Mater is a completely new design brand from Denmark that are launching their first collection at the Maison et Objet fair in Paris this week. On top of their great products Mater acts with social responsibility deep in its genes from the start. They have started a foundation that funds social and environmental initiatives conducted in collaboration with audited manufacturers and workshops. Here are some words about Mater from American design Todd Bracher:
“working with mater is a chance for a designer to connect with local artisans to exchange ideas. with globalization the world is losing indigenous crafts, which is why an awareness of preserving such crafts is increasingly important. they’re not only expressions of our cultural diversity; they also represent a wealth of experiences and know-how that are essential resources in developing novel concepts and designs”.
I believe very much in combing innovative design with sustainability and responsibility. Soon you will not be able to do it in another way. Through our family lifestyle company Carlson Ahnell we will act as agents for Mater on the Swedish market. Mater matters!
Dome light by Todd Bracher
Inout pitcher by Todd Bracher
Ribbed cushion by Todd Bracher
Sideon cutlery by Jens Martin Skibsted
Two way candleholder by Todd Bracher
Shade light by Space
Folded bowls by René and Sách
High stool by Space
Pebble bowls by Jesper K Thomsen
Among other products Mater has also a great collection of marble and wood pieces called Marblewood which I will write about in the next couple of days. Stay tuned.
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Dome lamp – today and tomorrow says:
Sep 10, 2007
[...] lamp‘ by Todd Bracher for Mater. found @ David Report blog black, design, furniture, lamp, light, product [...]
The Groundswell Blog is about art and activism. » Blog Archive » Mater Design says:
Sep 11, 2007
[...] recently read an article about Mater that quoted American designer Todd Bracher explaining that “working with mater is a chance for a [...]
David Report blog » MarbleWood by Mater says:
Oct 8, 2007
[...] presented its first collection at this years Maison et Objet in Paris. I would like to follow up my first presentation of Mater with some pictures of a really cool series of products called MarbleWood. Its designed by [...]