INDIA MAHDAVI
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BORN TEHRAN, IRAN, 1962
A Paris-based and internationally renowned interior, furniture, and object designer of Egyptian and Iranian descent, Mahdavi has been described as the grand dame of color. Noted for her expressive, imaginative, and colorful style, she creates environments and pieces that are modern, elegant, and out of the ordinary. Using simple yet noble materials like lacquer, ceramic, rattan, and wood, Mahdavi brings ancient craftsmanship to a contemporary vision to create objects and furniture of unusual emotional resonance, bold form and color, and unexpected detail. Her work singularly combines modern comfort and elegance with humor and a sense of joy
Since launching her studio in 2000, Mahdavi has become an international design superstar. She has received numerous design awards from Architectural Digest, Interior Design, Wallpaper*, Elle Decor, and more. Her interior of Sketch Restaurant in London is the most Instagrammed location in the world
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