Interview: Afroditi Krassa

The interior designer on the true meaning of sustainability, gender politics and how she works like a chef

Based in London, with firm roots in Greece, Afroditi Krassa has established herself as a prominent designer of her generation—particularly in interior design. Her clients range from the highly lauded furniture design house Ligne Roset to Italian interiors leader Bonaldo, from Cassina IXC to mainstream clients like Topshop. Her studio is behind some of the most awarded restaurant designs of the past few years including …

Studio Visit: Building Block

A look inside the minimalist designers' new digs, an alternative store and studio experience

The paradox of a minimalist black bag is the difficulty of making it distinguishable and memorable. However, Kimberly and Nancy Wu—the two sisters behind the young brand Building Block—have no trouble with this. For the past three years, the LA-based duo has been redefining the idea of luxury—not with big logos or brands, Nancy tells CH, but through quality and function. With plenty of experience …

Charged: Ingo Maurer Interview

The celebrated industrial designer speaks on the importance of spontaneity, taking risks and trusting your team

Few industrial designers have earned a foothold in the greater creative culture like Ingo Maurer, the German-born, New York-based designer of lighting and lighting installations. In the decades since founding his own design practice, Ingo Maurer GmbH, the celebrated designer has been exhibited in some of the world’s most prestigious museums, created custom installations for private art collectors and Parisian fashion shows, and received more …