Material World

Whether designing a private apartment or public hotel, or turning his expertise to furniture, AD100 superstar Pierre Yovanovitch has a confident hand, and his talent for manipulating hard materials like wood, stone, and bronze makes them seem soft and sensual. But while aesthetic is important to the French star, he believes function is key, focusing on creating designs that comfort the body while delighting the eye. Join me as we talk about his career inspirations, and dreams for the future.

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