25 Years of Public Design:
Antonio Larosa's Transformation of American Public Spaces Through Furniture Design.
25 Years of Public Design:
Antonio Larosa's Transformation of American Public Spaces Through Furniture Design.
All the furniture featured on this site is designed by US-based, Italian-American designer Antonio Larosa.
Antonio Larosa, Assoc. AIA, is an internationally respected designer, consultant, educator, and a recognize authority in public space furniture design.
For over 25 years, the furniture designed by Antonio Larosa has played a transformative role in shaping public spaces throughout the United States. Larosa's visionary approach to design redefined how these spaces are conceived, setting a new standard embraced by the architectural and construction industries across North America.
His creations have been installed in nearly every state, becoming integral to a wide variety of environments — from top college campuses and universities to the high-end bustling malls, vibrant city streets and plazas, prestigious stadiums, distinguished hotels, airports, and more. Whether indoors or outdoors, Larosa’s furniture brings a refined balance of functionality, durability, and aesthetic appeal that elevates public environments.
What sets Antonio Larosa’s work apart is not just its visual and structural excellence, but its lasting influence. His designs have become a trusted choice for top architectural specifiers, contributing to the identity and usability of public spaces across the country. Today, Larosa’s furniture continues to be a staple in the American landscape, enhancing the way people experience and interact with shared spaces.
Born and raised in Italy, Antonio Larosa studied architecture (M.Arch.) and Industrial Design at the prestigious Polytechnic University of Milan, where he learned from some of the most influential Italian design masters of the 20th century. Additionally, he studied City Planning at the Universita' della Calabria, and Archaeology at the Università Statale di Milano.
After relocating to the United States, Mr. Larosa joined the faculty at Arizona State University, teaching courses in furniture design and interior design. In 2008, he was appointed as the Department Chair for the Furniture Design and Exhibition Design departments at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), the largest art and design university in the United States.
Antonio has developed a diverse range of furniture and accessory collections all being manufactured in North America and Europe and sold worldwide. His designs have been showcased at internationally renowned locations such as the Vitra Design Museum and major furniture exhibitions in Milan, High Point, Verona, Tokyo, Cologne, Moscow, and New York.
Antonio Larosa's contributions to the field have been recognized in the international book series "PHOENIX: 21st Century City," which honors leading artists, designers, and architects in emerging cities like Phoenix, Berlin, and Moscow. His work has been featured in numerous global publications including Domus, Interior Design, Interni, Vogue, Contract Magazine, Design Journal, Furniture Today, Java, ABC News, Desert Living, Home Fashion magazine, Il Giornale Promosedia, Giornale Dell'Arredamento, CNBC, Club System International, Gente Motori, The Business Journal, Gap Casa, Die Tischlerfachschrift, European Home & Garden, Taburet, Home Decor Buyer, and Office Layout magazine. His work has also appeared on national television shows such as MTV and Donald Trump's The Apprentice on NBC, and selected by the Kennedy family for the Kennedy Compound.
Antonio Larosa. frequently serves as a judge for design competitions and as a guest lecturer on various design topics. As a design visionary, he has been the creator and driving force behind many unique design events in the U.S., including the Furniture Revolution Gallery at NeoCon in Chicago and the Furniture Design Summit, the first U.S. conference dedicated to furniture design that united manufacturers, designers, and students.
Are you looking for furniture solutions for your public space projects?
Whether you're a manufacturer, architectural or planning firm, or a construction company in need of original designs or help sourcing existing products, Antonio Larosa can help. With over 25 years of experience in public space furniture, Antonio offers expert guidance and tailored solutions.
To get started contact Antonio directly at: tony @ larosadesign . com
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