CM: You chose to unveil new pieces that embody KOKET’s new
direction in Europe, Why? Especially when KOKET is the New
York City darling.
JM: The European design scene is edgy and receptive to confidence.
My new collection carries an air of confidence that wasn’t there
in the beginning. Paris is the perfect place to unleash this new
assurance. Also, it is not enough to unveil a piece of furniture or a
collection, people want to experience it. The European design scene
provided the perfect venue for guests to get up close and personal
with the new collection. Our new pieces unleash a realm of new
questions and our Brand Ambassadors are traveling across Europe
meeting with top Interior Designers and elite showrooms delivering
the full brand experience through our elaborate presentations.
CM: Tell us the inspiration behind Metal Rage.
JM: Metal Rage was inspired by the resurgence of punk chic and
shimmering sultry quality of metallics. I wanted to capture the
exotic beauty of rebellion via interior design. Or perhaps it was a
walk through my closet post fashion week.
CM: What is your favorite new piece and why?
JM: My overall favorite piece of the collection is the Bolvardi
bench. The sultry curves with the black and gold bring out an
irresistible erotic vibe. But out of the new pieces I would have
to say the Luna bench. Her design is simply radiant, with the
bold curved arms, and shimmering metallic reptile leather is to
die for! It is a leather that has been in the KOKET collection for
a while, starting with the Drapesse chair, and now it is available
in the KOKET textiles collection.
CM: KOKET is known for their use of exotic and quality materials.
Were any new materials or design styles used on the new pieces and
if so what/which?
JM: : This collection shows traces of mid-century modern design that
is not commonly used in the KOKET aesthetic. The Sofia sofa for
example, is a glamorous version of a mid-century modern two-seat
sofa. We also played with tempered glass, seen in the Amaretto sconce
and chandelier, which was a new material for us but turned out
stunning. The way the light plays on the texture is truly remarkable.
CM: What is your favorite part of the design process?
JM: Not just creating a piece of furniture, but an experience. I aim
to cultivate desire within my clients with each piece I make, aspiring
them to explore their individual sense of style. I want them to not
only like their piece of furniture, but absolutely adore it!
CM: What can we expect from KOKET in the future?
JM: KOKET is taking a mature approach to the future, in design
and audience. The brand will continue to designing pieces for the
modern, confident women, that will make a statement while
fulfilling the client’s needs. And of course KOKETs signature black
and gold combination is here to stay.
Already making headlines with the empowering statement pieces
from the Guilty Pleasures collection, KOKET recently revamped
our lavish textile collection to include metallic embossed leathers,
colorful sheer prints, striking patterns and show-stopping iridescent
feather wallcoverings. This luxurious curated collection is an
intoxicating blend of alluring materials waiting to cover your home.
Kasehsiah Chandelier
by Koket
Mandy Sofa
by Koket
Bolvardi Stool
by Koket
Luna Bench
by Koket
Not just creating a piece of furniture,
but an experience.
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