FOLIA by federico stefanovich is inspired by plants, seeds & fungi
AGO Projects, the collectible design gallery based in Mexico City, has launched the FOLIA summer exhibition, featuring sculptural luminaires by the young and emerging designer Federico Stefanovich. Each piece in this collection has been meticulously handcrafted using three main materials: solid wood, brass, and cast bronze. The inspiration comes from organic and geometric forms found in Mexico’s flora. Based on intricate shapes and patterns typical of plants, seeds, and fungi, each composition unfolds from a body or structure similar to a stem, which connects with one or more shades that, in turn, emulate different forms of foliage.
all images © Alejandro Ramírez, courtesy AGO Projects and Federico Stefanovich
combining bronze casting, wood carving, and metalworking
For the FOLIA collection, Federico Stefanovich focused on the organic design process and its relationship with the materials. Each lighting piece within the exhibition derives from a careful process of conceptualization and digital prototyping by the designer, which is then translated by a technical team specializing in three artisanal processes: bronze casting, wood carving, and metalworking. As a result, the luminaires present unique details that, far from being imperfections, are kept evident and celebrated. Hidden inside of them is a light source, carefully positioned to refract on polished brass surfaces, creating a warm, soft, and indirect lighting effect that further highlights the sculptural aesthetic character of the collection.
FOLIA collection by Federico Stefanovich at AGO Projects
balance, minimalism, and play at ago projects
Balance is also a crucial aspect of the FOLIA collection at the AGO Projects gallery. Each luminaire is carefully calculated to distribute weights, ensuring stability and visual harmony. This thoughtful approach not only enhances functionality but also elevates the aesthetic and playful appeal, provoking the user’s surprise as they interact with the minimalist design gestures and raw materials used by Federico Stefanovich to make the pieces. The FOLIA exhibition is running until September 1st, 2024.
the inspiration comes from organic and geometric forms found in Mexico’s flora
the exhibition is running until September 1st, 2024
solid wood, brass, and cast bronze are used to create the collection
each composition unfolds from a body or structure similar to a stem
FOLIA derives from a careful process of conceptualization and digital prototyping
Federico Stefanovich focused on the organic design process and its relationship with the materials
bronze casting process
metalworking process
woodworking process
metalworking process
project info:
name: FOLIA
location: AGO Projects | @agoprojects, Mexico City
designer: Federico Stefanovich | @federico.stefanovich
design team: Santiago López, Bruno Gallegos
styling (apartment shooting): Yoshua Gitlin, Nahim Magos
photographer: Alejandro Ramírez | @alejandro_ramoroz
exhibition dates: July 18 – September 1, 2024