Categoría: Designers- Page 3

In the world of contemporary design, Henrik Pedersen stands out as a figure who fuses Scandinavian precision with a deeply human sensibility. Born in Denmark in 1967 and trained as a fashion designer in 1990, Pedersen has expanded his creative vision into furniture, lighting, and graphic design, establishing his studio 365° North in Aarhus. His approach is defined by a warm minimalism, where clean lines and natural curves are combined with honest materials to create pieces that transcend fleeting trends. The Imola armchair for BoConcept is an emblematic example of his ability to reinterpret classic forms with a contemporary perspective.

Educated between Belgium, Germany, and Italy, Bertrand Lejoly has developed a personal design language he defines as refined simplicity: a subtle blend of restrained expressiveness, collective memory, and architectural proportion. After collaborating for years with renowned studios such as Matteo Thun & Partners and Vincent Van Duysen Architects, he founded his own studio in 2021, where he creates functional, serene objects that strike a balance between the classical and the contemporary. Lejoly pays meticulous attention to context: his pieces do not seek to stand out through flamboyance, but rather to become part of a broader atmosphere. He has worked with

Born in Aalborg in 1914, Børge Mogensen is one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Scandinavian design. His approach, centered on functionality and simplicity, has left an enduring mark on modern furniture. Initially trained as a cabinetmaker, Mogensen went on to study at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts and later at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where he was a student of Kaare Klint. This dual education allowed him to combine traditional craftsmanship with rationalist design principles, resulting in pieces that balance aesthetics and utility. Between 1942 and 1950, he led the design studio of

Anatxu Zabalbeascoa (Barcelona, 1966) has devoted her professional life to telling the story of how we inhabit the world—through the spaces we live in, the objects we choose, and the materials that surround us. She is one of the most respected voices in cultural journalism in Spain, specializing in architecture, design, and contemporary art. With a sharp eye and a clear writing style, she has succeeded in turning design into an accessible narrative, without ever sacrificing rigor or depth. She studied Information Sciences at the Autonomous University of Barcelona and completed her education in Art History at The School of

In the world of design, some careers are built quietly but leave a lasting impact. Manel Molina’s is one of them: a path woven between the tradition of Barcelona design and a contemporary vision that has evolved without losing its authenticity. Born in Barcelona in 1963, Manel Molina studied design and interior design at EINA, one of Catalonia’s most important design schools. He began his professional journey in 1985 at the legendary Miguel Milà Studio, where he spent four years absorbing the essence of honest, functional, and deeply human design. Alongside his time at architecture studios such as Fco. Llorens,

For decades, her name was overshadowed by the studio she shared with her husband, but today, in an act of historical justice, Tove Kindt-Larsen (1906–1994) is being rediscovered as a key figure in modern Danish design. With a sensitive eye for natural materials, a fondness for curved forms, and a quiet determination, Tove was one of the first women designers to forge her own path during the golden age of design in Denmark. A precocious talent in a man’s world Born in Reddersen, her career began in 1931 alongside architect Thyge Hvass, and she quickly left her mark. Before marrying

Milá+Laucirica is a design studio based in Barcelona, founded by architects Borja Laucirica and Leopoldo Milá. Their work emerges from a deep exploration of materiality, sensuality, and the poetic nature of objects, blending aesthetic sensitivity with technical precision. Strongly influenced by context, history, and craftsmanship, their approach is rooted in resource optimization and the reinterpretation of what already exists. Through pragmatic design, they seek to create functional solutions that retain warmth and emotional resonance—both in objects and in spaces. Together, they balance their individual professional paths with their shared practice as designers, drawing from diverse experiences to enrich their creative

Joana Bover’s professional path is as singular as it is coherent. With a background in audiovisual media, she began her career in the 1990s as a press officer for production companies such as Ovídeo and Lola Films, where she worked alongside director Bigas Luna—a key figure in shaping her vision of design as storytelling. From that period, she inherited a distinct sensitivity for concept as applied to objects, and a cross-disciplinary perspective bridging art and everyday life. Motherhood marked a turning point that led her to collaborate with architects at the 1992 Seville Expo, creating iron structures that foreshadowed her

Nahtrang is a design studio based in Barcelona since 2004. The founders, Daniel Vila and Ester Pujol—both industrial designers trained at Escola Massana (Barcelona)—are the heart and soul of the practice. Over a 14-year career, they have worked on a wide range of projects including lighting, bathroom accessories, furniture, and urban furnishings, while always staying true to their philosophy: honest designs with clean, simple lines, creating a language that is direct and clear. This approach has earned them public recognition through awards such as the Silver ADI Award (2012), the NYCxDESIGN Award (2017), the Restaurant & Bar Product Design Award

Jorge Herrera sums up his approach to design with a clear statement: “Honest, simple, beautiful, and durable: my style, my work.” From the very beginning of his career, Jorge has aimed to create simple and essential objects and spaces—high-quality designs that are durable in terms of use, production, and concept. After years of global and multidisciplinary training, he founded his own studio on the premise of producing through simple, detailed, and passionate processes. Jorge Herrera’s design philosophy is defined by a pursuit of balance between simplicity, functionality, and beauty: the foundation of his style and the core of his work.