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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.

Lauren Geremia is the principal designer of Geremia Design, an AD100 multi-disciplinary studio focused on interior design and art consulting. Lauren’s innovative design vision comes from a background in fine art and an appreciation for hand-crafted sensibilities. After studying painting at the Rhode Island School of Design, Lauren established her business creating sleek and imaginative headquarters for a host of tech-industry power players before pausing to educate herself more deeply in furniture and residential architecture.

Inspired by historical references in design and pattern, Lauren embraces color at every turn. She traditionally begins her process by selecting art and hand-mixing her own paint colors to develop the groundwork for each project palette. Intrigued by the juxtaposition of old and new, novel and familiar, subtle and dramatic, she leads her team in creating spaces with an unexpected alchemy. Creativity is central to everything we do.

Lauren has been acclaimed by Forbes Magazine’s “30 Under 30”, Architectural Digest’s AD100, and 1stDibs’ “1stDibs 50”, and has received numerous accolades for her work.

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.

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.