Suprematist furniture installation for Hettich
Credits
Company / Customer
Designer
Year
2026
Location
Giessen (DE)
Disciplines
Interior
Category
Special
Award
Best of Best
Details
The dynamism of a hovering Suprematist composition reveals the perception of space through the lens of pure geometry—it evokes images of weightlessness and ideas of cosmism, bringing the mind closer to the intangible concept of infinity. Malevich’s Suprematism reveals the essence of the world around us—the concept of infinity. The Hettich Suprematist furniture collection embodies this idea, giving the viewer an opportunity to see how infinity takes shape in tangible objects.Under the theme of “refreshing workspaces”, the Giessen headquarters of the family-run business Neusehland—one of Hesse’s leading opticians and hearing care specialists—have been redesigned. Paying homage to the orange colour of the first retail store, a modern, colourful office and communication environment has been created. Spaces for hybrid working, meetings, and workshops as well as flexible communal areas are presented in a powerful visual identity tailored to the brand.
The Jury‘s Statement
Inspired by the imposing, space-defining installations of Kazimir Malevich, founder of Suprematism and a central figure of the Russian avant-garde in the early twentieth century, this installation explores architecture in its purest form: the creation of a sculptural structure. An optical illusion brings together sharp-edged geometry and generous mirrored surfaces to create a remarkable sense of depth. As the viewing angle changes, the object repeatedly takes on new configurations, while simultaneously dissolving the boundaries between space and furniture. The result is the illusion of infinity. Technology is an integral part of the design, yet remains discreetly in the background. Concealed pivot bearings and rails, together with the complete absence of visible fittings and handles, preserve the clarity of the object. A precise and compelling interpretation of kinetic architecture.
