Culture
Max Bill's Concrete Art: How Mathematics, Restraint and Function Built the Ulm Stool
Max Bill's "concrete art" philosophy, rooted in mathematics, logic, and function, found its clearest expression in the Ulm Stool. This iconic piece, co-designed with Hans Gugelot, embodies the principle of achieving maximum utility with minimal means, influencing post-war design education.
Julian Beaumont·November 8, 2026