Aequo.design has unveiled a new design collection in collaboration with the OBJ Collection for the prestigious Palais de Tokyo. This collection encompasses a myriad of practical and imaginative design objects, embodying the modern art ethos of the Parisian art center.
The collection includes items ranging from furniture pieces to intricate artefacts, each conveying a unique story and inspiration. These objects serve as symbolic tributes to the vibrant art and culture of Paris, echoing the ethos of the city.
The collaboration offers a variety of items, notably chic bowls emanating charm and versatility. These items boast an intriguing element of functional ambiguity, leaving their purpose to the user’s creativity. They interact harmoniously with other pieces in the collection, enhancing the aesthetics of any space.
Every design piece, including their packaging, is crafted from industrial materials and locally manufactured in France. They uphold the balance between the cultural symbolism of the Palais de Tokyo and inventive creativity.
Unveiling Aequo.design’s imaginative collection at Palais de Tokyo
These elements provoke visitor engagement, inviting open interpretations.
The collection was commissioned by Palais de Tokyo with the objective of extending its influence beyond its physical confines. Each design object reflects the unique aesthetic and innovative spirit of the institution, serving as a connection to its rich history and unique institutional perspective.
Aemphasis lies on shape, substance, and sustainability in Aequo.design’s collection. Each component speaks to the importance of local manufacturing and embodies the institutional commitment to permaculture, resulting in unique miniature works of art and a dialogue around responsible consumption.
The collection showcases the harmony of human ingenuity and natural beauty, featuring recycled timber tables and ethically sourced metal lights. Each product illustrates Aequo.design’s ethos: reformulating our interaction with, and design of, our living spaces from a sustainable perspective.
The design team perceives these objects as embodying a ‘memory of the place’. Their functionality adds an additional interpretation that intrigues and engages visitors, producing a memorable experience. These objects do not just invite visual appreciation, but promote deeper exploration into memory evocation and interpretation, shifting our perspective on art and design interaction.
