While It’s Not Here, You Can Always Grab a Peek At What Maison et Objet Has to Offer!
According to tradition, Maison et Objet is going to award the 6 rising talents in this September edition of the French trade show! The chosen ones of this Maison et Objet 2018, are the Lebanon ones and if you were looking for that breath of fresh air into the design world, then you’ve found the right place.
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CARLA BAZ
“Today, highly experienced artisans have inherited this expertise passed down through generations and continue to preserve these crafts.”
The half-french, half-Lebanese designer has an outstading Master’s in Product Design for the Luxury Industry where many connections that shaped her future were met there. When later, after completed her training at Zaha Hadid Architects nonetheless, the designer decided to launch her own business where she later was rewarded by the Boghossian Foundation. This years edition counts with the beauty of fine materials and the elegant lines of the designer’s furniture. With a passion for craftsmanship, the traditional arts aren’t forgotten.
PAOLA SAKR
“There is still so much potential to explore in new materials, potential to develop products that could find applications even in luxury markets.”
On this year’s edition of Maison et Objet September, the Lebanese designer brings all the majestic feeling that concrete has. With a collection of seven concrete vases, the astounding pieces are made of abandoned pieces and material scraps that are a metaphor for the ephemeral attachments. Her approach to design is fairly simple – finding a solution to a problem or in the designers own words – “collaboration with the world.
ANASTASIA NYSTEN
“I am very excited about this experience! This event will unquestionably turn the limelight on us and our country.”
With many cultures in the mix, the designer presents an iconic style. Working fro paradises such as Beirut and Dubai the multicultural mix present in this rising talent is palpable. To this year’s event, the designer brings with her the Scandinavian design with a twist. Presenting one of the awarded pieces, the Troll Chair will be the one that will capture your attention.
MARC DIBEH
“Behind each story there are people, relationships and memories. It is like packing a whole world into a single object.”
Telling a story within each objet, the designer has the electric touch of the modern era. A storyteller by nature, Marc Diebh has a pinch for the drama effect that fits incredibly well into any material or design he touches. Showcasing his latest item, this dramatic umbrella is “Somewhere Under the Leaves”.
CARLO MASSOUD
“In a country like ours, where there is virtually no industry, design lives by virtue of local craftsmen making small-batch productions, sold in galleries or by word of mouth.”
With a solo career since 2014, the Lebanese designer has a profound taste for all things modern. An artist that approaches design like no other, each piece carries history and imagination into it. An artistic view like no other, the themes are peculiar – running from social and political comments to art installations to functional themes.
STUDIO CARAMEL
“Exploring elaborate details and bold materials, our duo converges to create innovative and unusual combinations.”
The designers met in no other than Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts in Beirut. From then on the rest is history. With a specific approach to design, the studio creates the perfect fusion of design and concept. With architecture as one of their inspirations, each piece makes the perfect addition to any space. For this M&O 2018, the duo brings a the Mirage music box as well as the Indolente armchair. Both with a nostalgic feeling of the 50’s, this will be the one you won’t want to miss.
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