Fernando and Humberto Campana have shaped the look of contemporary design for more than two decades. Celebrated for their whimsical furniture and lighting, the Campana Brothers have received the 2008 Designer of the Year at Design Miami/. Artkrush editor Paul Laster recently connected with the prolific duo in their studio in São Paulo, Brazil to discuss their practice and new designs.AK: I've read that one of you practiced law and the other studied architecture. How did you start designing furniture?
CB: After receiving his law degree, Humberto took some classes in terracotta sculpture, and he saw his calling in the art world. Then he opened his studio, where Fernando soon joined him to give him a hand during the summer, and that evolved into a partnership of more than 25 years.
AK: What inspires your design practice?
CB: Brazil is what inspires us — its people, habits, and landscape. We take inspiration from everyday scenes, from what we see on the streets, the music we hear, and the trips we take.
AK: You've referenced the famous favelas of Rio de Janeiro in your chairs, sculptures, and installations. Why are these neighborhoods so influential for you?
CB: These housing complexes are untouched by globalization. They are fragile, poetic, and spontaneous. The favela people have their own design viewpoint, which is influenced by their needs and the availability of supplies.
AK: You grant your assistants a lot of freedom in creating studio pieces, such as the Banquete, Multidao, and Sushi chairs. What role does their collaboration play in the end product?
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