Thisispaper Issue 109
Welcome, today we’ve picked 10 new projects for you. Enjoy!
Thisispaper Collect: In conversation with Harriet Davey
In her day-to-day life, Harriet is a titan of work, a testament to the evident passion that is her art, her life. Her dynamic approach to digital art is fascinating, mirroring her multifaceted talents and distinctive charm. There's an uncanny similarity between Harriet and her characters - a fusion of ethereal and human qualities that echoes through her art.
Designed by Tatsuro Miki and Axel Vervoordt, Meridiano stands on Oaxaca's coastline, challenging the boundaries between art space architecture and the natural world.
Letting go and being open to the unknown is perhaps the most challenging aspect for studio THER where this ongoing dialogue and experiment fundamentally shaped their ethos of work. Our conversation in partnership with Oakywood brand took place in Lisbon, within the confines of their home—a quiet oasis that stands apart from the urban flurry. This space, a harmonious blend of living area, workshop, and showroom, seamlessly encapsulates their aesthetic and inspirations.
"TERRA" by Modem Works and Panter&Tourron, redefines our digital existence with a compass that guides users on mindful, AI-powered trails, fostering a reconnection with the environment away from smartphone distractions.
Under the guidance of Isern Serra, who carved his niche in innovative retail and office spaces, the new GIGI Studios headquarters is a bold experiment in redefining the workspace.
Veronika Janovec - A Tale of Density, Darkness, and Simplicity
Speaking with Veronika, you know you're about to meet an artist, as she speaks of her work with eyes ignited with determination. "My attention now is on the treatment of the surface, on the craft of glazing; something that hasn’t initially been my primary focus”. The ever so slight unpredictability of glaze is charming, often yielding outcomes that surpass control, transforming apparent mistakes into aesthetic marvels, enriching the narrative of each piece.
The Lift Sofa for MOR subtly showcases its final gentle and natural look without immediately revealing its industrial inspirations at first glance.
Casa TD crafted by the collaborative forces of Skye Maunsell Studio, Jordi Veciana, and Juan Gurrea Rumeu, this single-family residence sprawls over 420m^2 in L’Ampolla, a town bearing the scars of mass tourism and real estate speculation.
The "Hi Toilet" designed by Kazoo Sato, nestled within the verdant surrounds of Nanago Dori Park in Tokyo's bustling Shibuya financial district, represents a pivotal moment in the intersection of technology, public health, and urban design.
In 'Space and Steppe,' Baurjan Bismildin, along with his discerning team undertakes an insightful expedition across the vast expanses of the Kazakh Steppe.
In an era where the demarcation between the digital and the material increasingly blurs, ERM Studio emerges at the forefront with its latest offering, the Materia Digital collection.