Alessi - Philippe Starck - Doorstop - Dédé - Thermoplastic resin with PVD coating, brown metal

Philippe Starck's "Dédé" doorstop for Alessi combines playful design with practicality. Crafted from thermoplastic resin with a PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) coating, and enhanced with brown metal elements, this doorstop is both durable and visually engaging. Starck, a pioneering figure in contemporary design, often infuses everyday objects with humor and elegance, and Dédé is no exception. The use of resilient materials ensures longevity in functioning as a doorstop, while its artistic form transforms a mundane household item into a decorative accent. This piece exemplifies how industrial design can elevate simple, functional objects into collectible design icons.