Anastasiia Biletska
The collective stand "Ukrainian Design Brands" will present new collections from Ukrainian manufacturers during one of the largest professional exhibitions, Maison et Objet.
The most famous and elegant design and decor exhibition, Maison&Objet, is celebrating its thirtieth anniversary. Over three decades, the Paris Salon has brought together thousands of participants and tens of thousands of visitors from America, Britain, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia twice a year in its pavilions.
The theme for the anniversary year is future technologies that coexist in harmony with nature and are reflected in architectural interiors, futuristic decor forms, and a palette of new shades.
During the Paris Salon, which will take place from January 18 to 22, 2024, visitors will be introduced to new names in Ukrainian design along with globally recognized brands. For the sixth year, the collective stand "Ukrainian Design Brands" showcases the most interesting objects of contemporary Ukrainian design at the exhibition.
The participants are:dobro is a designer furniture brand where the creation of each product involves solving specific problems and ensuring multifunctionalityDONNA produces original interior items in collaboration with some of the most renowned Ukrainian designersFURN OBJECT creates eccentric yet comfortable interior pieces.kint is an interior design brand that imbues its products with additional sensesllab.design is a furniture and decor brand specializing in natural stoneRUDA Studio creates interior items inspired by natural materials and traditional straw marquetry techniques.TAKE SOME ROPE is a studio specializing in art tapestries, founded by textile artist Yulia TishchenkoWOO is a furniture design company that has been creating and manufacturing concise sculptural forms and playful objects for seven years
All the companies featured at Maison et Objet showcase the rapid evolution of Ukrainian design in recent years. The exhibition space is designed by Oksana Shumelda and O.M.Shumelda design and architecture studio. Graphic design by OdesaCityLetters project.
The organization of the Ukrainian stand at Maison et Objet is supported by the USAID Competitive Economy Program in Ukraine.The project is implemented by the Public Association "Fund for Support of Reforms in Ukraine" in collaboration with the company MAINO.
Curatorial team: Anastasiia Biletska, Sana Moreau