BERLIN, GERMANY

WOOD: RED OAK

Pascal Hien is a German designer, who, after graduating from UDK Berlin in 2014 was awarded a design scholarship at Fabrica Research Center in Italy. Following this his professional experience includes working for Steelcase Inc. and Konstantin Grcic Design. His work often expresses itself through cultural exchange and a commitment to create meaningful design with an honest and responsible approach. He looks at creation in a holistic way, not divided into its single disciplines.

When restrictions were imposed, Hien had to re-arrange his small home to accommodate work desks for him and his partner, who is also a designer. ‘One was in the living room and the other was in the bedroom,’ he says. The pair switched places after three months to refresh their surroundings. ‘The project gave me a chance to make a statement on my feelings during this situation. ‘I was keen to express the sense of uncertainty and adaption. The lockdown created this time of reflection and that was what the object was supposed to represent. I hope it’s an object that speaks about the period.’