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Issue 65 - The 'Bespoke' Issue

Issue 65

The 'Bespoke' Issue

With Guest Editor Yasmine Ghoniem, we are launched headfirst into the world of unique and eclectic design. From architecture to interiors, there is nothing that can’t be enlivened with bespoke interventions. Granted, a stunningly beautiful home can be made by simply shopping for the best, but when the artist’s hand is introduced, some pure magic is possible. Whether it is an artwork or a new upholstery, a built-in component or a mosaic inlay, these gestures, whether bold or subtle, are what make the home unique.

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Design Hunter Q+A: Raf Maes
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Design Hunter Q+A: Raf Maes

President and Co-Founder of Komono, for Raf Maes the Design Hunt is part and parcel of what has made his colorful, retro-futuristic online store so successful.

What you do: President and Co-Founder of KOMONO.

Your latest project: My little girl Suvi

Who are three people that inspire/excite you:

1) Steve Jobs
2) Bruce Lee
3) Kelly Slater


What is your favourite…

Car/bike/plane/boat model: 1964 Porsche 356/Honda Dick Mann CB750/Airbus A380/RIVA ISEO

Chair model: Charles and Ray Eames Lounge Chair

Residential space: Sheats Goldstein Residence by John Lautner

Commercial space: New Museum in NYC

Decorative product: Man Ray Mirror Les grand trans-Parents (Simon Gavina)


Functional product: Konica Hexar Silver analog camera

Handmade good: Solidignoti 3D objects by Antonino Sciortino

Mass-produced good: iPhone

meal: Spaghetti a la Vongole

restaurant: Veranda in Antwerp

drink: Gin and Tonic

bar: Vitrine in Antwerp

item in your studio: Donic Table Tennis racket

piece of technology: Apple MacBook Pro

historical figure: Thomas Edison

fictional character: “The Dude” – The Big Lebowski

vice: Belgian chocolates

virtue: good food

What does the term ‘Design Hunter’ mean to you? The quest for good things in life.

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Issue 65 - The 'Bespoke' Issue

Issue 65

The 'Bespoke' Issue

With Guest Editor Yasmine Ghoniem, we are launched headfirst into the world of unique and eclectic design. From architecture to interiors, there is nothing that can’t be enlivened with bespoke interventions. Granted, a stunningly beautiful home can be made by simply shopping for the best, but when the artist’s hand is introduced, some pure magic is possible. Whether it is an artwork or a new upholstery, a built-in component or a mosaic inlay, these gestures, whether bold or subtle, are what make the home unique.

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