Architect and designer Riccardo Dalisi dies at 91

On April 9, 2022, Riccardo Dalisi, the renowned Italian architect, designer, and artist, passed away in Naples at the age of 91. He was born in Potenza in 1931 and became a significant figure in both art and design, showcasing his work at prestigious locations such as the Venice Biennale and the Centre Pompidou. Dalisi was a professor at the University of Naples Federico II and played a key role in founding the Global Tools movement (1973–1975). His innovative research on the Neapolitan coffee pot earned him a Compasso d'Oro in 1981, followed by another in 2014 for his commitment to social issues. In 2018, he opened his studio in Rua Catalana, Naples, focusing on local lighting design, with his art displayed globally, including at MoMA and Triennale di Milano.