
AWARDSCookware
Outdoor Cookware, SIGG AG, 1992 Outdoor kitchenware made of sandwich material. The inner stainless steel layer is very durable and food-friendly. The exterior aluminum layer conducts the heat efficiently. The gripper can be affixed to the pot.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1997 “Swiss Design Award” - Acknowledgement2003 Displayed in “Criss&Cross”, an exhibition travelling around the world on the subject of Swiss Design. First shown in Sao Paulo as the Swiss contribution to the 5. Architecture Biennale.
AWARDSCake Form
Heart Cake Form, Betty Bossi, 1996 The cake pan is a folded spring steel band. Once unfolded, it turns into the shape of a heart of adjustable size.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
1999 International design award “Design plus” in Frankfurt2003 Displayed in “Criss&Cross”, an exhibition travelling around the world on the subject of Swiss Design. First shown in Sao Paulo as the Swiss contribution to the 5. Architecture Biennale.
AWARDSRaclette Grill
Raclette Cheeseboard Grill, Spring AG / A. & J. Stöckli AG, 1998 The first raclette grill device with pans arranged in a row. Thanks to the slim design, the Cheeseboard can fit on every table. It is also available in a short and long version, for two or six people.
Design: Kurt Zimmerli
2012 Award “Observeur du design 13” in Paris, exhibition at the Cité des sciences et de l‘industrie2013 International Housewares Design Awards in Chicago: honored as best in category “Home Envi- ronment Appliances”. In addition, Jasmine won the bronze metal in the “Best of Best” competition out of 12 category winners.
AWARDSAroma Diffuser
Aroma Diffuser Jasmine, Stadler Form AG, 2011 A subtle fragrance from a discreet appearance – that’s Jasmine. Shaped like a simple bowl, she gently releases your favorite fragrance, constantly or at 20-minute intervals throughout the day.
Design: Fabian Zimmerli
CEO Martin Stadler with the awards at the household fair in Chicago.
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