Maison & Objet through the Eyes of Ariete Art
Ariete Art thrives on tracking contemporary art and design trends – we never miss the signals that shape tomorrow's spaces. That's why Maison & Objet design inspiration demanded our full attention: Paris Nord Villepinte from 15-19 January, 2,300 brands setting the year's agenda
The halls breathed with possibility: metal remembering forge heat, glass holding captured breath, forms whispering to architecture. This isn't a trade show; it's where curators and makers decide what we'll live with next, turning "Past Reveals Future" into craft that outvalues factory precision
Trends That Commanded Attention
The tactile qualities of materials emerged as particularly compelling throughout the halls
- Polished stainless steel mirrors mimicked liquid droplets frozen mid-fall — compelling as solo pieces, mesmerising in constellation-like clusters. Beside them, handmade vases varied boldly in size and glaze; their natural curves rejected perfect symmetry, honouring the honest marks of master craftsmanship
- Adjacent to these displays, earthy tones demonstrated unexpected substance and depth. Terracotta held sunlight like a memory – warm even in January chill
While carefully calibrated citrus accents introduced necessary weight and dimension to otherwise restrained minimalist compositions. Biophilic greens consistently tempered the reflective severity of metallic surfaces, creating balanced visual transitions that felt both instinctive and considered
- Organic plasticity represented perhaps the most forward-thinking current observed. Hybrid finishes combining steel and ceramic proved exceptionally versatile, demonstrating suitability for both professional office environments and private residences. Facades incorporating responsive elements hinted at future sculptural forms capable of subtle interaction with environmental movement such as wind
As we moved through these installations, light consistently fractured through sorbet-toned glass elements, while surface textures invited deliberate examination through touch. These presentations transcended conventional decoration to function as genuine catalysts within spatial experience
Harry Nuriev: Designer of the Year 2026
Harry Nuriev, founder of Crosby Studios currently based in Paris, received Designer of the Year 2026 for his “Manifesto in Transformism”. He masterfully conveyed the deconstruction and transformation of familiar objects in space, allowing us to see them from a new angle
His practice spans immersive environments, virtual installations, public spaces, and object design through "Transformism" – his signature approach emphasizing transformation and transformative experiences drawn from everyday objects.In his recent works, Nuriev reimagines denim as a sculptural material across furniture series including sofas, tables, and mirrors
These pieces fuse art, design, architecture, and fashion, breaking traditional boundaries while collaborating with brands like Balenciaga, Nike, and Valentino, aligning with sculptures inspired by contemporary design and art inspiration from European design fairs. He has previously showcased crystal works in collaboration with Baccarat crystal manufacture, equally impressing the design community
Ariete CrystalPure: Eternal Ice That Remembers Light
Paris inspired us to forge new meanings, ideas, and materials. The exhibition's diverse currents are shaping our conceptual sculpture. Right now, we take particular pride in developing our proprietary crystalline material – Ariete CrystalPure, and the work featuring it
The sculpture remains unfinished, open to further refinement. Yet its true innovation and fresh creative breath lie in this new material, Ariete CrystalPure. It conveys idea purity, appears visually weightless, and delivers unconventional light play. The sculpture's crystalline transparency allows light to fill it evenly, adding dreaminess to both interiors and exteriors
Inside, it generates intimate glow under varying conditions: galleries and living rooms fill with soft light diffusion. Outside, it withstands wind and rain effortlessly, visually expanding facades through flexible curves. The sculpture's material transmits 92% of light, outperforming glass, with no darkening or yellowing over time
Lightweight for interiors, robust for exteriors, and perfect for aesthetics connoisseurs. Technical excellence becomes poetry in our hands – that's Ariete Art's signature style
Spatial Influence Varied
Exhibition compositions revealed diverse connections between elements. Mirrors formed orbital patterns drawing the eye upward, while vases grouped organically into collections, their glazes responding to light and capturing attention
Emotional Architecture
Every material carried its own story. Clay held echoes of craftsmen’s hands through generations. Vibrant accents in detailed works preserved late summer’s breath, compressed into compact form. Colours burst with saturation against winter’s grey. Each choice convinced us: this went beyond surface or object, embedding the artist’s memory into the material itself
We understand these sensations completely and strive to convey them in our work. The restrained elegance of Winter Spirit with its cold perfection. The glossy unity of Polar Friends’ charming figures, where forms serve as stylish wildlife reminders
Paris memories now join our archive. The exhibition reminded us: design lives not in drawings but in those moments when material speaks through emotion and feeling
Evolving Sculptural Language
Maison & Objet proved we're heading in the right direction. The exhibition showed our explorations — crystal holding light, metal revealing elegance — align perfectly with European trends. "Past Reveals Future" confirmed it: blending traditional craft with futuristic forms through CrystalPure matches the leading currents
The fair became a mirror where we recognised ourselves in the trends. Tracking global movements and art inspiration from European design fairs fuels Ariete Art's creative satisfaction. We craft materials carrying history that stay relevant for decades. The exhibition didn't just inspire — it validated our course within Europe's creative industry
