Design addicts worldwide had earmarked September 2 - 6, 2016 on their calendars for the second Maison&Objet PARIS event of the year. For its duration, Parisian and international design took over the halls of the Parc des Expositions Paris Nord Villepinte and drew attendees thirsting for designers' latest takes on what can add visual happiness to people's lives. To note, although visitors were smaller in numbers this year due to the sad problems that France has faced as of late, those who did show up were determined to support the design world and therefore help propagate the importance of imagination even in very difficult times.
 
As the name suggests, Maison&Objet is a design fair dedicated more to objects than furniture, where objects of every shape and size joyfully take center stage.

Designer of the Year for the September 2016, MAISON&OBJET PARIS  was named Ilse Crawford who handlef the scenography of the Designers’ Studio, in Hall 8. Photo © EDUCOS.

Designer of the Year for the September 2016, MAISON&OBJET PARIS  was named Ilse Crawford who handlef the scenography of the Designers’ Studio, in Hall 8. Photo © EDUCOS.

We were excited to see renowned British designer, Ilse Crawford, receive the Designer of the Year award who, along with her design studio, Studioilse, took over the scenography of the Designer's Studio in Hall 8 creating within it a world straight out of her own imagination, featuring some of the incredible items signed by Studioilse. We couldn't help but notice the Studioilse-designed Perching Stools for Artifort, the Touch Benches for ZANAT and the charming WO84 Table Lamps designed for Wästberg
 
In general, Maison&Objet Paris 2016 highlighted a juxtaposition of techniques and materials. From the technologically advanced Modular Alphabet of Light by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) for Artemide, to the wooden Sculptural Chair by Kristina Dam Studio, which didn’t require a single tool for its assembly. And from the marble collection by Greek designer Spiros Soulis for Iktinos Marmaron, to OCTAEVO's Perforated Paper Vases, every item celebrated innovation and timelessness.
 
Design was featured from all across the world, this year, as is often the case, saw Scandinavian design’s many various representations at Maison&Objet, proving once again its strong presence in the international scene.   
 
Meanwhile, Paris Design Week (Sept. 3 - Sept. 10, 2016) with its 300 participants and plethora of events and exhibitions held throughout the city occurred concurrently to Maison&Objet, giving design seekers even more reasons to fully immerse themselves in this celebration of Parisian and international design. We left Paris with our own imaginations teeming with a visual celebration… and can only venture to guess what our destination will be come January 20 - 24, 2017 when the Maison&Objet PARIS design festivities revisit the city...
 
Be sure to also visit:
Maison&Objet ASIA in Singapore on March 7-10, 2017.
Maison&Objet AMERICAS in Miami Beach on May 10-13, 2017.

Touch Trays by Studioilse for ZANAT.

Touch Trays by Studioilse for ZANAT.

The Collar collection by Daniel Debiasi and Federico Sandri (Something design studio) for Stelton.

The Collar collection by Daniel Debiasi and Federico Sandri (Something design studio) for Stelton.

Animal Cushions by Koziel.

Animal Cushions by Koziel.

Pathetic Trophy - Black Surface by MAISON JULIEN VERMEULEN. Goose feathers dyed in black, cut one by one, and golden pheasant feathers, on a cotton canvas. 116x81cm. Photo ©Antoine Lippens.

Pathetic Trophy - Black Surface by MAISON JULIEN VERMEULEN. Goose feathers dyed in black, cut one by one, and golden pheasant feathers, on a cotton canvas. 116x81cm. Photo ©Antoine Lippens.

Designed by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen, the Pebble collection for serving cheese consists of four different utensils and a serving board in two sizes. 

Designed by Simon Legald for Normann Copenhagen, the Pebble collection for serving cheese consists of four different utensils and a serving board in two sizes. 

Icon Cups from the Zaha Hadid tableware collection 2016.

Icon Cups from the Zaha Hadid tableware collection 2016.

Arne Clausen • White porcelain plate with dark blue lotus pattern by Lucie Kaas. 

Arne Clausen • White porcelain plate with dark blue lotus pattern by Lucie Kaas.
 

Modular Alphabet of Light by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) for Artemide.

Modular Alphabet of Light by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) for Artemide.

Modular Alphabet of Light by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) for Artemide.

Modular Alphabet of Light by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) for Artemide.

JAZZ wall panel by Wonderwall Studios.

JAZZ wall panel by Wonderwall Studios.

Dripper & Jug by Hyun Sanghwa.

Dripper & Jug by Hyun Sanghwa.

Sculptural Chair by Kristina Dam Studio (assembled without any tools!).

Sculptural Chair by Kristina Dam Studio (assembled without any tools!).

Shoulder bag "Busy City | BAUHAUS 2" in calf skin leather, digital printed with removable and adjustable shoulder strap by Passerin-nonpareil / Adrian Cruz Chavez, Carolina Jimenez Andrioli and Francesca Neri.​

Shoulder bag "Busy City | BAUHAUS 2" in calf skin leather, digital printed with removable and adjustable shoulder strap by Passerin-nonpareil / Adrian Cruz Chavez, Carolina Jimenez Andrioli and Francesca Neri.​

Bauhaus-inspired Dash Candlestick by Kristina Dam Studio.

