Text by guest editor and multi-media designer Tania Grace Knuckey The future is here and it is looking promising! The ecological, biodegradable and sometimes even vegan, slow fashion currently available will lighten hearts and make us look pretty gorgeous too. This new direction in ethical fashion is on the rise – a soon-to-be-norm, rather that… Lire la suite »
Auteur/autrice : Geraldine Morand
Discovery Tour of Plateforme 10
Lausanne has a new architectural gem! The art and culture hub Plateforme 10 will host the Fine Arts Museum MCBA, the Photography Museum Musée de l’Elysée and the Design Museum MUDAC, as well as the Toms Pauli and Félix Vallotton Foundations, in a common location. This new “arts district” situated a few steps away from… Lire la suite »
Interview with Francesco Tadini
Guest writer, Liliana Belchior met Swiss architect and designer Francesco Tadini. Working in the same architecture office, they discussed creativity together. While Francesco is an architect in the design department, Liliana is head of communications. They both have creative side projects that they invest dedication and energy for. Designing and producing wood and leather accessories… Lire la suite »
Exploration at London Design Festival 2018
Offering a wide panorama, the London Design Festival showcased all aspects of design during its 2018 edition. From the Design Biennale to the London Design Fair, Switzerland-based, emerging designers presented their creations and thus, their approach to design that finds its roots in craftsmanship, social commitment or sustainability research. Invited in the British capital by… Lire la suite »
Wanderlust with Freitag
You had me at Let’s go somewhere. Outstanding architecture, good coffee and strolls by the water, Rotterdam is calling. Like a breath a fresh air, a city trip offers new vibes and many unbeaten tracks to explore. For Freitag, creative director Léon Kranenburg has unveiled his favourite spots in the Dutch city. Discovering the art and… Lire la suite »
Swiss design tradition at WOGG
As an ode to Swiss design culture, the WOGG headquarters in Baden already reflects the philosophy of this family business. Founded by Willi Glaeser and Otto Gläser, whose initials forms the company name, WOGG successfully combines high quality craftsmanship with a functional approach and minimalist aesthetics, since 1983. Created in collaboration with renowned Swiss designers… Lire la suite »
Minimalist outdoor living
True to its unique material, Eternit invites to celebrate summertime and outdoor living. Made of natural elements, the breathable and sustainable fiber-cement offers a raw aesthetics for minimalist terrace and garden furniture. In 1954, Swiss designer Willy Guhl created the first Eternit lounge chair that soon became a design classic. Since then, the company has beautifully… Lire la suite »
M&O 2018: material focus
Mixing styles and influences, the home and lifestyle trade show Maison & Objet gathered in Paris the players of the interior design industry, coming from all over the world. While the eclectic selection could easily become overwhelming, the Danish and Japanese design brands, that came in large numbers this year, softened the atmosphere. With their… Lire la suite »
The design legacy of Charles and Ray Eames
With its current exhibition An Eames Celebration, Vitra pays tribute to the iconic design duo Charles and Ray Eames. Across the campus in Weil-am-Rhein, four shows present the broad spectrum of their work. From furniture and toys to films, books and media installations, they have influenced generations of designers and continue to inspire creative minds…. Lire la suite »
2017 design event review
As the year comes to an end, let’s look back at the design pieces that have caught our attention during 2017 main events, in Switzerland and abroad. STOCKHOLM FURNITURE FAIR First major gathering on the design calendar, Stockholm Furniture Fair welcomed Spanish designer Jaime Hayon as Guest of Honour last February. In his pop-up pavilion… Lire la suite »