Maison&Objet
A selection of design highlights from the 2020 Maison&Objet fair in Paris.
01 Silica ceramic basket
Performing as both a decorative and a practical piece, the Silica ceramic basket from Barcelona brand Octaevo is made of delicately woven earthenware, typifying the southern European aesthetic of organic forms and geometric lines. It is available in four contemporary hues. octaevo.com
02 Lola rug
Pop Art style and geometry marry in Rug Society’s Lola, a hand-tufted rug full of personality. Made with New Zealand wool and linen, Lola rug’s straight lines play off its round shape and its bright colours serve to beautifully complement timber interiors. rugsociety.eu
03 Assemble sofa
Designed by Destroyers/Builders, the Assemble sofa encourages exactly what its name suggests: assembling your own sofa. Inspired by weathered pebbles, the sofa’s asymmetrical cushions can be arranged in various forms, from two-seaters to poufs. valerie-objects.com
04 Woody pouf
Spanish brand Houtique has always been known for creating playful furniture that doesn’t take itself too seriously and the shaggy Woody pouf is no exception. Available in four colours, the Woody pouf is covered in hundreds of strands of neoprene. houtique.es
05 Frieze collection
Exuberant and colourful, each item in the Frieze collection from Ex.t has a strong architectural form. The Italian brand has collaborated with design practice Marcante-Testa to create the modular collection, which includes washbasins and various other bathroom accessories. ex-t.com
06 Level daybed
Designed by MSDS Studio for Woud, the Level daybed was inspired by the simple form of sawhorses and appears as a sheet laid across two sets of legs. Its leather mattress is available in a range of earthy shades, including ‘Moss Green,’ ‘Cognac’ and ‘Nougat.’ woud.dk
07 Junit light
German studio Schneid uses natural materials, striking colours and bold shapes in the Junit light, a modular pendant lamp that consists of eight discrete elements. The units are turned from high-quality ash wood before being painted in a local workshop. schneid.org
08 Jessi chair
Cross-disciplinary Antwerp-based designer Thomas Van Noten launched the Jessi chair at Maison&Objet. The chair showcases all of its joints, highlighting the designer’s interest in honest design and craftsmanship. Its curved structure gives it a timeless elegance. thomasvannoten.com
09 Jug by Laureline Galliot
One of six Maison&Objet Rising Talent Award winners, Laureline Galliot uses new technology to create objects that champion colour. Her 3D-printed Jug (pictured) empitomizes her design approach, which is inspired by the paintings of the Fauvism school. laurelinegalliot.com
10 Cape sofa
The minimalistic and sophisticated look of Softline’s Cape modular sofa is sure to add a modern touch to any space, and, with several modules to choose from, you can design it to fit your room perfectly. The slightly protruding seams are a soft, cosy accent. softline.dk
11 Asmara sofa
Designed by Bernard Govin for Ligne Roset, the Asmara modular sofa is characterized by wavy, almost-retro concave shapes that voluptuously embrace the human form. Ligne Roset’s products are exclusively available in Australia from Domo. domo.com.au
12 Soul Soft chair
At Maison&Objet, Pedrali released Soul Soft, designed by Eugeni Quitllet. With a solid ash wood frame and polycarbonate shell padded and upholstered in leather, the new seating recalls the silhouette of the original Soul collection and refines the idea of comfort. pedrali.it
13 Carnival lamps
Renowned for its hand-cut crystal objects and tableware, Reflections Copenhagen has collaborated with Design By Us to create a series of crystal ceiling lamps. True to its name, Carnival is a festive parade of crystal and colour that combines theatre and decadence. reflections-copenhagen.com
14 Blok shelf
Darkroom’s influences, ranging from the Bauhaus to the Post Modernists to the ancient tribes of the world, are reflected in the Blok freestanding shelving units. Hand-built in the United Kingdom, the shelf is available in various heights for different uses. darkroomlondon.com
15 Sandwich table collection
Displaying a combination of textures and materials, the straight lines of the Sandwich collection, by Untaller Studio, give it a harmonious balance. The table top is available in an extensive range of finishes and the base is available in iron or wood-clad options. verges.design