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About Miguel Milá
Born in Barcelona to an aristocratic family with artistic roots, Miguel Milá left behind architectural studies to pursue a passion for material experimentation and craftsmanship. In the 1950s, he co-founded Tramo, designing iconic pieces like the TMC (1958) and TMM (1961) lamps, which remain timeless classics today.
Milá described himself as a “pre-industrial designer,” favoring noble materials that age gracefully and prioritizing simplicity by “paring off what is superfluous.” His iconic Cesta family of lamps exemplifies this philosophy, blending utility and elegance to enhance spaces even when unlit.
A champion of Spanish design, Milá co-founded ADI-FAD, Spain’s first industrial design association, and led efforts to promote Spanish creativity internationally. Over his lifetime, he earned numerous accolades, including the National Design Award and Italy’s prestigious Compasso d’Oro.
Miguel Milá’s work continues to define functional beauty, making him a cornerstone of modern design history.
