Ernesto Gismondi graduated in aeronautical engineering at the Milan Polytechnic in 1957 and a few years later, in rocket engineering. In 1959 he founded together with Sergio Mazza Studio Artemide from which the Artemide Group was later founded.
Ernesto Gismondi was an Italian industrial designer and architect who played an important role in the history of Artemide. During his presidency, Ernesto Gismondi inspired and guided the growth and development of Artemide, working closely with the world's most talented designers and architects including Vico Magistretti, Claudio Dini, Richard Sapper, Michele De Lucchi, Gianfranco Fassina, Carlotta de Bevilacqua, Enzo Mari, Achille Castiglioni, Gianfranco Frattini, Jan Novel and Carlo Forcolini, just to name a few, to create cutting-edge products. His vision has led to a series of iconic products, including the Tizio lamp designed together with his friend Richard Sapper, the Sintesi series lamps, the Tholos lamp and the Tebe lamp.
Ernesto Gismondi was also a leader in the use of new technologies and materials in the production of lighting products, and guided the company towards sustainable and responsible production. His leadership helped establish Artemide as one of the world's leading lighting brands and left a lasting legacy in the industry.
In summary, the story of Ernesto Gismondi and Artemide is the story of a company that has been able to grow and consolidate its position of excellence in lighting, thanks to its constant commitment to quality, innovation and design.
