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2 days ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
Homeroom Studio creative director Romy Dankner says glimpses of the mountains from Carrara’s streets could not have prepared her for the quarry’s monumental scale. “Our respect for the craft has deepened considerably—the immense skill, precision and collective effort required to transform raw stone into timeless works of art,” she says.
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3 days ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
At the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, a cross-disciplinary team led by Beatriz Colomina, Roberto Kolter, Patricia Urquiola, Geoffrey West, and Mark Wigley has unveiled The Other Side of the Hill—a conceptual installation exploring the future of urban life beyond the model of exponential growth.
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4 days ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
The esteemed 10 recognises influential voices in the multidisciplinary design community in 2025. Criterion is based on approach, notable achievements and completed and anticipated projects. This piece originally appeared in est magazine issue 55: ‘Faces of Design’. Proudly supported by Woodcut & Signorino.
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1 week ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
The esteemed 10 recognises influential voices in the multidisciplinary design community in 2025. Criterion is based on approach, notable achievements and completed and anticipated projects. This piece originally appeared in est magazine issue 55: ‘Faces of Design’. Proudly supported by Woodcut & Signorino.
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2 weeks ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
Co-founders Olivier Garcé & Clio DimofskiLisbon, PortugalMy design work is best summed up as: Crafting spaces that evoke emotion, embody purpose and celebrate craftspeople. What aspect of your work are people most curious about? The integration of historical influences, particularly ceramics and Portuguese cultural heritage, into modern design concepts. What has recently challenged the way you think about design?
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3 weeks ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
The esteemed 10 recognises influential voices in the architecture and design community in 2025. Criterion is based on approach, notable achievements and completed and anticipated projects. This piece originally appeared in est magazine issue 55: ‘Faces of Design’. Proudly supported by Woodcut & Signorino. Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country / Melbourne, AustraliaMy design work is best summed up as: I’ve paraphrased a portion of the jury citation from my Gold Medal in 2020 that resonated with me.
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1 month ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
Co-founders and partners Carlos Dimas, Jaime Font, Jordi Espinet, Benjamín Iborra & Marcos PareraBarcelona, SpainOur design work is best summed up as: Mesura designs for the unknown. What aspect of your work are people most curious about? The aspect of our work that sparks the most curiosity is the process behind each project. We engage in extensive research and investigation to shape the final outcomes, which often captivate people.
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1 month ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
The Paris home of French architect Charles Zana chronicles his love for fine art, French craftsmanship and post-war Italian design. Paris-based architect Charles Zana can’t be confined to an era or style. Studying at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, Paris, Zana first worked on high-end apartments and fashion boutiques in New York City before establishing his own practice more than 30 years ago.
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1 month ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
Our design work is best summed up as:Designs that fuse functionality with art, creating engaging objects. What aspect of your work are people most curious about? People are often intrigued by the way we blend simplicity with storytelling, whether through materials or form. Every object tells a narrative, inviting users to interact with it on a deeper level. What has recently challenged the way you think about design?
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1 month ago | 
estliving.com | Sophie Lewis
Room11 Architects conceived a concrete cubist structure that stretches 30 metres, with a design that expresses a distinct sensitivity to landscape, detail and materiality. The elevated design minimises the direct footprint, and Room11 Architects established a narrow construction corridor to minimise the impact on native vegetation, working around every tree on site.
