Cloudbursts of sienna bloom across large-format canvases, effusive in their warmth. With time, an apparition appears to hover through. Below the surface of Leonardo Anker Vandal’s Adagio paintings, a disquiet gathers force, drawing the viewer into the fluid mirror of minimal abstraction. In the work and world of the self-taught Danish artist, beauty and sorrow are intimately entangled. Embedded in the existential preoccupations of his 18th-century Romantic muses – Keats, Yates, Mahler – his work is forged through the “excavation of memories;” a personal therapeutic process with widespread resonance. From his studio in Brescia, Italy, accompanied by his beloved Border Collie, Nemorino, Anker Vandal speaks with radical openness about the arc of his autodidacticism, existence outside the art establishment, and the figurative trail of breadcrumbs he hopes to leave for those who need it most.

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Greek boutique agency Studio Bonarchi designs interiors with contrasting elements. Between refined sophistication and summer serenity, between robust marble sinks and soft linen sheets, between local heritage and cosmopolitan modernity, their spaces are of laid-back elegance. Through its signature touch of accentuating muted and neutral tones with dark elements, the studio continually draws the eye to the most powerful presence of all: natural light.

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Mountain peaks have borne witness to the Sun’s rise and fall for millennia. Dusty paths have been carved by centuries of footfall. Still, every day the tide ebbs and flows, lapping sparkling sands. In the presence of nature, time feels expansive. The steadfast cycles of the natural world offer perspective on the arc of our days, attesting to what has gone before while paving the way for all that is yet to come. A journey to the Cycladic island of Tinos to celebrate the release of the Hermès Cut timepiece invited reflection on centuries of craft, history’s traces on the land, and the nature of time itself.

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In the heart of the Serra da Estrela Natural Park in northern Portugal, among the stunning views and clean mountain air, lies Casa de São Lourenço—part of Burel Mountain Hotels. Born out of the building whose history dates back to the 1940s, Casa de São Lourenço charms with its minimalist concrete interior while offering all the amenities of the luxury hotel.

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‘Culture First’ is a temporary exhibition dedicated to the emerging scene of collectible design and functional art. VAUST from Berlin and CØR from Paris have joined forces and developed this format to build bridges not only between art and design, but also between the two creative capitals of Paris and Berlin.

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Frama, the Copenhagen-based design brand, is regularly featured on Ignant’s pages. Their commitment to simplicity and uncompromised quality has led to the creation of a versatile range of interior products that consistently captivate us. Frama’s work embodies the essence of Scandinavian design philosophy, with its clear silhouettes, timeless design, and mindful way of living, making it a must-see for design enthusiasts.

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Engaging in a wide range of activities and ventures, Oliver Garcé and Clio Dimofski defy conventional categorizations of what a design studio or an art gallery should be. Operating from their space in Lisbon that doubles as their home and an exhibition space, they continuously explore new languages of design — both independently and as curators for the most sought-after makers in the design community. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with the creative duo at their Lisbon apartment, exploring their vision of crafting exploratory objects that are always made with respect to craftsmanship.

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Since 2008, Maison Ruinart has invited artists to present their interpretations of the champagne house and its heritage as part of the Carte Blanche commission. While in the past artists like Eva Jospin, Jeppe Hein, or David Shrigley have offered their perspectives, 2024 marks a paradigm shift, as Ruinart is embracing a new approach. Under the theme of “Conversations With Nature,” this year, six artists from five continents have traveled to Reims and created works of art based on their personal impressions of the landscape they encountered.

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Set against the backdrop of the majestic Dolomites and surrounded by picturesque vineyards lies Bolzano, the capital of Italy’s South Tyrol province. The Alpine town is known for its historic city center, spectacular natural landscapes, and lively mix of cultural influences, and its proximity to Austria has earned it the reputation of being the bridge between Europe’s North and South. At the heart of the charming city, you’ll find Parkhotel Mondschein—a tasteful sanctuary for those seeking to disconnect and embrace il dolce far niente.

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Being curious about humans and their habits has proven to be a valuable quality for architects and designers. This is no different for Sam Chermayeff, who dedicates his attention to exploring how we live alone and together. In his practice, he is interested in creating spaces and objects that allow people to merge and meet in new ways. The most ambiguous manifestation of his research is the Kufu 142 building in the center of Berlin. Ignant visited the native New Yorker there to find out how his thoughts and observations translate to his practice.

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A new exhibition at the Berlinische Galerie sheds light on the oeuvre of Hans Uhlmann, one of Germany’s foremost, yet forgotten, sculptors of modernity, whose large-scale public works engage in dialogue with Berlin’s modern architectural icons. Across seven chapters, the exhibition retraces the forgotten luminary’s life and work, from his formative ‘wire sculpture’ typology to the indelible imprint his public sculptures have left on western Berlin’s urban fabric.

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Frothy waves lazily lap powder-white sand. Overhead, palm fronds filter a soft breeze. The curved sail of traditional dhow boat carves a striking silhouette against a sky smudged pastel pink. A sanguine moon hangs plump above the shimmering sea. Perched on a sliver of land between ocean and lagoon in Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago, paradisical Sussurro appears as a mirage; a rare destination deserving of superlatives. Taking its name from the Portuguese word for ‘whisper’, the off-grid, eco-inclined, six-bungalow hotel opened in 2022 after five years of building that began with its founders, Zimbabwean couple Sarah Birkett and Adam Humphreys, integrating into the local community. Realized exclusively by African designers, builders and growers, Sussurro celebrates craft, ingenuity and creation across Mozambique, East Africa and the continent at large. Every element of its considered guest experience exemplifies the potential of privileging locality, time, and genuine human connection. In conversation with Ignant, Sarah Birkett shares how her idyll found its form.

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Still dining out on fond memories of last year’s Design Week in Stockholm, Ignant was invited once again by Grand Relations to travel to the snow-covered Swedish capital for the fair’s 2024 location. Over four days, we immersed ourselves in an abundance of intriguing design proposals that transcended Scandinavia and brought together creators and design aficionados from all across the globe.

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For those with a keen eye for thoughtfully designed interiors and spaces, it’s nearly impossible to oversee Eva Papadaki and her 10AM projects when zooming in on the creative landscape of Athens. There, within the walls of a former industrial building, she has built a multifunctional space that spans more than six floors and functions as a haven for like-minded people from around the world. In the final days of summer, Ignant travelled to Greece and visited Papadaki in her space, which is defined by a meticulous sensitivity to materials and forms.

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Prized since ancient times for its alluring hue and medicinal properties, indigo holds an illustrious history of textile coloration and enhancement across Asian, Africa and South America—from Tutankhamen’s burial linens to the garments Samurai wore under their armor. Today, its use as a pure natural dye has become a rarity; its methods industrialized; its recipes forgotten.

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