Bauhaus-inspired Dash Candlestick by Kristina Dam Studio.

ALIGN pen by BEYOND OBJECT.

ALIGN pen by BEYOND OBJECT.

The slim modern copper lighting by Anour (Arash Nourinejad).

The slim modern copper lighting by Anour (Arash Nourinejad).

STASIS table lamp by Bert Frank.

STASIS table lamp by Bert Frank.

PLAMEN candleholder by Studio Macura.

PLAMEN candleholder by Studio Macura.

Black Orion in Marquina marble, designed by Dan Yeffet for OOUMM Paris.

Black Orion in Marquina marble, designed by Dan Yeffet for OOUMM Paris.

ABSTRACTION poster 50X70 cm by Ferm Living.

ABSTRACTION poster 50X70 cm by Ferm Living.

Acrylic OFFICE BOX by NOMESS Copenhagen.

Acrylic OFFICE BOX by NOMESS Copenhagen.

Momento desk lamp by Daniel Debiasi and Federico Sandri (Something design studio) for Normann Copenhagen.

Momento desk lamp by Daniel Debiasi and Federico Sandri (Something design studio) for Normann Copenhagen.

Herman big weekend bag by Ferm Living.

Herman big weekend bag by Ferm Living.

Ancient age tableware series by Haäm (Yun-Jin Kim and Jungmo Kwon).

Ancient age tableware series by Haäm (Yun-Jin Kim and Jungmo Kwon).

SEASIDE wallpaper from the Kids AW16 collection by Ferm Living.

SEASIDE wallpaper from the Kids AW16 collection by Ferm Living.

Iconic Blue Parisian: Parisian iconic concept store colette and home & living brand Maison Deux team up on a limited edition Iconic Rocker.

Iconic Blue Parisian: Parisian iconic concept store colette and home & living brand Maison Deux team up on a limited edition Iconic Rocker.

Afteroom Bench by Afteroom for MENU.

Afteroom Bench by Afteroom for MENU.

Cork covering solutions for artistic walls by GENCORK. Creative Direction by DIGITALAB.

Cork covering solutions for artistic walls by GENCORK. Creative Direction by DIGITALAB.

Tattoo Stool by Gert Wingårdh & Sara Helder for ZANAT.

Tattoo Stool by Gert Wingårdh & Sara Helder for ZANAT.

Tattoo Stool by Gert Wingårdh & Sara Helder for ZANAT.

Tattoo Stool by Gert Wingårdh & Sara Helder for ZANAT.

Designer Kitchenware‎ by Joseph Joseph.

Designer Kitchenware‎ by Joseph Joseph.

Tea infusers by OMMO.

Tea infusers by OMMO.

Limited edition BALLERINA carillon by Marcel Wanders for ALESSI's CIRCUS collection. MELODY: Entry of the Gladiators by Julius Fučík.

Limited edition BALLERINA carillon by Marcel Wanders for ALESSI's CIRCUS collection. MELODY: Entry of the Gladiators by Julius Fučík.

Archiville a cardboard city by Studio ROOF.

Archiville a cardboard city by Studio ROOF.

POP OUT CARDS by studio ROOF.

POP OUT CARDS by studio ROOF.

Pythagoras by Maze Interior - one shelf system, unlimited design solutions.

Pythagoras by Maze Interior - one shelf system, unlimited design solutions.

Perforated paper vases by OCTAEVO.

Perforated paper vases by OCTAEVO.

Perforated paper vases by OCTAEVO.

Perforated paper vases by OCTAEVO.

Porcelain tableware by Studio Pieter Stockmans.

Porcelain tableware by Studio Pieter Stockmans.

Rio plates collection by Arabeschi di latte for BITOSSI home.

Rio plates collection by Arabeschi di latte for BITOSSI home.

Seletti x Toiletpaper rug collection.

Seletti x Toiletpaper rug collection.

AEGIS marblemortar & pestle by Spiros Soulis for Iktinos Marmaron.

AEGIS marblemortar & pestle by Spiros Soulis for Iktinos Marmaron.

Stem Vase by DUBOKK for MENU.

Stem Vase by DUBOKK for MENU.

Nuage vases by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra.

Nuage vases by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra.

MINIPORTRAIT wooden boxes, designed by Ilaria Innocenti & Giorgio Laboratore for PORTEGO.

MINIPORTRAIT wooden boxes, designed by Ilaria Innocenti & Giorgio Laboratore for PORTEGO.

STILL ALIVE desk organizer set by Antonio Aricò for Seletti.

STILL ALIVE desk organizer set by Antonio Aricò for Seletti.

PETITE FRITURE develops SUCCESSION in partnership with REVOL: a complete dining service in culinary porcelain designed by the studio FÄRG & BLANCHE.

PETITE FRITURE develops SUCCESSION in partnership with REVOL: a complete dining service in culinary porcelain designed by the studio FÄRG & BLANCHE.

REVOLVE RISE & FALL pendant lamp by Bert Frank.

REVOLVE RISE & FALL pendant lamp by Bert Frank.

BEST OF MAISON et OBJET Fall 2016 | PARIS

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