General Design Institute of Trix and Robert Haussmann (French edition)

The cooperation of Trix and Robert Haussmann with the Röthlisberger carpenters, which started in 1979, yielded numerous successful experiments in artistic and handcrafted furniture. These exclusive designs are not comparable to normal household furniture from the retail store; which is why they were sold under the name /objects/ in the Haussmanns' mannerismo critico at first, as a limited edition of 15 pieces each. Truncated column, column cabinet, wall dresser and bridge desk – all pieces were manufactured with an olive ash grain and a color coating. 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 relationship between manufacturer and designers were what constituted the special appeal of the finished products.
This publication presents the furniture that was developed in Trix and Robert Hausmann's “Allgemeine Entwurfsanstalt” for the Röthlisberger Collection. With texts by Peter Röthlisberger, Alfred Hablützel, Trix and Robert Haussmann.