Philia
Magazine

Clément Thevenot is a French designer born in Normandy in 2000. Working across collectible design, art, and craftsmanship, he leads a multidisciplinary practice that explores the relationship between objects, space, and imagination.

Educated between the École Supérieure de Design de Troyes and the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Thevenot developed a design approach shaped by both cultural exchange and material experimentation. Early experiences in an art foundry and alongside designer Vincent Dubourg further informed his interest in creating objects that extend beyond functionality and engage with narrative and emotion.

Drawing inspiration from the Radical Design movement, his work blurs the boundaries between art and design, resulting in sculptural pieces that challenge conventions and invite new ways of experiencing the domestic environment.

Born in 1986 and originally from the French Alps, Cécile Ducommun is a ceramic artist based in Lentilly, in France’s Monts du Lyonnais region. A self-taught maker, she creates stoneware vessels and sculptural objects distinguished by their organic forms and tactile surfaces. Entirely hand-built, her pieces are produced as unique works or in small series, each carrying its own individual character and subtle imperfections.

OHLA STUDIO is a multidisciplinary design practice founded in 2017 by Giulia Zink and Mat Trumbull, specializing in art direction, interior design, landscape design, and creative consultancy. Working across residential, hospitality, retail, and cultural projects, the studio develops environments that are rooted in place, shaped by narrative, and enriched through close collaboration with artisans and local makers.

Drawing inspiration from centuries of craft traditions and regional knowledge, OHLA STUDIO reinterprets age-old practices through a contemporary lens. Their work uncovers the character of overlooked places and forgotten techniques, creating authentic spaces and experiences that balance heritage with innovation, familiarity with discovery.

Batten and Kamp is the collaborative art and design practice of Alexandra Batten and Daniel Kamp, a New Zealand-born duo creating collectible furniture and sculptures that combine organic and industrial materials in refined, minimalist compositions. Their work explores the tensions between nature and culture, comfort and discomfort, and the relationship between people and their environment.

Recognized by Design Anthology with the Emerging Talent Award, Batten and Kamp have presented solo exhibitions in Hong Kong and Tokyo, while exhibiting internationally with galleries and institutions across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Their works are held in the permanent collection of OMM Museum in Turkey and have been showcased at major events, including PAD Paris and Art Basel Hong Kong.

Antoine Maurice is a French self-taught designer and maker whose practice explores the intersection of functional design and sculpture. Through his workshop, he creates unique handcrafted pieces distinguished by their tactile qualities, organic forms, and careful attention to texture, light, and materiality.

Drawing inspiration from both humanity and nature, Maurice develops works that blur the boundary between everyday objects and sculptural expression. Working primarily with high-quality French wood, often reclaimed and meticulously selected, he creates pieces that evoke a sense of warmth, sensuality, and connection to the natural world.

Rooted in observation, experimentation, and craftsmanship, his practice reflects a commitment to thoughtful, sustainable creation, establishing a dialogue between art, design, and daily life.