Karim Rashid | |
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Born | 1960 (age 63–64) Cairo, Egypt |
Alma mater | Carleton University |
Occupation | Industrial Designer |
Known for | Industrial design of plastic consumer products |
Website | Official website |
Karim Rashid (born 1960) is an Egyptian-born and Canadian-raised industrial designer. His designs encompass a wide range of products, including luxury goods, furniture, lighting, surface design, brand identity, and packaging. According to Time magazine, Rashid is hailed as the "most famous industrial designer in all the Americas" and the "Prince of Plastic" for his innovative work.[1][2][3] He is primarily located in New York City.