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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.

Nicole Fuller is the founder and principal of Nicole Fuller Interiors, an internationally recognized practice known for creating richly layered residential and commercial interiors defined by sophistication, individuality, and refined luxury. Named to the A-List by ELLE Decor and the Gold List by Luxe Interiors + Design, Fuller is celebrated for her highly personalized approach and meticulous attention to detail.

Originally working in fashion as both a model and director of fashion films, Nicole brings a strong sense of style, narrative, and visual composition to her interiors. Deeply influenced by art and her upbringing in a creative environment, she has cultivated longstanding relationships within the art world, seamlessly integrating collectible works and bespoke pieces into her projects.

Her distinctive design sensibility has attracted an international clientele across the creative industries, including artists, musicians, and fashion figures such as Usher, Gianvito Rossi, Steven Klein, Cass Bird, and Questlove.

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.

Ludovic Clément d’Armont is a French designer, artist, and founder of Semeur d’Étoiles, a studio that continues his family’s long tradition of artisans spanning glassmaking, painting, woodworking, and the decorative arts. Trained as both an engineer and an artist, his multidisciplinary practice bridges scientific knowledge with artistic intuition, creating sculptural lighting and objects that explore the relationship between mathematics, nature, and human perception.

Guided by the belief that science and nature follow the same universal principles, Clément d’Armont combines experimentation with craftsmanship to develop works that unite technical precision with poetic expression. Through this dialogue between analysis and imagination, his creations seek to reveal the harmony between natural phenomena, scientific discovery, and the human experience.

Zoe Feldman is the founder of her eponymous interior design studio, established in 2004 and based between Washington D.C. and New York City. Known for her fresh and modern interpretation of classic design principles, Feldman creates interiors that balance bold color, rich texture, and playful sophistication with a strong sense of warmth and livability.

Drawing inspiration from art, architecture, and fashion, her work reflects a layered approach shaped by both mid-century modern influences and traditional design training. After studying at Parsons School of Design in New York, Feldman worked at the AD100 firm Mark Hampton under the mentorship of Alexa Hampton, an experience that continues to inform her refined yet approachable aesthetic.

Working on residential projects nationwide, Feldman collaborates closely with creatives, collectors, and design enthusiasts to create interiors that feel personal, timeless, and deeply expressive.