“By experimenting with lighting, colours, textiles and furniture and utilising the latest technologies, I try to show new ways to encourage people to use their fantasy and make their surroundings more exciting.” – Verner Panton

2026 marks the centenary of Verner Panton, the Danish architect and designer whose visionary spirit redefined the language of modern design. Among the most influential creatives of the 20th century, Panton was celebrated for his avant-garde experimentation with materials, form and, above all, colour.

With a masterful command of bold hues and geometric clarity, he conceived environments that moved beyond function, transforming interiors into immersive, emotionally resonant experiences. From sculptural furniture to pioneering lighting and expressive textiles, his work proposed a new contemporary aesthetic—sensory, optimistic and enduring. A century on, his designs remain strikingly fresh, a testament to the timeless power of his ideas.