Philippe Starck Launches Wind Turbine

February 8, 2010

Philippe Starck, the iconic designer known for high-design, has gone green to launch a sleek deisgn for a residential-use turbine. The two high-tech turbines will be produced by Italian company, Pramac, and will be available for Milan homes soon. One model is a clear quadrangular model (400W WT), capable of generating 400 watts of power. The second, a helicoidal model (1KW WT) will generate 1 KW of power. The two will run from $3500 to $5000 USD. Starck was quoted explaining the new turbine technology, saying, "Energy should not be a punishment, we should create a desire (among people to produce it)." I’m hoping these eventually become available beyond the initial Italian market!

Posted by Emily Pilloton on February 8, 2010 | Comments (3)

Industries: Building Products , Green

March 19, 2011

In response to: Philippe Starck Launches Wind Turbine
dianaq commented:

Hi,

Wauw what a beauty of a design! Really every detail is made with a lot of creativity!

Last week I heard something about a new hotel project of Starck. I think it has something to do with Botinger & Roi. Just check their website and facebookpage. They have an international campaign

Could it be something of the Hilton group?

gr. diana

February 10, 2010

In response to: Philippe Starck Launches Wind Turbine
Kiana, Detroit, MI commented:

I love the aesthetic and shape, it is a perfect blend of design meeting function.

February 9, 2010

In response to: Philippe Starck Launches Wind Turbine
juju commented:

i cannot wait to see it come to America! brilliant design.....i am such a fan!