Why Design Visionary Ralph Pucci Is Ahead of the Curve
The third-generation family business celebrates legends of design as well as pioneering work of emerging talent
Regarded as one of the best galleries in the world, RALPH PUCCI is a premiere furniture, lighting, and art gallery headquartered in New York City, with outposts in Miami and Los Angeles. Each outpost offers an immersive experience; there is an intrinsic relationship between the furniture on the floors, the art on the walls, the exhibitions and the music that fills the space. Ralph collaborates with the today’s leading artists and designers, and he is particularly drawn to pieces that highlight “the hand of the artist.” RALPH PUCCI also proudly manufactures in New York City exclusive collections in its own proprietary Plasterglass material.
Furniture, Lighting, Fine Art from RALPH PUCCI International
Stefan BishopnStefan Bishopu2019s exhibition on theu00a0(factory)floor in Manhattan encompasses 11 monumental pieces in wood that blur the line between art and design.
Patrick NaggarnPatrick Naggaru2019s exhibition offers a new direction for design with a body of work that functions as both furniture and sculpture.
John KoganArtist John Koga is shown in theu00a0RALPH PUCCI (sculpture studio). Koga worked with his hands to develop the shape gradually in plaster before the pieces were created inu00a0PUCCIu2019s proprietary Plasterglass material.
RALPH PUCCI (miami)nThe mix of furniture, lighting, and fine art spanning continents, cultures, and styles is intrinsic to the Pucci universe. u2063Pictured is work by Hervu00e9 Van der Straeten, John Koga, and Marjorie Salvaterra.
Stefan BishopnEmerging talent Lulu Salvaterra performs a ballet in the midst of Stefan Bishopu2019s inaugural exhibition atu00a0RALPH PUCCIu2019s Los Angeles outpost.
John KoganThe Pau Hana Chair and the Mahalo Chair by John Koga. The first seating collection by the Honolulu-based sculptor is distinctive for its balance between surrealism and serenity.
Pierre PaulinnThe iconic Dune Sofa was created in 1970 and consists of complementary modules that allow for endless configurations and creativity. u2063u2063u2063Pictured atu00a0RALPH PUCCI (new york)alongside sculptures by John Koga.
India MahdavinIndia Mahdaviu2019s exhibition atu00a0RALPH PUCCI (miami). Renowned for her use of vibrant hues and her endless imagination, Mahdaviu2019s designs capture her personality: modern, elegant, and out of the ordinary.
Elizabeth GaroustenElizabeth Garousteu2019s Surrealist dreamscape is brought to life with an abstract performance orchestrated by the Alice Farley Dance Theater.
Nina SeirafinInterior and furniture designer Nina Seirafi offers a sophisticated collection steeped in meticulous proportion, discipline, and clean lines. Pictured atu00a0RALPH PUCCI (los angeles).
Abigail Ozora SimpsonnAbigail Ozora Simpsonu2019s monumental pieces are formed from coarse clay and retain a raw sensibility, yet Simpsonu2019s touch transforms them into striking and elegant sculptures.
Richard Meier LightnA light installation by Richard Meier Light atu00a0RALPH PUCCI (losu00a0angeles)u00a0highlights the power of refinement. The clean, geometric lines allow the dynamics of light to create a dialogue with the surrounding space.
Paul Mathieu nPaul Mathieu in theu00a0RALPH PUCCI (sculpture studio)u00a0with his award-winning Deeu00a0Coffeeu00a0Table. The Plasterglass collections are first hand sculpted in plaster before the finished pieces are created inu00a0PUCCIu2019s proprietary material.
RALPH PUCCI (los angeles)nHervu00e9 Van der Straeten and Elizabeth Garouste take center stage atu00a0RALPH PUCCI (los angeles). Formerly a 1920s dance studio, Pucciu2019s light-filled LA outpost honors the history of the space while highlighting forward-thinking talent.
Patrick NaggarnArtist, architect, and designer Patrick Naggar is perennially influenced by the convergence of disparate ideas. His pursuit to unite myth with science and ancient culture with modern ideas results in metaphorical, poetic designs.
Hervu00e9 Van der StraetennHervu00e9 Van der Straetenu2019s creations are instantly recognizable for his skillful combination of contrasting materials, bold variations of form, and artful attention to detail.
Ralph Pucci (Miami)nFor over 30 years Ralph has utilized walls as a forum for art. Murals capture the mixed-media art environment of the galleries. Pictured isu00a0Emotional Puzzleu00a0by Jean-Charles de Castelbajac foru00a0RALPH PUCCI (miami).
Paul MathieunTrained as a fine artist, Paul Mathieu gravitates towards concepts rather than industrial objectives when designing his celebrated furniture and lighting collections. The result is a body of work defined by its timeless, sculptural beauty.
John WigmorenJohn Wigmoreu2019s collection of ceramic lighting is inspired by the clarity and restraint of Mexican architect Luis Barragu00e1nu2019s designs while paying homage to the time-honored traditions of Japanese ceramics.
Ralph Pucci (outdoor)nPatrick Naggar was the first designer to collaborate inu00a0PUCCI’s proprietary Plasterglass material when he developed his first (outdoor) collection. The sculptural, multipliable shapes are stunning for inside and durable for outside.