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Jason Mizrahi

Jason Mizrahi is an American designer based in Los Angeles whose work exists at the intersection of furniture, sculpture, and architecture. Educated in architecture at the Pratt Institute in New York, he brings an architectural sensibility to his collectible designs, creating pieces defined by fluid forms, precise proportions, and a refined sense of restraint. His practice challenges conventional notions of furniture, transforming functional objects into sculptural compositions that are both expressive and purposeful.

Working across seating, tables, and lighting, Mizrahi explores new manufacturing techniques and material possibilities to achieve unexpected forms while maintaining clarity and elegance. Characterized by minimal silhouettes and a strong attention to line and balance, his work has been exhibited internationally, including at SaloneSatellite in Milan, Maison&Objet, the London Design Fair, and the Architectural Digest Design Show. Through this approach, he continues to blur the boundary between art and function, creating objects that feel simultaneously quiet, bold, and timeless.

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Interview

Where were you born and where are you from?

Los Angeles, CA.

What is your first memory connected to the art world?

I remember wondering around the gift shop at the MOMA and was drawn to an entire row of postcards displaying the most influential paintings from all around the world. Seeing them side by side each with their own creative expression, created such a visual impact that inspired a new world of creativity for me.

Have you always worked in the art/design field?

I wouldn’t say I’ve worked in the art and design field as much as I have always been connected to it. I’ve always been a very visual and intuitive person, which has created an ongoing curiosity to see and experience what others are creating and keeps inspiring me to contribute to the journey as well.

What led you to design creation?

The impression one gets from experiencing something new is a feeling I continue to chase.

How would you describe your creative process and its influences?

My creative process is all about bringing hidden potential to the surface and creating compositions that showcase something new.

Could you describe a typical day of your work?

I prefer to dedicate my time preparing myself creatively by isolating myself from any interruption and just allowing myself to preserve a clear mind dedicated to design.

Why did you choose the specific materials you work with?

I enjoy working with metal and wood because it has the capability to transform into something that is visually powerful.

What are the technical particularities of your creations?

Creating striking compositions that embody the perfect balance between design and art.

What advice could you give to beginning artists who would like to create sculptural design works?

Don’t look at things for what they are, but rather what they can become. Learn to train your eyes and trust your intuition. If you can teach yourself how to make things, you’re already at a huge advantage because you’ll never find someone who will care about your creations as much as you.

If your works had to belong to a design movement, how would you define it?

The Minimalist Movement.

What designers and artists have influenced you?

I went to school to study architecture and have always been influenced by minimalist design that created a strong composition that was both silent and powerful. I was always drawn to architecture by John Parson, Marcio Kogan, and Santiago Calatrava. I’m also inspired by designers who achieved creative breakthroughs, such as Alexander McQueen, Ron Arad, Rick Owens, and Zaha Hadid.

What contemporary designers do you appreciate?

Silivia Fendi, Danielle Siggerud & Gabriel Hendifar.

What contemporary artists, in any kind of art, have you been inspired by?

Ron Aarad, Marc Newson, Alexander McQueen, Frank Gehry, Santiago Calatrava, Zaha Hadid, and Matt Hotch.

If you had to summarize your creations in one word or sentence, what would it be?

Contemporary.Design.Art

“Don’t look at things for what they are, but rather what they can become.”

The Questionnaire

The Questions

(The Proust Questionnaire is a set of questions answered by the French writer Marcel Proust.
Other historical figures who have answered confession albums are Oscar Wilde,
Karl Marx, Arthur Conan Doyle, Stéphane Mallarmé, Paul Cézanne…)

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Seeing your vision through, regardless of what it is.

What is your greatest fear?

Losing control.

What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?

Prioritizing others over myself.

What is the trait you most deplore in others?

Selfishness.

Which living person do you most admire?

Anyone who keeps going.

What is your greatest extravagance?

Quality of Sound & Music.

What is your current state of mind?

Today is a day to be better than tomorrow.

What do you consider the most overrated virtue?

Extroversion.

What is the quality you most like in a man?

Easy going.

What is the quality you most like in a woman?

Humor.

Which words or phrases do you most overuse?

Yeah, fine, whatever.

Which talent would you most like to have?

The ability to make whatever I wanted.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

More social and comfortable speaking.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

Being able to compete against the best designers in the world.

If you were to die and come back as a person or a thing, what would it be?

An international DJ. Live a life creating music, traveling and feeling the energy of the crowd.

Where would you most like to live?

London if it had more sun.

What is your most treasured possession?

My dog.

What do you regard as the lowest depth of misery?

Having the ability but no opportunity.

What is your favorite occupation?

Singer.

What is your most marked characteristic?

Too quiet.

What do you most value in your friends?

Empathy.

Who are your favorite writers?

Robert Henry, Louis Kahn, Marala Scott.

Who is your hero of fiction?

Matilda.

Which historical figure do you most identify with?

Jesus.

Who are your heroes in real life?

Those who put others before themselves.

What are your favorite names?

Bob, Julian, Sir Charles.

What is it that you most dislike?

Laziness.

What is your greatest regret?

Not mastering a specific skill.

How would you like to die?

Peacefully, unafraid and fulfilled.

What is your motto?

Be the one to change everything.

“Creating striking compositions that embody the perfect balance between design and art.”

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