With both bold statements and understated elegance on display, there was a lot to digest at this years show. Read on to see our standouts.
Lining the stands at the Villepinte Exhibition Center was the pièce de résistance of newness. An eclectic mix of unique craft, quirky stand outs and mindful minimalism adorned the halls. Both design principles; more is more and less is more were relevant this year. With such a breadth of design styles on show, the hustle and bustle of buyers, designers and everyone in-between were left feeling inspired with an abundance of new ideas.
Here are 8 design trends and standouts we took away from the show:
Travel to a new dimension with the Oily and Pixel collections from Polspotten. This futuristic set stood tall, gleaming its kaleidoscopic spectrum across the room - which was almost impossible to miss. Adding any piece from this iridescent ceramic collection to your space will create an instant dopamine hit. But it didn't stop here, pockets of joy spanned their way across all halls. Glamour and sparkle had a rendezvous inside theJonathan Adler stand, where artisanal beaded wall art, blinding color and surrealist acrylic ornaments covered every surface.
On display at Gardeco's stand was an array of sculptural, artefactual like pieces derived from an assortment of natural materials. Such as the Bola Sabão collection made from soapstone by designer Tatiana Queiroz. These rounded treasures aren't only visually pleasing, they also provide function, with their ability to store belongings. Organically shaped ornaments transcended across the halls and could also be found at Ethnicraft. Where the Houses & Cities collection plays with the familiarity of architectural structures through reshaped tainted mahogany, sparking interest on every shelf.
Sustainability remained a strong message throughout this years show. With an abundance of deep rooted craft and built to last artisanal pieces. Perfectly aligning with this years 'take care' theme, Présence displayed breathtaking seat sculptures carved from trees at the end of their life. Inviting you inside the soul of nature itself, the sculptures were not only a seat, but an experience. An appointment with earth. While Danish design house Houe, emphasized the importance of seeing trash as a resource through their MyTRASH collection. Comprising of comfortable outdoor furniture pieces made from household waste.
From arching seats to looping lights, curves were unavoidable at this years show. Exemplified playfully by Portuguese brand Mambo in theirPyppe lighting collection. Combining pops of color and handmade frosted glass globes that beamed a welcoming glow. Snaking their way around the exhibition, curves also dominated Midj's stand. Their Qua-ndo collection showcased beautiful curved backed chairs positioned carefully to show their endless curvy composition possibilities.
Pedrali pastels transported us to a spot in the sun with their ice cream shades of outdoor furniture. Carefully designed, the elegant Memory chairs are comfortable and stylish. Perfectly paired with their Giravolta lamp, you can buy the entire look to freshen up your patio. But if this isn't colorful enough for you, Parisian rattan furniture brand L.Drucker put on a display of attention grabbing, woven masterpieces. Choose from hundreds of pre set weave and color compositions or customize your own for an array of different seating designs, such as armchairs, benches and barstools. They also offer a refurbishing service, so your seats are guaranteed to last for generations.
Pockets of magnificent neon stretched across the entire show, brightening every avenue. Laurent Badier's pop collection - made from acrylic glass and powder coated steel legs, mixes old school chair nostalgia with a playful and enticing twist. Having the power to add a touch of panache to any room. Energizing neon finishes could also be found on the Design By Us Casablanca chair and Ciergerie Des Premontres neon candle collection. Wherever you looked, blinding brights were unavoidable and an uplifting force.
Inspiring innovation popped up all around the show. Drawing you in, speaker brand Transparent created an immersive sound experience. Their transparent speakers not only look the part, but also play a part in the shift towards circular design. Made to last a lifetime, Transparent offer repairs and with their simple module design, also offer part upgrades, so you never have to buy new speakers. Their philosophy is also transparent - a scannable QR code on every product takes the owner to a carbon footprint tracker so they can measure how their footprint will change if they upgrade and order new parts - appealing to the fast growing eco conscious consumer. We also got to see the winners of the rising talent awards. Miguel Leiro showcased the Doric Chop lamp - a geometric decagon light box nodding to familiar and classic shapes found in architecture. Made from onyx and plexiglass, placed on the floor or a large table, this light box creates a beautiful ambiance.
Ferreira De Śa displayed their collection of ombré rugs, where lush piles of pearlescent pink progressing into aquatic blue, guided the eye across the floor. Pictured above, their Sea Coral shade shined across the stand demanding attention. Ombré effects were also present throughout Silk-ka's spectacle. Not only present on petals, they created a physical ombré experience that was easy to get lost in.
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