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soft-geometry published by daylon hicks

Developed in 2019 by Indian designers Utharaa L. Zacharias and Palaash Chaudhary, soft-geometry is a design studio that creates furniture meant to tell a story. Their work emphasizes emotional resonance, cultural meaning, and narrative design.

This emotional and narrative-driven approach is evident in several of soft-geometry’s standout collections. The Elio lamp series, entirely handmade, pays homage to Eileen Gray’s iconic Bibendum lounge. The form and soft contours provides a sense of warmth and nostalgia. The Molecule 422 series explores the theme of connectivity through playful, modular forms that encourage interaction. Inspired by memories of a home in South India, the series captures the tactile and communal spirit of domestic life, making the pieces both personal and universally relatable. The Long Haired Sconces series radiates warmth and emotion, with flowing forms that express feelings of joy, celebration, and ritual.

Their work has garnered significant attention and has been showcased in a variety of prominent exhibitions and publications. Notably, soft-geometry was featured in SFMOMA’s “Table Manners” series, where their distinctive approach to form and narrative design was highlighted. They also been featured in Personal Space, a curated design showcase celebrating emerging voices in contemporary design. In addition to exhibitions, their work has been covered by leading design and lifestyle publications, including Architectural Digest India, Wallpaper*, Sixty Six Magazine, and many others. 

By embracing a design approach that is both intentional and reflective of the human experience, the studio’s artistry speaks to the power of design as a tool for storytelling and emotional expression. Each piece is more than just a creation, it’s an exploration of identity, heritage, and the dynamic interplay between tradition and modernity.

The importance of their artistry as a whole lies in its ability to elevate design beyond functional or decorative purposes, turning it into a meaningful experience that challenges, inspires, and transforms. Their designs do not simply occupy space, they push the importance of how art can be viewed.