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Zuzanna Gasior
Jan 14, 2025

Manu Bañó, the Spanish designer emerging from an artistic lineage, deepens his exploration of copper with a series of monumental forms that dissolve the boundaries between function and sculpture.

The collection—a cabinet, a lamp, and a mirror—investigates the material's reflective properties, transforming copper into objects that challenge the conventional use of space. Polished surfaces reflect like mirrors, while their raw, fire-tempered textures preserve traces of their creation, balancing precision with the evidence of process. Designed as concave and convex counterparts, these objects exist in dialogue, intended to occupy walls in ways that transcend the two-dimensional confines of traditional artwork.

Bañó’s approach, rooted in minimalism, honors the integrity of his materials. Copper, brass, and steel are not treated as static elements but as evolving entities, shaped by time, use, and light. Each piece becomes a living sculpture, its imperfections narrating a story of human touch and craftsmanship. The collection captures a tension between permanence and transformation, offering a quiet meditation on materiality, space, and the interplay of art and design.

In addition to his personal practice, Manu Bañó plays an integral role within EWE Studio, a multidisciplinary design collective based in Mexico. Here, he collaborates on projects that bridge artisanal traditions with contemporary innovation, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Mexican craftsmanship. Through EWE Studio, Bañó expands his creative perspective, engaging with diverse techniques and narratives while continuing his commitment to material authenticity and the poetic potential of design.

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Zuzanna Gasior
Jan 14, 2025

Manu Bañó, the Spanish designer emerging from an artistic lineage, deepens his exploration of copper with a series of monumental forms that dissolve the boundaries between function and sculpture.

The collection—a cabinet, a lamp, and a mirror—investigates the material's reflective properties, transforming copper into objects that challenge the conventional use of space. Polished surfaces reflect like mirrors, while their raw, fire-tempered textures preserve traces of their creation, balancing precision with the evidence of process. Designed as concave and convex counterparts, these objects exist in dialogue, intended to occupy walls in ways that transcend the two-dimensional confines of traditional artwork.

Bañó’s approach, rooted in minimalism, honors the integrity of his materials. Copper, brass, and steel are not treated as static elements but as evolving entities, shaped by time, use, and light. Each piece becomes a living sculpture, its imperfections narrating a story of human touch and craftsmanship. The collection captures a tension between permanence and transformation, offering a quiet meditation on materiality, space, and the interplay of art and design.

In addition to his personal practice, Manu Bañó plays an integral role within EWE Studio, a multidisciplinary design collective based in Mexico. Here, he collaborates on projects that bridge artisanal traditions with contemporary innovation, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Mexican craftsmanship. Through EWE Studio, Bañó expands his creative perspective, engaging with diverse techniques and narratives while continuing his commitment to material authenticity and the poetic potential of design.

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If you would like to feature your works on Thisispaper, please visit our Submission page and subscribe to Thisispaper+. Once your submission is approved, your work will be showcased to our global audience of 2 million art, architecture, and design professionals and enthusiasts.
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