June 9th 2008 Elogico ‘eco-logical thinking … spaces and products for the next generation’ opens its doors to the city of Chicago. A groundbreaking initiative addressing issues in design and ecological sustainability with exhibitions, round table discussions and events involving participants from around the world.
Opening in Chicago during NeoCon, Elogico offers locals and visitors alike the chance to participate and investigate one of the most pressing issues in design and architecture in the 21st century. Drawing upon the vast number of visiting architects, designers and industry professionals in town for NeoCon, Elogico will bear the flag for ecological responsibility and sustainability at a moment when the design world’s eyes are firmly fixed on the Windy City.
The drive behind Elogico comes from a series of companies who consider ecological sustainability a fundamental part of the future of design:
- Artemide - the lighting brand whose products have defined the history of Italian design.
- Casamania - a directional brand characterised by collaboration with emerging and established international design talents.
- Creazioni - a company whose innovative use of materials combines with eccentric forms to earn them international recognition.
- Metalspot - lighting solutions and systems involving light as an element of space and also the centre of attention.
- Morelato – a brand bringing together precious timbers and the techniques of the artisan in furnishings of supreme quality.
- Moroso – a brand characterised by its attention to detail in award winning designs created by the world’s leading designers and architects.
- Pagano – a company offering complete living solutions with close attention to the architectural and ecological impact of its products.
- Parri - a Tuscan brand noted for its perfect balance between cutting edge forms and an ethical approach to design.
- Valcucine - a company with a reputation for its revolutionary approach to ecologically sound materials and production methods in the creation of kitchens of rare beauty.
- VG Newtrend – a company with a rich aesthetic vision mirrored in its collection of luxurious home furnishings and accessories.
These Italian brands lead the world in design and awareness of the importance of ecological responsibility and sustainability to the future of the industry. Each company will present a selection of products in a specially curated exhibition to be held in the prestigious Chicago Illuminating Company building. The exhibition will take place within a unique setting designed to invite visitors to examine the world around them and the objects which populate it - to consider the environmental issues intrinsically linked to their creation, use and disposal.