Lebanese designer Donna Maria Feghali has created the Eshrin collection of furniture to honor 2020, a pivotal year which will go down in history as a shift in our society. During that year, we faced challenges and was a creative change which she described as “really intense personal journey.
Looking back, I realized it totally reflected in my creative work and in this collection, which is way different from anything I’ve ever done before.” The Paris-based studio has dedicated its design to that era and it is dubbed after the Arabic word for 'twenty.' The Eshrin collection explores contrasts in a bold and fluid way through an understated form. The collection was produced in Egypt with Nineteen Furniture.
Image Credit: Donna Maria Feghali
What's Driving This Trend
- Commemorative Design
- Designs that honor significant historical years represent a new wave of commemorative creativity, offering opportunities for businesses to engage with consumers through emotionally resonant products.
- Year-reflected Creativity
- The trend of using years as inspiration for creative works showcases how personal and societal events can shape design aesthetics, presenting innovative ways to narrate cultural histories.
- Cultural Contrasts in Design
- The exploration of contrasts in design elements reflects a growing interest in multiculturalism and complex narratives, creating opportunities for products that speak to diverse consumer identities.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- The industry is seeing a shift towards furniture collections that incorporate personal and historical narratives, providing designers with a platform to express societal and individual experiences.
- Cultural Arts
- Emerging as a trend, cultural arts offer potential for industries to blend historical influences with modern design, appealing to a market seeking meaningful and visually compelling products.
- Home Decor
- Home decor is embracing themes of historical reflection, creating a unique niche for products that tell stories and connect emotionally with consumers through their designs.
