Maison&Objet, the world’s leading organisation for international design, interior decoration and lifestyle, will present for the first time in Hong Kong Maison&Objet Design Factory, as well as Hong Kong Design on Stage, as part of DesignInspire at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 5 to 7 December.
Unveiling an unparalleled design experience, these two showcases lay the first stone of Maison&Objet’s presence in the city. It is set to offer global exposure and facilitate connections among world-class designers, artisans, innovative brands and manufacturers.
Created 30 years ago, Maison&Objet is globally recognised for its biannual trade fairs in Paris, featuring over 2,500 exhibitors from over 150 countries.
Shades of Sustainability (Chromo Sapiens), curated by Uchronia for French Design
By stepping in Hong Kong for the first time, Maison&Objet aims to highlight the crucial importance of innovative design solutions in shaping the future of Hong Kong and Asia. This marks a significant milestone for the city. Long considered as a hub for commercial exchanges between East and West, Hong Kong is striving to become an international metropolis of arts, culture, design and creativity. In sync with the renowned Business of Design Week and DesignInspire, the Maison&Objet exhibitions are part of the first edition of a Design Week, similar to the Art Week in March.
Philippe Delhomme, President Executive of the Board of Maison&Objet, said: “Design goes far beyond functionality and aesthetics. We want to shift our collective perception of the purpose of design and recognise how creativity has been making design more intentional and thoughtful. We are thrilled to bring to Hong Kong the experience that is Maison&Objet Design Factory alongside Hong Kong Design on Stage for the very first time, marking a milestone during our 30th anniversary year. I am excited to see how the public receives us as we put the spotlight on the future of design and the power of creativity, bringing world-class designers and artisans to the forefront, advancing global design dialogue while highlighting Hong Kong’s vibrant creative industry and fostering connections within the design community.”
Terra Cosmos: spaces full of future promise, curated by Elizabeth Leriche
Maison&Objet Design Factory
The showcase will feature the latest approach in “conscious design”, particularly in the aspects of circularity, sustainable materials, and end of life solutions, all presented in an immersive setting to highlight key concepts that introduce responsible interactions with our environment.
Across five zones, Maison&Objet Design Factory will bring together over 120 different brands and designers representing the best of environmentally friendly practices from Asia and Europe, as well as 21 world-renowned artisans embodying excellence in the fine crafts, thus creating an immersive journey through sustainable and innovative design practices. Renowned Chinese and French artisans will share more about their techniques with the local audience.
“We are convinced that this exhibition will allow visitors to understand and rise up on the subject of the development of design respectful of our environment, to reinforce the leadership of Hong Kong in terms of arts, culture and creative sectors and finally to aggregate the entire community of distributors and especially architects carrying out major projects in the region.We hope for favourable feedback which will allow us to ensure a presence of Maison&Objet Factory in the coming years and to strengthen our partnership,” Delhomme explained.
“Hong Kong Design on Stage” pavilion designed by LAAB
Hong Kong Design on Stage
Organised in collaboration with Alliance Française de Hong Kong, Hong Kong Design on Stage will feature 10 distinguished Hong Kong-based designers, with the aim to foster dynamic exchanges among international brands and designers, and to promote enhanced yet responsible urban lifestyles and practices.
Eight visionary designers and design studios have been handpicked through a competition that highlighted sustainable design principles. Alongside these emerging designers and concepts, two master designers from Hong Kong, Otto Ng and Michael Young, will be present at the event.
Designed by LAAB creative team under architect Otto Ng, the pavilion embodies a circular theme symbolising unity and harmony.
Talking about Hong Kong, Delhomme shared: “I have always been impressed by the fascinating mix of old and new, luxury and more humble spaces and especially by the liveliness that reigns in the city. Last year, I was struck by the presence of distributors presenting products with cutting-edge design and by the many projects of restaurants, hotels and living spaces that work with designers who were highlighted by the Maison&Objet show.”
More details about the two events can be found here:
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