Designer
Alfred Homann
Alfred Homann (1948–2022) was a Danish architect and designer. His architecture degree was completed at Denmark's Royal Academy of Fine Arts in 1976, and he established his Copenhagen studio in 1978.
Biography
Background
Alfred Homann (1948–2022) was a Danish architect and designer. His architecture degree was completed at Denmark's Royal Academy of Fine Arts in 1976, and he established his Copenhagen studio in 1978.
Working principles
Carl Hansen & Søn identifies simplicity, clarity and logic as central parameters in Homann's work. His practice covered furniture, lighting and architecture, including projects for museums, railway stations, residences and public buildings.
International practice
In 1987 Homann founded Homann Design Inc. in the United States while continuing his Copenhagen studio. He lectured and presented work in the United States, Japan, Russia and Europe.
Recognition
His international honours crossed architecture and design. Carl Hansen & Søn cites a Brunel Award, Red Dot recognition and an iF Product Design Award.