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Designer
Simon Pengelly
Simon Pengelly trained at Rycotewood College and Kingston Polytechnic, graduating in 1985 and 1988. He worked at Conran Design Group and Habitat before establishing his London studio in 1993.
Biography
Background
Simon Pengelly trained at Rycotewood College and Kingston Polytechnic, graduating in 1985 and 1988. He worked at Conran Design Group and Habitat before establishing his London studio in 1993.
Signature Style
Arper characterizes Pengelly's practice as pragmatic and attentive to function, suitable materials and production processes. His own site emphasizes making, beginning with cabinetmaking in his father's workshop.
Notable Works
- Babar for Arper, 2007
- Nuur for Arper, 2009
- Theo for Chorus, 2011
- Innerlight for Foscarini, 2012
- Virgin Atlantic Upper Class suite, completed 2012
- ATOM for Boss Design, 2018
- Uku for Allermuir, 2024
Legacy
Pengelly's career joins workshop knowledge to industrial collaboration. His official chronology follows projects across furniture, lighting, products, transport and interiors while retaining a focus on restrained engineering.
