About Raymond Loewy

News

Raymond Loewy Among Pioneering American Industrial Designers Celebrated on New USPS Forever Stamps 07/01/11

Loewy pencil sharpener stamp to be released on June 29th 06/22/11

Helen Hayes, Raymond Loewy and Mark Twain Honored on 2011 U.S. Stamps 12/30/10

The Man Who Designed America 11/19/09

Avanti and Loewy shine under California sun 11/19/09

Nov. 5, 1983: A Design Star is Born 11/19/09

Biography

After a brief but promising career as a fashion illustrator, Raymond Loewy dedicated his talent to the field of industrial design. Loewy's creative genius was innate, and his effect on the industry was immediate. He literally revolutionized the industry, working as a consultant for more than 200 companies and creating product designs for everything from cigarette packs and refrigerators, to cars and spacecrafts. Click here to read more...

Quotes

"It all must start with an inspired, spontaneous idea."
"The main goal is not to complicate the already difficult life of the consumer."
"I sought excitement and, taking chances, I was all ready to fail in order to achieve something large."
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Photos

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