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The Memphis design group, which he co-founded, also became successful: following postmodern ideas, it proclaimed the end of the \"International Style\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBesides Olivetti, the companies Sottsass worked for during his career included well-known names such as Alessi, Poltronova and Knoll International.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs part of the Busstops project in 1994, Sottsass also created the bus stop at Königsworther Platz in Hanover in Germany, placing eight large yellow crosses on a speckled base and covering them with a white roof. Frank Gehry and Alessandro Mendini were among the others who took part in the project.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEttore Sottsass's work is known and loved around the world. 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This elegant pepper mill, designed by Ettore Sottsass, stands out for its high-quality craftsmanship and the use of beech wood. The colorful, minimalist design blends seamlessly into any kitchen setting and adds a stylish accent to your dining table. With its precise ceramic grinding mechanism and ergonomic shape, the Twergi pepper mill sits comfortably in your hand and ensures effortless grinding. 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