From Idea to Implementation: How Designers Sketch

Many Western designers do not recognize computer technology: for creating a masterpiece, they only need paper and pencil.

Carlo Colombo
Usually I start sketching my future projects on anything that comes to hand: tickets, newspapers, paper napkins.Sketch for Trussardi Casa Chair
Sketch
Sketch of Chair 784
Chair 784
Blueberry Chair
Sketch of Blueberry Chair
Marcel Wanders
I am just an engineer, I come up with and make various things. And that's all, nothing more. Maybe just a couple of magical tricks. But don't tell anyone!Vondom Furniture
Sketch of Vondom Furniture
Monster Chair Sketch
Monster Chairs
Sketch for Own Brand Moooi
Sketch of Pet Lights Lighting Series
Karim Rashid
I draw sketches every day while listening to electronic modern music. I try not to think about the past, setting my consciousness to focus only on what exists now.San Patrignano Inverso Stool Sketch
San Patrignano Inverso Stool
Sloo Chairs for Vondom
Sloo Chair Sketch for Vondom
Nafir Lights for Axo Light
Nafir Lights for Axo Light
Pierre Charpin
When I draw, I think. To draw, I don't even need inspiration. For me, the process itself is important. As soon as I'm alone with a sheet of paper and a pencil, ideas begin to be born.Metal Cloche for F93 Montreuil
Tea Bags Stands for Alessi
Alessi Knife
Eau de Paris France Glassware
Philippe Starck
Since 16, I draw in the same notebooks with the same pens and try to work in complete solitude.Juicy Salif Juicer Sketch for Alessi
Juicy Salif Juicer Sketch for Alessi
Juicy Salif Juicer
Philippe Starck at His Exhibition in the Pompidou Center