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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.

Susana Simonpietri is the founder and creative director of Chango, a studio recognized for its refined yet relaxed approach to interiors. Her work balances polished sophistication with warmth and livability, creating spaces that feel layered, inviting, and deeply personal.

Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Simonpietri developed an early sensitivity to light, color, and the effortless atmosphere of coastal living—qualities that continue to shape her aesthetic today. After studying in Europe, she moved to New York, where she earned a Master’s degree in Interior Design and Interior Architecture from Pratt Institute before working across residential and hospitality design.

Founded in 2009, Chango reflects Simonpietri’s collaborative and thoughtful design philosophy. Working alongside her Brooklyn-based team, she creates interiors that combine beauty, comfort, and practicality, with an emphasis on spaces that feel timeless, welcoming, and tailored to each client.

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.

Simone Fanciullacci is an Italian designer whose work spans collectible furniture, lighting, and product design. Based in Milan, he combines a strong industrial design background with a sculptural sensibility, creating objects distinguished by refined geometries, material experimentation, and understated elegance.

After founding the design studio 4P1B, Fanciullacci established his independent practice in 2017 while continuing to teach at the Politecnico di Milano School of Design. His work has received international recognition, including the iF Design Award, the Good Design Award, and an Honourable Mention at the Compasso d’Oro, reflecting his commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and timeless design.

Sundo Yoon is a South Korean designer and artist based in Seoul, whose practice explores the intersection of furniture, sculpture, and abstraction. Inspired by the irregular forms found in both nature and digital environments, he creates collectible works that blur the boundary between functional objects and sculptural compositions, balancing expressive form with architectural restraint.

Working primarily with aluminum, Yoon combines metal fabrication techniques with an intuitive, process-driven approach that begins with freehand sketches and experimental compositions. Characterized by layered textures, bold silhouettes, and recurring geometric forms, his work transforms industrial materials into tactile objects distinguished by their sculptural presence and quiet material expression.