Ilia Potemine is a designer and an inventor. Born in Krasnodar (Russia) and raised in Torino (Italy). His early works were focused on the relationship between art and design through an artisanal approach. No computer aided design technology were involved in the creation process. 

His objects were exhibited in different design galleries, such as Bensimon (Paris), Dilmos (Milano), Mint (London) and others. His vision moved from design-art towards research, development and new technologies in the field of light. 

Ilia is a winner of the prestigious international awards, including The Wallpaper Design Award (“Lampade Alte” project),  The Land Rover Born Award, The Interior + Design magazine Award as best Russian project in light design (“Alis” project).

His works were featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Robb Report and other international magazines.