Jorge Pensi: Master of Contemporary Design and Poet of Light

Jorge Pensi (Buenos Aires, 1946) is one of the most influential figures in international contemporary design, especially recognized for his contribution to Spanish design since settling in Barcelona in the 1970s. He co-founded the celebrated Grupo Berenguer alongside Alberto Lievore, Oriol Pibernat and Norberto Chaves, helping to define the modern Mediterranean design language: pure, essential, and full of light.

Style and Philosophy

Pensi is known for his ability to distill forms to their essence while preserving emotion and personality. His work is characterized by visual lightness, intelligent material use, and a poetic approach that treats objects not just as functional tools but as emotional presences within space.
His implicit philosophy: less form, more soul.

Iconic Works

Toledo Chair (1986) for Amat-3 — considered a masterpiece of Spanish design, internationally awarded and now a true design icon.

Suspension lamps for brands such as Bover and Luceplan, where light becomes pure geometry and atmosphere.

Furniture collections for leading global companies including Andreu World, Resol, Kettal, and Cassina, reinforcing his international influence.

Jorge Pensi Design Studio

In 1984 he founded Jorge Pensi Design Studio in Barcelona, where he continues to create furniture, lighting, ephemeral architecture, and creative direction projects. His work combines sensitivity, precision, and cultural awareness, with projects recognized in Europe, America, and Asia.

Recognition and Legacy

In 1997 he received Spain’s National Design Award, one of the highest honors for innovation and excellence in design.
Today, Jorge Pensi remains a living reference, admired both for his timeless work and for his influence on new generations of designers.

His career shows that design can be light, quiet, and deeply memorable.