Eight Budding Designers in China

A group of innovators who think and create both traditionally and globally

by Stefano Caggiano China is often considered the “factory” of the world, but as the world’s most populous country is growing at such a rapid rate—in all ways—those beliefs are surely bound to be recognized as old-fashioned soon. One realm in which the country’s continued progression is evident is design—Chinese designers are showing an increasing ability at owning innovation, function and aesthetics. On the one …

Bureau Subduction at Paris Design Week

Designed by Paul Venaille, this desk honors his obsession with volcanoes

At this year’s Paris Design Week, CH hit now! Le Off at The Docks to catch an intriguing collection of creative furniture and decor. One of this year’s standouts was a thoughtfully crafted desk by designer Paul Venaille. Suitably named, the Bureau Subduction honors Venaille’s love for everything volcanic. By nature of the term “subduction,” there are two design elements involved in this his piece: …

Interview: Odile Decq

The Maison & Objet's Designer of the Year on her rock'n'roll attitude and transitioning from architecture to design

Each year Maison & Objet awards a Designer of the Year and the 2013 edition celebrates French designer Odile Decq. Decq’s work as an architect and urban planner is well known and has received international recognition with such prizes as the Golden Lion at the 1996 Venice Biennale. In addition to her very distinct and definite building achievements—like the Museum of Contemporary Art in Rome …