Olivetti: Beyond Form and Function

Founded as a typewriter manufacturing company by Camillo Olivetti in 1908 in Ivrea, Italy, Olivetti is considered one of the leading manufacturers of the mid-20th century. Recognising the importance of design over pure functionalism, a concept largely owed to his son, Adriano Olivetti, the company produced some of the most iconic hand-typing devices and early computers of the 20th century: from the Lettera 22 (1950) and Valentine (1969) typewriters, to the Elea 9003 (1959), Italy’s first computer, and the Programma 101 (1965), the first commercially produced desktop computer.

This display presents photographs, films and ephemera relating to Olivetti’s graphic and spatial design, as well as architecture. Focusing largely on the industrial boom of the post-war era, the display will cover a key period in Olivetti’sCole's Potters switch off

15 Jul 2011 17:46:00

West United striker Carlton Cole's transfer from Upton Park to Premier League outfit Stoke City looks to have fallen through.
The exact reason as to why the deal collapsed is not known, although the Hammers released a statement on Friday which attempted to clear up a number of suggestions.
It read: "Carlton has not asked for a transfer and has remained committed to the club at all times.
"In being given permission to talk to Stoke, the negotiations did not break down as a result of him asking for too much money. He was discussing wage parity with other key players and was well within his right to do so.
"Further, there is no issue in terms of his reported 'injury problems'. An England striker, he