The Art of Design Issue 58 2022 | Page 38

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FOCUS ‘ 22

CELEBRATING THE MAKER ’ S HAND WITH TOLLGARD SHOWROOM

The craftsmen take centre stage for FOCUS ’ 22 . As a treasure trove of international contemporary design , the Tollgard showroom presents a selection of talented makers at this year ’ s FOCUS design week .
From their showroom in the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour , they bring together some of the world ’ s most iconic names in design , from the likes of Italian masters Ceccotti Collezioni & Giorgetti , to Scandinavian stars Fritz Hansen and North American makers Man of Parts & Knoll . We look at some of the new names to join their roster , including Mexican artisans Luteca , French designers La Manufacture , and Danish master makers Malte Gormsen - alongside many more .
MAKERS IN MEXICO , INTRODUCING LUTECA
Beautifully embracing the rich heritage of Latin America and Mexico , Luteca specialises in contemporary and modernist design . Founded in New York in 2015 by Amanda and Sébastien Réant , the brand is the first to showcase timeless and handcrafted Mexican design to an international audience . Sustainably produced in Mexico with talented craftsmen , artisan techniques and natural materials , these pieces radiate an architectural warmth that captures the senses .