Uno is a stand specializing in gourmet food products in the Central Market, one of the most beautiful locations in Valencia. Decorated with artisanal ceramic tiles, hand painted and manufactured in Manises, Uno is small but powerful statement in an iconic Valencia destination.
Month: September 2017
Mar de Avellanas & Inventario
“Mar de Avellanas, is not only a place I designed, it’s also a place I take my friends and my clients to when they come to Valencia. I love their food, they understand gastronomy at the highest level, cleverly using fresh ingredients from the market, that always surprise me.”
It is no surprise then that the cuisine at this Valencia restaurant acts as a metaphor for Hayon’s approach to the design, just as only the finest ingredients pass through the kitchen, his thoughtful, stylish interior features designs from the collections he has created with some of Europe’s finest brands; diners are comfortably seated in chairs for &Tradition and Fritz Hansen, lights from Parachilna add warmth, setting a mood of carefully constructed comfort and elegance. His signature graphic elements appear in the doorways and windows in the form of playful dots. The rich red tones of the restaurant are reflected in the chic seating by Expormim that invite people to sit and enjoy a cocktail in Inventario, the bistro bar that accompanies the restaurant space, set on the other side of this central Valencia location. The tones and the mood change as you move from the more formal dining setting to this casual but sophisticated lounge, marble on table tops and behind the curved bar create a classic feel and the carefully curated selection of artwork and curiosities that decorate the walls, provide conversation starters as you enjoy this chic new addition to Valencia’s dining and drinking scene.
Hayon has created for both the restaurant and the bar, a modish mix of urbane sophistication, mixed with an inviting Mediterranean warmth.
Lune Sofa for Fritz Hansen
Stone Age Folk by Jaime Hayon
Leading quartz manufacturer Caesarstone returns to Palazzo Serbelloni to unveil “Stone Age Folk” by Jaime Hayon, the pinnacle event of their year-long collaboration with the world renowned Spanish designer for the 2017 Designer Collaboration Programme. Inspired by flora, fauna and folklore from different cultures, Jaime Hayon designed an architectural pavilion, which references the famous Crystal Palace built in Hyde Park, London for the Great Exhibition of 1851, combining over 48 Caesarstone colours with metal and stained glass.
Within the historical backdrop of the Palazzo’s Ballroom, Caesarstone’s quartz material is meticulously handcrafted and implanted into the metal frame of the pavilion as a precious jewel within Hayon’s whimsical Caesarstone universe. Employing traditional high-end stone marquetry and stained glass window techniques, the designer is imbuing the space with his eccentric spirit and artistry to create a fantasy world made of different colours, forms and shapes. This fantasy world is inspired by the natural environment, the animal kingdom, and folklore of different cultures, ranging from Hungarian myths to African tribal influences.
Tribal masks and Hayon’s signature clowns faces are featured on large-scale wall panels and presented alongside playful carousels made of Caesarstone, furniture pieces and light fixtures. Further demonstrating the versatility of Caesarstone’s material, through the lively, visionary eyes of the designer, dining tables, small coffee tables and cabinets become bird-like characters and animated faces. Together, all the pieces contribute to the kaleidoscopic feel of the installation and enable the visitor to playfully interact with the material in a fresh, unexpected way.
Merry Go Zoo
The High Museum of Art continues its innovative multi-year initiative to animate its outdoor space with “Merry Go Zoo” (June 24 through Nov. 26, 2017), a new interactive installation by Spanish designer Jaime Hayon on The Woodruff Arts Center’s Carroll Slater Sifly Piazza.
Inspired to create a playful, 21st-century version of an outdoor public sculpture, Hayon designed four large-scale, vibrantly coloured, kinetic structures for “Merry Go Zoo.” The structures feature a round metal-and-wood base topped by an animal-shaped polyurethane sculpture. Visitors are able to interact with the structures either by spinning on the base or by rotating the sculpture. The installation transforms the piazza into a playground and summer refuge that offers a welcoming atmosphere for socialising and recreation. The installation will also become the stage for performances, art-making activities and special events co-organised with local partner institutions.
Formakami Lamps for &Tradition
“East meets West in Jaime Hayon’s playful tweak of a traditional Asian lantern in a contemporary expression,” says Martin Kornbek Hansen, &tradition’s Brand Director. “Hayon has captured the essence of this iconic lantern, merging hand craftsmanship and ancient materials like rice paper, in a new lamp designed for a modern milieu. The effect is a pendant lamp that both gives light – and appears light.”
Paper lanterns have been around for centuries, in different sizes, shapes and colours, which signify different things depending on the culture. Often used for celebration or simply decoration to reflect hope and prosperity. With Hayon’s Paper Lanterns, various sizes and shapes appear together, reflecting his penchant for playfulness. Breaking away from any cultural restraints to re-invent something old but new.
“Light has the ability to dispel darkness and bring hope,” says Hayon. “With the Paper Lanterns, I kept the colour white to make the appearance of the lamps themselves light. I also wanted to have even more light exude from them. More illumination. So I cut the bottom shape in half, leaving it open. With a secret desire to illuminate people’s lives – literally and symbolically.”
“For me, the beauty of these lanterns lies in their delicacy,” adds Hansen. “To see the airy, bulbous shapes in white rice paper accentuated with black stained oak is pure poetry. It’s very Asian, and at the same time, somewhat Scandinavian. In our global world, we are seeing more and more hybrids. Fusing aspects of different cultures into a new design lingo. At &tradition, this is something we continuously seek – and find with a designer as international and open-minded as Hayon.”
Hayon x Nani rug for Nani Marquina
The perfect gift for a 30-year milestone, the Hayon x Nani is a dreamy, wild collection with a great sense of humour.
Created with the hand tufting technique, a manually operated pistol injects pieces of wool, intuitive and fluid lines are achieved, as well as an organic composition. The definitive and faithful reproduction of the original sketch by the designer.
A first glance reveals a chaotic tangle of colours and shapes that invade the rug. However, after looking carefully, the imagination of Jaime Hayón springs to life: turtles, lips, hands, stools, fish, half men – half birds…
“Who better than Jaime and his surreal world full of characters, to celebrate our 30th anniversary? Someone who defies conventions and evokes smiles, vitality, a joy for life… Momentous anniversaries don’t occur every day…” Nani Marquina.
The elements have been distributed in such a manner that the rug can be observed from different angles. The collection comprises two models and four sizes. The square model has been specially designed to hang on a wall as a tapestry.
Aleta Armchair and Table for Viccarbe
Following the release the Aleta Collection in 2017, the family grows by adding armchairs, chairs with armrests and tables.