3/Polymorphic
Vision 2026 update
Polymorpic
In a world where AI and technology play an ever-growing role, the ability to interpret the abstract remains a distinctively human skill, shaped by our experiences, dreams, and creativity. The Polymorphic concept emphasizes the value of abstract thinking and the art of decontextualization, skills that are key to unlocking creativity and fostering originality.
Abstract thinking moves beyond conventional boundaries, encouraging the exploration of new ideas and envisioning possibilities. It is dynamic and adaptable, capable of transforming and resonating in multiple forms and meanings. Inspired by software programming, the Polymorphic concept is rooted in creating modular, adaptable, and changeable products and objects. These fundamental principles allow for the easy addition of new functionalities or modifications to existing forms.
Polymorphic design considers every aspect of product creation, beyond shape, material, and colour. It also focuses on how a product feels, smells, sounds, and the behaviors it evokes. The colour palette is soft and fluid, capturing a spectrum of emotions that go beyond words, expressing themselves through shapes, hues, and abstract forms. The ever-evolving nature of the abstract reflects the limitless potential of human imagination, showcasing its power to inspire and transform.
Banner image, Light behind unfinished traces by Mariana Castillo Deball
The fluidity of colours evokes a spectrum of emotions.
OvN-23022 Leap
Leap is a delicate soft light green tone that is spacious and creates room for exploration.
OvN-12031 Flourish
Flourish embodies subtle nuances and gentle differences, reminding us of the beauty found in diversity and the importance of being open to the richness that varied perspectives bring.
OvN-43013 Dimensions
The soft light blue green tone Dimensions feels both expansive and invigorating, encouraging growth and vitality.
OvN-56033 Reverse
Reverse, a lilac tone, softly slows the pace, inviting reflection and contemplation. It urges us to pause and question our life choices and consider new perspectives.
OvN-54041 Fluid
Fluid, an endless light blue colour, flows effortlessly, embracing the beauty of blank spaces and voids, leaving things open to interpretation and inviting the imagination to fill in the gaps.
OvN-76004 Humanity
Humanity, a medium brown colour, serves as the foundation of our existence, radiating warmth and a sense of being grounded.
Left to right, Habitus experiments by Foscarini, TooGood & Frama, Tales Of Two Roads by Steven Cox, TooGood & Frama, outfit by La Cambre, painting by Georg Baselitz, Binaki, Athens by Dorothy Hood, stools by Dedar
Colour ways
Left to right, Memories of Terroir by Fanny Agren, Colour O'Clock by Pavarisar Vijitakula, The Light House series by Paulina Herrera Letelier
Left to right, Rainbow Trinity by Barbara Nessim, Strata by Lucia Massari, artwork by Laura Violeta Dima, La Casa Imperfetta by Inga Sempé
Left to right, Polymaternal by Miranda Forrester, Fear of Empty Space by Denisa Volakova, Ease Right Now by Ruth Effer, The Providers by Sofia Alves
Left to right, Herstory by Judy Chicago, Monoprint by Peter Schmidt, outfit by Stem, Ephemeral Truths: the Weight of Words by Ji A Yi