Stellantis Design Studio x Warner Bros x Formitalia
This is an exciting collaboration between Stellantis Design Studio, Warner Bros and Formitalia to create a unique set of Furniture inspired by most iconic DC Super-Villain: The Joker, the Clown Prince of Crime.
Bringing The Joker Collection to life was an unconventional journey of creativity and experimentation. Fascinated by the idea of creating this villain lair, the design team first immersed themselves in the extensive Joker imagery archive provided by Warner Bros.
Defining this inspiring imagery raised many questions, such as:
What does relaxation look like in The Joker's lair?
How does one find comfort in chaos?
Behind the smile, how do you imagine what goes on in the mind of The Joker?
How do you dare to experience the unpredictable?
« We loved the idea of creating this villains lair, a welcoming space that fosters a false sense of security in it's guests. »
Hugo Nightingale - Stellantis Design Studio, Global Creative Director
The Joker Collection
This collection dares to answer those questions, creating a space and a feeling that is as unsetting as it is attractive/mesmerizing - a lair where contradiction thrives, beauty is twisted, and chaos becomes harmony.
To achieve this feeling, we first tried to capture the mood of the space, the colors, the lightings, the materials, the accessories that would surround The Joker. The design team harnessed the power of AI to capture the mood of The Joker's environment.
With this mood defined we decided that each piece of furniture should reflect different characteristics of the Joker, pushed boundaries and crafted bold new forms, experimenting with playful yet provocative mix of styles, reflecting the unpredictable nature and complex personality of The Joker.
The collection is a celebration of the unapologetic and unpredictable, duality and conflict, capturing the chaotic and mysterious spirit of the Batman most iconic villain, making each piece a true work of art.
Asylum Armchair
This chair uses restraint as inspiration for comfort with a twisted style that is both welcoming and unsettling. It represents The Joker's unbalanced and unexpected essence.
Chaos Sofa
Each item is designed with a duality that mirros The Joker's unpredictable nature. Deconstructed and anarchic, this design invites a double read, challenging conventional aesthetics.
The Smile High Back Chair
With bold, contrasting colors, this piece captures The Joker's narcissistic flair and permanent, difigured smile. The elements bring a sense of rebellion and destruction, yet also a twisted sense of humor.
The Smile Sofa
This piece features asymmetric forms and distressed materials, symbolizing The Joker's instability and imperfection.
The Prankster – Dispenser
The design is a playful yet sinister mix of style, reflecting the unpredictable nature and complex personality of The Joker. It's mischievous and quirky, with unexpected design elements.
A Celebration of Chaos
« This collection is a bold statement of duality and conflict, capturing the chaotic and mysterious spirit of the Batman villain Joker. It's a celebration of the unapologetic and unpredictable, making each piece a true work of art. »
Klaus Busse - Head of Stellantis Design Studio
Each piece is testament to the Joker's colorful chaos and villanous charm. Refinment meets rebellion, elegance clashes with twisted design elements, dark sense of humor prevails, both welcoming yet unsettling.
The Joker Furniture Collection made a striking debut at the 2025 Milan Design Week. At the exhibition, the collection’s distinctive design language captured the attention of designers, enthusiasts, and industry professionals alike.
Creative Concept Development
Creative Concept Development
Working closely with Formitalia's expert artisans, design and prototyping were optimized for ergonomics, materials, and luxury craftmanship, bringing together unapologetic bold designs with Italian savoir-faire.