Blaire Dessent
Blaire Dessent is a freelance writer, editor and copywriter specialising in contemporary design, craft, art and travel. She works as the managing editor for TL magazine, a biannual, French/English art and design publication. In 2020 she was an editor and contributor to Imaginings by Kiki van Eijk, published by nai010. She is also the co-owner of The Alameda Shop, a creative lifestyle shop in Mallorca that works with contemporary artists and makers.
Latest articles by Blaire Dessent
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Dive into the fantastic world of Jaime Hayon
Part of World Design Capital Valencia 2022, ‘InfinitaMente’ charts the past 20 years of Jaime Hayon’s work (on show until 16 April 2023)
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Ellen Gallagher at Centro Botín: a haunting, futuristic submersion in deep-sea life
‘A Law… A Blueprint… A Scale’, Ellen Gallagher’s first exhibition in Spain, is submerged in ocean life and anchored in myth, mystery and tragedy
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World Design Capital Valencia 2022: what to see in the city
As World Design Capital 2022, the Spanish city of Valencia is hosting an array of exhibitions, installations and events. Here are some of the design highlights to discover
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Stefan Diez’s lighting design is a ‘toolbox of possibilities’
The new ‘Plusminus’ lighting collection by Stefan Diez for Vibia shifts the relationship between the light and the room
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Hauser & Wirth Menorca crowned Best Art Destination: Wallpaper* Design Awards 2022
Hauser and Wirth Menorca has scooped ‘Best Art Destination’ in the Wallpaper* Design Awards 2022. The art centre, which opened in July 2021 on Isla del Rey blends art, history and sustainability. Go for the art, stay for the experience
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Wet set: ‘Three Isles’ birdbaths, by Teo Yang Studio and Huguet
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Meet three Spanish studios creating dynamic designs for the 21st century
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Art and craft intertwine at Loewe's basketry exhibition in Milan
Eleven master weavers create limited edition objets d’art using Loewe leather for an exhibition during Salone del Mobile
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