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What is Interior Design in the Digital Age (1990–2026)? The rise of digital design since the 1990s has not only transformed our interfaces and screens. It has reshaped how we live at home, introducing new habits, new spatial rituals, and a visual language that feels unmistakably contemporary. In these decades, interior design has been in…
Introduction The Biedermeier style embodies the refined bourgeois elegance of Central Europe in the early nineteenth century. Between 1815 and 1848, across German-speaking regions (Austria, Southern Germany, and Bohemia) a distinctive aesthetic emerged, reflecting the aspirations of a cultivated middle class seeking domestic comfort and accessible beauty. This style is defined by its elegant restraint and…
In the era of ephemeral design, Samuel Heath embodies an unwavering conviction: every detail matters. This century-old British manufactory doesn’t seek to seduce at first glance. It establishes itself as an evidence, that of objects whose perfection reveals itself through use. Founded in 1884 in Warwickshire, in the midst of the Arts and Crafts movement,…
The philosophy of discreet luxury Among the current trends in luxury and high-end interior decoration, Quiet Luxury doesn’t show off: it’s experienced. It reveals itself in the density of washed linen, the feel of solid wood, the perfection of invisible joinery. Its roots delve into a culture of measure and long-term thinking: old houses, inherited…
Why the Atollo, born in 1977, is still an absolute icon? There are lamps that you replace. And then there’s the Atollo. An icon of Italian design created in 1977 by the Milanese designer Vico Magistretti for Oluce, it has never been retouched, modified or “reissued”. It is sold today exactly as in 1977, or…
It was completely by chance that I discovered the work of artist Diango Hernández: it was an artistic coup de foudre. The image is so perfect that at first I feared it might be AI! Oh, what do I see, these are his paintings on canvas! I briefly explore Diango’s entire body of work… It’s…
Between artisanal heritage and designer creation After the flashy years of high-tech kitchens and Nordic minimalist effusions, a more nuanced approach emerges: that of understated luxury and exceptional craftsmanship. It is precisely in this territory that Obumex stands out, a Belgian manufacturer that transcends categories to offer a vision where the kitchen becomes inhabited sculpture….
Stephen Franklin: Master of the ancestral art of upholstery and fabric walling In the demanding world of traditional upholstery, where centuries-old techniques meet contemporary excellence, Stephen Franklin stands as an undeniable reference. With nearly fifty years of expertise, royal clientele, and unprecedented distinctions awarded by the most prestigious craft institutions, this British craftsman embodies the…
Art Deco inspires today’s wallpaper and wallcovering designs Wallpapers and wallcoverings inspired by Art Deco are the key to a world of sophisticated glamour and timeless elegance. This iconic style, born in the Roaring Twenties, continues to captivate with its distinctive blend of luxury, modernity and geometric precision. Far from being a relic of the…
New York, 1950. The Museum of Modern Art inaugurates its first “Good Design” exhibition, organized by Edgar Kaufmann Jr. In the MoMA galleries, Scandinavian furniture, Japanese objects, and American ceramics coexist according to a single criterion: the intrinsic quality of design, regardless of price or prestige. While Mid-Century Modern celebrates American prosperity and Europe rebuilds,…
The Mid-Century Modern movement (1945-1965) emerged in post-war America as a celebration of optimism, innovation, and democratic design. Born from the convergence of Bauhaus principles, Scandinavian simplicity, and American industrial ambition, this aesthetic revolutionized domestic interiors with its organic forms, bold colors, and functionalist ethos. More than a style, it embodied the aspirations of a…
In large-scale interior architecture projects, textiles are not merely decorative elements applied a posteriori. They engage in dialogue with structure, correct acoustics, sculpt light, and confer upon a space its sensory identity. Noble fibers don’t impose themselves through their cost, but through their capacity to inhabit space enduringly. In the realm of high-end decoration, textile…
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