Rock Stars

As acclaimed design duo Formafantasma unveil a new material at Milan Design Week, they discuss their pioneering collaboration with Cosentino and explain that designers should be more involved in creating solutions for social issues

- Jennifer Choo

Formafantasma has carved a distinct niche in the design realm with thought-provoking creations that blend artistry with functionality.

Headquartered in Milan, Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin, the duo behind Formafantasma, have garnered international acclaim for their bold, boundary-pushing designs. With a diverse and dynamic portfolio that spans furniture, lighting and installations, they explore the interplay between culture, history, and contemporary environmental concerns.

Their latest collaboration with surfaces specialist Cosentino has resulted in a revolutionary new material under the brand's latest category, Silestone XM-Earthic.

Against the surreal backdrop of their Milan Design Week exhibition, aptly titled Earthic Lab x Formafantasma, Tatler Homes delves into their creative trajectory and the compelling story behind this innovative alliance.

Why is Formafantasma described as a research-based practice?