AI Chair Design book is available to purchase
“This book is an illuminating exploration of Generative AI (GenAI) and its evolution. It contains over 150 AI-generated images and offers a captivating blend of personal narrative and technical expertise. Gain expert analysis on AI integration’s ethical, practical, and technological implications in design fields. Explore guidelines for incorporating AI tools into design education and professional practice. The book envisions the future of design education through the lens of AI, preparing students for tomorrow’s challenges. Discover how generative AI can foster innovation, efficiency, and inclusivity in design.
The book doesn’t shy away from addressing the ethical and societal concerns surrounding GenAI, such as the potential to diminish human creativity and the risk of replacing human designers. It also emphasizes the challenges of ensuring equitable access to these tools. The book presents a nuanced perspective on the role of AI in design, emphasizing its potential to augment human creativity rather than replace it.
Perfect for designers, artists, educators, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of technology and creativity. It provides a comprehensive overview of GenAI, invites readers to reflect on its future trajectory, and stresses the ethical responsibilities of harnessing its power”
Available in softback or e-book. It can be ordered at most bookstores, e-book retailers, or Amazon websites.
Winner at the 'International Design Awards'
Delighted to have received a Silver Award at the International Design Awards for the ‘One’ chair.
“One of the most respected global design awards, the International Design Awards (IDA) exists to recognize, celebrate and promote exceptional design visionaries and discover emerging talent in Architecture, Interior, Product, Graphic and Fashion Design worldwide”.
The ‘Your Move’ side table received an Honourable Mention. Am very proud indeed considering the calibre of work submitted.
Surface Design Show 2023
Delighted to have been asked to exhibit at the surface design show 2023 as part of the ‘New Talent’ section. Surface Design Show is the UK’s leading event for architects and designers to explore the best in surface material innovation. Meet more than 180 exhibiting companies and organisations from across the UK and beyond,
The theme, ‘Shaping Communities’, will explore ambitions to improve our surroundings for all through collaboration to create meaningful design solutions, with a strong focus on sustainability. Hear presentations from more than 40 speakers across the architecture and design industry.
Get innovative in the New Talents section, where you can meet the up-and-coming designers bringing innovation and creativity to the sector.
from 7-9 February 2023 at Surface Design Show in the Business Design Centre in London’s Islington.
Exhibiting at Decorex 2022 with Design Nation
Am hugely honoured to be exhibiting at Decorex this year as part of Design Nation. Decorex is Europe’s leading high end interiors event. The plethora of gorgeous design and stunning new product launches reflects Design-Nation’s core values of Excellence, Diversity and Sustainability. Decorex, now in its 43 edition is a key date in the autumn design calendar.
I will be showing the ‘Your Move’ side table in a black walnut and the new ‘Sledge’ tray table in oak and walnut with reversable tray. Both for sale during the show. Looking forward to making some new friends and meeting a few familiar faces. 9-12 Oct, Olympia, London.
Read the press release from Design Nation.
Design Nation Award, New Designers 2022
Design Nation Award presented by Tristan Hunt, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
From the Design Nation website: The Week Two Winner is Jon Christie. Jon’s award-winning second career as a furniture designer grew out of an earlier period as a dealer in classic 20th century pieces (and, we hear, also as a DJ – no wonder his motto is ‘Take Your Pleasure Seriously’). He studied at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design, achieving a first degree in Interior & Environmental Design, followed by an MSc in Product Design. Today Jon’s Dundee studio has an international profile as he works between traditional and contemporary techniques and processes for his chairs, stools and tables, notable for their clean curving lines and everyday appeal.
'Your Move' Side table awarded the Design Guild Mark 2022
Design Guild Mark presented by Tom Lloyd (Co-founder & Director of Pearson Lloyd and Master of the Faculty of Designers) and Rodney McMahon chairman of Morgan furniture.
I am Hugely gratified to have been awarded a Design Guild Mark for the ‘Your Move’ side table.
The Design Guild Mark is awarded by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, in order to drive excellence and raise the profile of British design and innovation. The Mark recognises the highest standards in the design of furnishings in volume production by the finest designers working in Britain, or British designers working abroad.
The Design Guild Mark provides that reassurance that the product won’t disappoint.
The ‘Your Move’ side table
Each table is designed and made in Britain by some of our finest craftsmen. Their skill & attention to detail are evident in every piece. The ‘Your Move’ side table is hand turned over a 9-hour period. The design itself sits outside of fashion and trends. Its Inspiration and much of the credit goes to Nathaniel Cooke (London 1849) the designer of the ’Howard Staunton’ chess set a British design classic.
Rodney McMahon, chairman of the Design Guild Mark, commented:
“The variety and quality of designs applying for the Design Guild Mark always makes for an interesting judging day and this year we were pleased to meet many new designers and companies willing to put themselves forward. The insights of our judges and the challenging questions that they pose, ensure that the award of a Design Guild Mark is something to aspire to.”
'One' chair a winner in the SIT Awards
Hugely gratified to be a winner in the Sit Awards ‘chair’ category with the ‘One’ chair.
“The ‘One’ chair has a powerful presence that provides a modern touch and a sculptural flair. Designed with beautiful clean lines you will love its simple and sophisticated style”
The SIT Furniture Design Award was created to recognize the efforts of talented international furniture designers. The jury panel composed of 24 talented and experienced professionals, industrial designers, interior designers, academics, and media representatives, have selected the winners from over 350 submissions from 47 countries.
The judges evaluated each project based on their own merit; rewarding the most pioneering and ground-breaking designs and selecting those which stand out, based on aesthetics, functionality and innovation.
“At the SIT Design Award, we strive to support and promote not only inspired projects and innovation by professional designers but also fresh and stimulating work by emerging designers. This program will continue to define the future of excellence in the Furniture Design industry,” said Astrid Hebert, program director.
The Cost, Price & Value of Handmade Bespoke Furniture: Why it's Unlikely You'll Ever Be Overcharged
If you are new to buying handmade furniture you may initially think it’s expensive, certainly when compared to high street and online furniture retailers.
Based on price comparison alone, independently made bespoke furniture is undoubtedly higher. But this only tells a fraction of the story.
This article will examine the cost, price, relative value and absolute value inherent in bespoke furniture. In doing so, it will show why it’s very unlikely you’ll ever get less than you paid for. Read on
“The role of the designer is that of a thoughtful host anticipating the needs of his guests.”
