Due to me being behind the blog ball as I prepare for the Melbourne trade show that’s coming up (soon!), I don’t have a ‘Meet the Maker’ interview for you this week.  So in leu of,  I’m going to share with you some classic British designs in the form of Royal Mail stamps.  Enjoy!

1st Class – Polypropylene Chair
Found in public buildings throughout the world, almost everyone will have sat on a Robin Day chair at some time.

1st Class – The Mini Automobile
Sir Alec Issigonis made use of every available space in the small car that was as much a fashion statement as a means of transport.

1st Class – Anglepoise Lamp
George Carwardine’s flexible design brought light wherever it was needed.

1st Class Large – Mini Skirt
Mary Quant rewrote the fashion rules for women forever with her daring design.

1st Class – Penguin Books
Edward Young’s book jacket design was instantly recognizable as a Penguin edition.

1st Class – K2 Telephone Kiosk
Sir Giles Gilbert Scott’s design bright-red phone box always stood out on the streets of the UK.

1st Class – London Underground Map
Harry Beck’s easy to understand design was based on an electrical wiring diagram.

via: Massive Multiple Ideas & Royal Mail Shop