About Olle Eksell

Olle Eksell (1918-2007) was one of Sweden's most prominent graphic designers. A design visionary that is seen as one of the first modern graphic designers in Scandinavia. Olle has participated in the largest international exhibitions and has been awarded an honorary professorship by the Swedish government. Olle Eksell imaginatively created direct and geometrically abstract works that were ahead of their time. Besides being an excellent designer Olle was a writer and wrote the book Design = Ekonomi (1964) where he in a clear and elegant discussion brought forth the important relationship between design and economy. Good design is not just aesthetic – it is also good economy. Good design is not just cool – it is bloody serious! Olle Eksell participated in international exhibitions such as at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Louvre in Paris, and the Biennale in Venice. In Sweden, Olle was nominated to the advertising world’s Platinum Academy in 1985. In 2001, the Swedish Government bestowed Olle with the title of Honorary Professor for his significant contribution to the field of design. Learn more about Olle Eksell: https://www.olleeksell.se www.instagram.com/holygrail.seRead their story