Miminat Shodeinde
Miminat Shodeinde is a British-Nigerian artist and designer whose multidisciplinary practice explores the intersection of art, architecture, and collectible design. Born and raised in London, she approaches creation as a dialogue between the poetic and the practical, developing sculptural works and immersive environments that challenge conventional distinctions between form and function. Her work is distinguished by a refined balance of contrast and harmony, where contemporary sensibilities coexist with timeless influences to create pieces that are both expressive and deeply considered.
Drawing on her diverse cultural background and architectural perspective, Shodeinde creates objects and spaces that emphasize atmosphere, materiality, and spatial experience. Defying easy categorization, her practice moves fluidly between art and design, resulting in works that are sophisticated, functional, and rich in personality. Through a thoughtful integration of sculpture, design, and architecture, she continues to shape a distinctive creative language that is both elegant and emotionally resonant.
Interview
I was born in London, and my heritage is British-Nigerian.
My earliest memory would be visiting art galleries or museums as a child and feeling distinctly captivated by the sculptures. The weight, the shapes, and the intention behind each piece.
I have always been involved in design. I studied arts and architecture, which was my foundation.
For as long as I can remember, I have been drawn to beauty in form, and when I couldn’t find what I envisioned, I turned to making it.
I simplify forms until they feel inevitable. I play with form, shape, scale, and the language in between to maintain a delicate balance.
No two days are the same… I can spend hours in design, have hour-long phone calls with the team, look for inspiration across all channels, and balance spreadsheets. My work is endless but very entertaining, and I feel very lucky to do what I do.
They’re very precise. Even when something looks simple, there’s a significant amount of structural thinking behind it. Proportion is everything, and a few millimeters can completely change the feeling of a piece and how it is experienced.
Be patient. Learn and craft structure. Understand and immerse yourselves in materials properly and deeply. Avoid rushing into complexity, simplicity is more challenging than it looks.
Images courtesy of Miminat Designs
Borris Mirror. Images courtesy of Miminat Designs
I wouldn’t place myself and my work into a strict wave of design, but it would be between minimalism and brutalist architecture.
Tadao Ando, Maria Pergay, and Mies.
I admire designers who are disciplined with form and material – those who create objects that feel timeless rather than driven by trends.
I find myself returning to artists who work with scale and materiality. I’m particularly drawn to work that feels grounded and intentional – for the moment, it would be Verena Bachl who is our current artist in residence in our London atelier & showroom. Her work is incredibly special, and it’s a joy to be able to showcase it in our space.
Quiet Strength.
I strongly believe sculptural design is about presence. It’s not only how something is perceived, but the way it interacts with space…
“I play with form, shape, scale and the language in between to maintain a delicate balance.”
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…)
Sauna, design, and olives of any kind.
Crocodiles!
Overthinking.
Dishonesty.
My mummy.
Great taste in shoes.
Focused.
Perfectionism.
Integrity.
Strength.
NRIN Vessels. Photo by Edvinas Bruzas
Iman Chaise. Images courtesy of Miminat Designs
“Beautiful”.
Fluency in many languages.
Nothing.
My team.
A refined, rich bottle of red wine.
A chateau.
My old computer storage drives.
Lack of family support.
What I do.
Charisma.
Open Communication.
Scott Fitzgerald.
Jay Gatsby.
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My mummy.
Arabic / Muslim names.
Tuna.
I don’t have any.
Peacefully.
Grow, grow, grow.
Photo by Genevieve Lutkin
“I strongly believe sculptural design is about presence. It’s not only how something is perceived, but the way it interacts with space.”
Photo by Genevieve Lutkin 
Images courtesy of Miminat Designs
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