The Importance of Process and Detail in the Work of Katerina Krotenko
Driven by curiosity and a desire for authenticity, Katerina Krotenko realizes her handblown glass pieces that mimic the texture of charred wood.
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Kiki Goti: A Maximalist, Feminist Way of Living
Dizzying stripes, pop colours, and contrasting textures are all found in the work of Brooklyn-based designer, architect and educator Kiki Goti. The Gr…
Tanja Pak: An Exploration of the Human Condition through Glass
In the quest to capture and evoke emotions, the Slovenian designer and artist Tanja Pak pushes the limits of glass. Through a play of light and moveme…
“SINCRONISMO” by LAS ÁNIMAS: An Exploration of the Subconscious through Functional Textile Art
With their latest collection of artful rugs, "SINCRONISMO", the Seville-based creative studio LAS ÁNIMAS intervenes in the human psyche to uncover ou…
Joyful Objects, Yes!: A Celebration of Culture, Tradition, and Playful Design
For the design studio Joyful Objects, Yes! nothing is more important than creating fun and experimental objects that evoke a sense of excitement. Thro…
Diego Faivre & Hugo Béhérégaray: “Dazzling Lights and Storage Solutions”, a Product of our Time
Combining their approaches, cardboard, and colourful Diego Dough, designer Diego Faivre and visual artist Hugo Béhérégaray have partnered again to …
Solenne Belloir: Transforming Ordinary Life into Otherworldly Ceramics
Marked by an observant, ambitious, and self-reflective character, the Paris-based ceramicist Solenne Belloir creates objects with an ancient yet moder…
Pascale Girardin: Emotional and Transdisciplinary Dialogue through Clay
Transformation is at the centre of Pascale Girardin 's practice. A combination of transdiciplinarity and emotional dialogue results in objects which h…
Studio Lél: Preserving Heritage by Painting in Stone
Studio Lél, an artistic collective based in Peshawar, Pakistan, focuses on the art of pietra dura, a technique of inlaid stonework dating back to Anc…
Kajsa Melchior: An Exploration of the Mind, Body, and Science
By taking advantage of her educational background and nature's unpredictable forces, Stockholm-based designer, Kajsa Melchior, mediates the complexiti…
The Boundaries of Neotenic Design: An interview with Justin Donnelly of Jumbo
Justin Donnelly of New York-based design studio JUMBO discusses the evolution of neotenic design and how "MELT" fits into this playful style.
LAS ÁNIMAS: A Cross-Dimensional Study of Resin, Technology, & Emotional Connection
A practice characterised by otherworldly shapes, vibrant colours, and spiritual connection. Based in Seville, Spain, the creative duo known as LAS ÁN…
Joseph Algieri: An Eccentric Approach to Familiar Materials
Organic forms, bright colours, and an appreciation for the outrageous characterise Brooklyn-based designer Joseph Algieri's playful vision of design.
Humberto da Mata: Mastering the Art of Manipulating Materials
Based in São Paulo, Brazil, Humberto da Mata uses his practice for design research, investigating different materials and techniques with the help of…
studio YOLK: Collaborative Design that Runs in the Family
studio YOLK is a family-based art and design studio founded by Pernille Iben and Morten Linde and featuring contributions from two of their children, …
Hot Wire Extensions: Turning Waste Products into Functional Art
Design studio Hot Wire Extensions, headed by Swiss designer and material researcher Fabio Hendry, uses electricity to turn SLS 3D waste into beautiful…
Tributo: Working with Dialogues of Heritage, Continuity, & Sustainability
Design studio Tributo, founded in 2013 by Laura and Gabriela Noriega, emphasises dialogue, sustainability, and collaborative design through their prac…
UAU: An Intuitive Approach to Ceramic Design
Ceramic design studio UAU follows an intuitive approach to ceramics, allowing the hand of the maker to be ever-present in each piece.
Erin Turkoglu: Exploring Craft & Process through Trial & Error
Inspired by craft practices from around the world, designer Erin Turkoglu experiments with new craft processes in her multidisciplinary practice.
Christian + Jade: Encouraging Valuable Interactions through Intentional Design
The Denmark-based design duo Christian + Jade use their practice to explore our relationships with everyday objects and how product design affects our…
"Existential Workflow" Guest edit by Charlotte Jul
The process is a vital part of the work of all designers, craft artists, and artists. No one just seems to acknowledge it. Because processes…
A. Vetra: Contemporary Collectible Objects with Ancient Mediterranean Memories
History, identity, and craft intersect through an exploration of textile and ceramic in the work of A. Vetra, an Amsterdam-based studio established in…
Eurico Humano: Uncovering Meaning & Connection through Material Research
In his practice, Brazilian designer Eurico Humano focuses on material research and artisanal craftsmanship to develop a series of unique, conceptual p…
Jorge Diego Etienne: Fusing Digital Approaches with Artisanal Techniques
Through highlighting materiality and form, the Jorge Diego Etienne Studio brings attention to the connection between how pieces and spaces are used an…
RLON: Playful Explorations of Curiosity, Science, & Metaphysics
Berlin-based studio RLON explores art, science, and metaphysics, developing innovative concepts for lighting to inspired forms of art-design.