Fred Lowen founded Tessa Furniture with his brother Howard Lindsey and design technician Sigi Danielzik in 1968. Initially named Twen, the company was later renamed Tessa in 1970. Prior to this, Lowen had co-founded Fler Furniture with Ernest Rodeck in the mid-1950s, which was sold in 1967.
Tessa Furniture gained a reputation for its Scandinavian-influenced design and high-quality Australian craftsmanship. The company expanded operations during the 1970s, becoming a national operation with international links. One of Tessa's most iconic designs was the T4 chair, which featured a laminated timber frame and a sling made from a durable, stretchy fabric. The design was inspired by the hammock that Lowen slept in on the Dunera during his journey to Australia as a refugee. The T4 chair became a symbol of Australian modernism and was highly sought after by consumers.
Lowen received a number of design awards for more...
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