Swedish Eyewear Company Sceye Presents Karim Vision by Karim Rashid

International industrial designer Karim Rashid has teamed up with the Swedish eyewear company Sceye to create his first-ever collection of eyeglasses, launching in New York on March 12, 2005.

Sceye is a Swedish eyewear company based in the town of Borås and known for its innovative synthesis of traditional goldsmith craftsmanship and the use of advanced materials and processes.  The firm specializes in frames made from titanium. 

Born in Egypt and raised in Canada, Karim Rashid is an award-winning industrial designer who is currently based in New York City.  His projects range from products, interiors, fashion, furniture, lighting, art, music and installations.

Karim Rashid's collection, Karim Vision, marks the world premiere of a Sceye concept entitled Designer Visions.  The bold and futuristic collection will be launched at the Karim Rashid Shop in Manhattan on March 12.

Sceye presents Karim Vision by Karim Rashid
Karim Rashid Shop
137 West 19th Street
(between Sixth and Seventh Avenues)
From March 12, 2005

For more information about Sceye and Designer Visions: www.sceye.se