Karim Rashid
Karim Rashid | |
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Rashid in 2007 | |
| Born | September 18, 1960 Cairo, Egypt |
| Other names | Prince of Plastic |
| Alma mater | Carleton University |
| Occupation(s) | Designer, industrial designer |
| Relatives | Hani Rashid |
| Awards | |
| Website | karimrashid |
Karim Rashid (born 1960) is an Egyptian-born and Canadian-raised American industrial designer. His designs encompass a wide range of products, including luxury goods, furniture, lighting, surface design, brand identity, and packaging. According to Time magazine, Rashid was described by the Toronto Star as "one of the world's most famous industrial designers" and the "Prince of Plastic" by Time. He is primarily located in New York City.