Garnier & Linker exhibition at Ormond Editions
Art & Design
French design duo Garnier & Linker has unveiled a selection of sculptural furniture and lighting pieces at Geneva's Ormond Editions gallery, showcasing their mastery of rare materials and artisanal techniques.
Running from March 20 to May 23, the exhibition features iconic works including the TARA chair in cast aluminum alongside the ethereal FOVEA and ITYS lighting collections, which explore the interplay between lost-wax cast glass and light through varying glass thicknesses and sophisticated firing processes.
The centerpiece of the exhibition is the ROMANE collection, first debuted at Brussels' Collectible fair in 2019 before showing at Milan Design Week. The series emerged from extensive material experimentation, featuring tables, consoles and lighting that combine rare woods, stone, tinted plaster and patinated bronze. A distinctive bronze crossbar serves as the collection's defining structural element.
Guillaume Garnier and Florent Linker's practice sits at the intersection of design, craftsmanship and sculpture. The duo, who met while studying at École Camondo, embarked on an extensive tour of French workshops after graduating, immersing themselves in traditional techniques. This journey of discovery led to their first lighting collection, which soon expanded to include furniture and objects.
Their approach draws equal inspiration from decorative arts and sculpture, resulting in pure forms that celebrate materiality. A pivotal encounter with Japanese craftsmanship has further influenced their work, leading to a unique cross-pollination of French and Japanese techniques.
