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Interview with Todd Bracher About His Artistic Vision
“It’s been 25 years now and it feels like time has gone fast,” Bracher reflects during an exclusive chat. Son of a cabinet maker and a school teacher, Bracher’s path to design was anything but conventional. “I grew up with a poster of 1,000 chairs from Vitra in my room. My parents aren’t design fans, so I don’t know how it got there. But I would sit every night in bed and study this poster,” Bracher recalls.
Interview With Sarah Jeffreys on Biophilic and Sustainable Design
Designers Seldom Rely on Trends, They Seek Inspiration: Sarah Jeffreys
Joana Santos and Hugo Silva of DAM Speak on ‘Design, Craftsmanship and Furniture’
Joana Santos and Hugo Silva, the dynamic duo behind DAM, share their insights on the intricate relationship between design, craftsmanship, and furniture. Discover how DAM blends traditional Portuguese artistry with contemporary aesthetics to create functional and emotionally resonant pieces. Learn about the brand's commitment to sustainability and its impact on the furniture industry. This exclusive interview delves into the design process, the importance of craftsmanship, and the vision behind DAM's iconic collection. Get inspired by the passion and dedication of these talented designers as they redefine the concept of furniture.
We Don’t Follow Evolution of Design Trends, We Anticipate Them: Andrea Lupi
We catch up with this relentless designer and a hard-core professional, Andrea Lupi, for an exclusive interview. Click on the link for full interview
Ramón Esteve Speaks on Sustainability, Salone and Never-Ending Love for Sketching
What sets my designs apart is this very focus on harmonizing with the environment and creating spaces that evoke a sense of peace and well-being. I strive to integrate natural materials, light, and the surrounding landscape into my work, ensuring that each project resonates with its context and the people who experience it. This approach leads to designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also deeply functional and emotionally engaging.
Interview with Italian Designer Duo Ludovica Serafini and Roberto Palomba
The work and life partners indeed believe that function and form together find a reason to exist and coexist. Homecrux caught up with Ludovica Serafini and Roberto Palomba as the high-profile Italian designer couple celebrates their studio’s 30 years in design.
Talking Spanish Design and Local Connections With José Antonio, CEO Gandia Blasco
We got in touch with José Antonio, the current CEO of Gandia Blasco Group to get a hang of developments going on within the company and in the realm of outdoor furniture.
Design is Not About Chasing Trends, but Consciousness of Its End of Life
Despite differences in ideas and approach, the designer duo-turned-couple always seemed to arrive at same creative conclusions. Unfortunately, James Irvine passed away in 2013, and left behind were Marialaura and his esteemed architecture and design studio in Milan. It was on Marialaura Irvine to carry on the legacy of her husband – an inheritance that was full of values, quality, and field experience.
Nikari CEO Speaks on Sustainability, Salone and Global Design Talent
Nikari was founded in 1967. So we are 57 years old at the moment. It was founded by Kari Virtanen. When he started, he was very well known in this area, and therefore the first customer who came to knock on his door was Alvar Aalto architect office. Years later, we had our second client, Kaj Gabriel Franck. So these two gentlemen who represented the finest of Finnish architecture and modern design were not just our clients but initial mentors as well.
Interview with Daniel Wynne of Ridgeline Tiny Homes
The founders of Ridgeline Tiny Homes, Daniel and Ebony Wynne lived with their kids in multiple micro-dwelling; they are well aware of the advantages and disadvantages of living in a tiny house, and how that experience can better their designs for the clients. We touched base with Daniel to know the beginning of the company, what the future plans are, and what sets it apart in the industry. Read on to delve into the insightful conversation.
Interview with Manuel Mejia of Victoria Cookware About Cast Iron Cookware
It’s actually far more than a century. There’s evidence that people were using cast iron recipes and tools since the Iron Age. First in China and then in Europe during the Middle Ages humans have used this type of cookware for millennia for its longevity, heat distribution, retention, and natural nonstick properties when seasoned. Nowadays, cast iron is having a renaissance for the qualities I already mentioned, plus it’s the healthiest cookware in the materials market.
Interview with Annalisa Rosso, the Editorial Director and Cultural Advisor of the Salone del Mobile
Against the backdrop of Milan’s spring and burgeoning design fair, I caught up with Annalisa Rosso, the Editorial Director and Cultural Advisor of the Salone del Mobile, who talked about the success of the 62nd edition of Italy’s grandest design event alongside expressing thoughts on contemporary design and critical journalism.
Herefordshire to Hollywood: The Oscar Story of Production Designer James Price
For James, seeing his family, friends, and compatriots joyful is an emotion that eclipses even the loftiest of awards and surpasses moments of childhood struggles. Amidst the glitz and glamour of the Academy and the BAFTA, the British Production Designer is reminded of his true purpose as an artist; which is not to chase accolades but to sculpt narratives that resonate with audiences for years to come.
Got an idea? ‘Prelaunch’ it to Validate Product-Market Fit From 200M People Community
Prelaunch, is what the name suggests; a platform designed for creators to test their new ideated products before launch. It helps them gauge whether the idea fits an existing market, by allowing potential customers to place small deposits, and/or solve a consumer problem before investing in its R&D.
Promoting Sustainability is the Core Commitment of Salone del Mobile: Maria Porro
Stressing on this year’s event, Porro informed, “The title (theme) of this Salone is ‘Where Design Evolves’. So we focus on the idea of evolution because Salone is a place where you discover new trends. It’s a stage where the companies present new products, and it’s also a place where the design community gathers together. So, what one can expect from the Salone this year, is the possibility of creating new and interesting connections.