Gaia Crippa

Gaia’s decade-long career as a CMF designer includes leading projects for renowned global companies, where she has consistently demonstrated how materials can enhance product experiences and strengthen brand identities.

As Head of Materials Innovation at Chris Lefteri Design, she drives innovative approaches to how designers perceive and utilize materials. Gaia also collaborates with Politecnico di Milano on groundbreaking research that transforms organic waste into sustainable materials, showcasing the potential of circular design.

Her work focuses on blending the aesthetics and functionality of sustainable materials, driving their adoption in cutting-edge applications.