Philippe malouin biography of martin

Director of East London-based practice POST-OFFICE, Philippe Malouin is a designer in demand. After several years working for English design maestro Tom Dixon, the 35-year-old started out on his own back in 2009.

Today his award-winning portfolio includes tables, chairs, lights, art objects and installations.

Philippe malouin biography of martin

While a rising profile has brought a burgeoning workload, the Montreal native still imbues his creations with a sense of handcrafted solidity and permanence.

ArchiExpo e-Magazine caught up with Malouin for a quick chat in his Hackney-based studio.

ArchiExpo e-Magazine: When it comes to design, which is more important for you: aesthetics, function or durability?

Philippe Malouin: I think they are all very interlinked.

For me, it’s all about choosing materials that are aesthetically pleasing, but that also have durability. I’m not against mass production, but we like to produce things with a weight and delicacy that mean the owner wants to keep and cherish them.

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