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Saerom Yoon is a Seoul-based artist and designer whose sculptural furniture is inspired by the quiet beauty of the natural world. Drawing from the shifting colours of sunrise and sunset, as well as the textures of clouds, water, ice, and tree bark, his work translates fleeting natural phenomena into poetic, collectible forms.

Guided by a sensitive approach to material and form, Yoon creates furniture that captures the atmosphere and rhythm of nature. Through subtle textures and fluid compositions, his work invites contemplation while bringing a sense of calm and quiet elegance to contemporary interiors.

Melis Tatlıçıbasi is a Turkish interior and furniture designer whose practice explores the relationship between sculptural form, craftsmanship, and everyday function. Working through her studio ME.T, she creates collectible furniture and lighting distinguished by clean lines, organic curves, and a refined minimalist aesthetic inspired by architecture and contemporary living. Guided by a passion for material exploration, her work balances expressive forms with timeless simplicity.

Studio AOAO is an Amsterdam-based interdisciplinary design studio founded in 2020 by Alicja Strzyzynska and Onur Iseri. Working at the intersection of art, sculpture, and collectible design, the duo creates handcrafted pieces that explore the relationship between object, space, and human experience.

Defined by organic forms, tactile surfaces, and a sculptural approach to functionality, AOAO’s work blurs the boundary between furniture and art. Through lighting, objects, and sculptural works, the studio develops pieces that evoke contemplation, emotion, and a deeper connection to materiality.

Rooted in craftsmanship and experimentation, Studio AOAO has developed a distinctive design language characterized by expressive forms, rich textures, and a poetic exploration of the dialogue between the physical and the metaphysical.

Marie Jeunet is a Paris-based artist and designer whose practice explores the expressive potential of light through sculptural objects and collectible lighting. Working with refined materials and minimalist forms, she creates poetic compositions that reveal subtle reflections, luminous refractions, and shifting perceptions, transforming light into an immersive sensory experience.

Guided by a delicate balance between craftsmanship and experimentation, Jeunet’s work celebrates the unique qualities of each material while inviting contemplation and imagination. Through understated forms and ethereal light effects, her creations blur the boundaries between art and design, bringing a quiet sense of wonder to the spaces they inhabit.

Le Berre Vevaud is the Paris-based design and interior architecture studio founded by Raphaël Le Berre and Thomas Vevaud. Working across interiors, collectible furniture, lighting, and bespoke objects, the duo develops a distinctive design language that combines French decorative tradition with contemporary sensibilities. Guided by a deep appreciation for exceptional craftsmanship, noble materials, and refined color palettes, their practice creates environments and objects that balance sculptural expression with everyday functionality.

Drawing inspiration from Art Deco, Bauhaus, the Memphis movement, and modernist architecture, Le Berre Vevaud explores the interplay of organic forms, rich materiality, and meticulous detailing. Through close collaboration with French artisans and manufacturers, the studio produces timeless works distinguished by their elegance, technical precision, and enduring sense of craftsmanship.