When China fascinates French designers: a design between cultural interpretation and contemporary creation
Saturday 19 January —
16:00
- 16:45
The Talks
Description
Discussion with the co-founders of Maison Dada and Studio MVW to evoke their work and projects as French designers settled in China : inspirations, innovations, local "savoir-faire", cultural and economic problematics will be adressed.
Nos partenaires : MINI
Participants
Virginie MorietteDesigner & Founder - Studio MVW
Thomas DarielInterior Designer & Founder - Campus MaNa, Maison Dada & Dariel Studio
Sylvie AdigardJournalist & Producer
Virginie Moriette
Designer & Founder - Studio MVW
Virginie Moriette, 文吉, is graduated from Ecole Nationale Supérieure of Architecture of Paris La Villette and collaborate with architect Paul Andreu. In 2006, Virginie decided to move to China and together with Xu Ming they decide to set up their own design studio. Based in Shanghai and specialized in architecture, interior design and furniture design, Studio MVW is one of the most acclaimed design studios in China. Virginie and Ming have defined a unique signature style based on a cross-cultural philosophy, innovative sculptural, architectural shapes, exceptional materials as well as excellence in craftsmanship. Though this, they have reached a level of achievement in which their interventions allow the discovery of a new esthetic, immersing us into a spirit of nature. This in turn reveal man’s relationship with environment, with an uncompromisingly strong signature style and unique design. Known for their ability to subtly connect contemporary Western and Eastern aesthetics, they have won major international awards in Asia and Europe, including Wallpaper* Design Award en 2018 and 2014 ; the AD 100 China Design Talents Award in 2017, 2015 and 2013; ELLE Decoration International Design Award in 2013, 2011, 2009 and 2006. Studio MVW creations are displayed both in China and internationally. The studio collaborates with major design producers and brands while working for prominent private clients and companies specialized in luxury, hospitality and lifestyle. Limited-edition collections are showcased by Paris-based Galerie BSL and major world fairs such as PAD London/Paris, Nomad Monaco and The Salon Art + Design in New York.
Thomas Dariel
Interior Designer & Founder - Campus MaNa, Maison Dada & Dariel Studio
As a great grandson of a French furniture designer, grandson of a jazz musician and son of an architect, he has always drawn his strength and inspiration from his family heritage. French Designer by training and tireless traveler, he came to China in 2006 to launch his own interior design studio at the age of 24. Dariel has since earned the praise of the interior design industry. He has received several awards, among them selection for Best International Interior Designer – 2012 Andrew Martin Awards/ awarded Top 100 talents in Architecture and Design for AD Magazine in 2019, 2017, 2015 and 2013/ Top 40 Young Design Talents under 40 – 2013 Perspective 40 Under 40/ Top 10 Best Designer in China – Vantage Magazine 2016. In 2017, Thomas Dariel has been elected Best Young Designer of the Year by EDIDA China Awards and Best Designer of the Year by Trends and Trends Home magazines. Dariel draws his creativity from the different worlds of design, fashion, gastronomy, visual arts and luxury. His design philosophy is driven by his passion for breaking traditional codes and clichés which creates a new language for each design. By confronting heritage and cutting-edge innovations, combining French design heritage with Eastern cultural influence, Thomas Dariel’s open approach unfolds original perspectives. Thomas Dariel , a singular signature that he has extended with success to product design, signing with – among others – Cappellini, Lelièvre; Cire Trudon, Leblon Delienne. In 2016 and while pursuing his interior design activity, Thomas decided to revive a childhood’s dream by launching his own brand of furniture, lighting, rugs and accessories, Maison Dada. In 2020, Thomas was appointed co-president of the French Design Editor Federation. This new role allows him to reunite the French editors and speak as one voice as well as to promote the French Design and its singularity. Some of his design have entered the very prestigious French Mobilier National, writing history of the French creation. In 2021, Thomas Dariel is also leading the ambitious project of Campus Mana (Les Manufactures Nationales), a Design and Crafts International Campus located in French Burgundy where Design & Crafts workshops will be interacting with Design & Crafts Training at the highest level. In 2022, Thomas Dariel was awarded by Le FRENCH DESIGN 100 for his projects at Dariel Studio and Maison Dada.
Sylvie Adigard
Journalist & Producer
Sylvie Adigard is passionate about creation in the broadest sense, but about the art of living in particular. For many years she has been defending design, architecture and crafts on France 2. What interests her above all is the human encounter. Behind any form of creation, there is the passion and the gesture of a man or a woman... She likes them to tell their story and to explain their creative intention. France is full of talent... She is the witness of it. Sylvie Adigard has been a member of the commission of living heritage companies. She is a jury member and expert in many prestigious design, architecture and arts and crafts competitions and awards. She has also produced documentaries on design, architecture and French know-how.