Jonasz Lutz

Exhibited works

2021-2023

Finnish-born designer Jonas Lutz creates objects of bold simplicity and elegant solutions, often with a tacit playfulness. His objects instantly reveal a continuous search for the novel and undiscovered. Simplicity of form is well balanced with a gentleness that invites the touch and a modesty which speaks of a deep comprehension of materials and a desire to elevate their qualities.

Jonas finds inspiration in Nordic furniture traditions as well as in the lively design culture of his adopted country of the Netherlands. Fueled by an upbringing in a creative milieu his instinct and sensibility in the work with materials intimates that of a sculptor’s act. This act is much replicated in the way he gives himself design briefs triggering investigations of materials and concepts, often inspired by objects of use in his home.

Jonas Lutz studio is located in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. He studied at the Carl Malmsten furniture school in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a bachelor in design from the Design Academy in Eindhoven, the Netherlands.

^Text by Otherprojections

^ Side gallery collection (Photography by ©Pim Top)


^ Huidenclub exhibition (Photography by ©Jonas Lutz)

The inaugural exhibition at the Huidenclub in Rotterdam featured the work of Jonas Lutz. The showcased collection primarily featured objects created during his residency at Atelier Van Lieshout the previous year. Alongside these pieces, a selection of new works highlighted the ongoing evolution of his creative journey.

Set against the raw, industrial backdrop of the Huidenclub, Lutz's pieces found a harmonious context that accentuated their materiality and form. Each object invited viewers to reflect on the intersection of craftsmanship and conceptual exploration, challenging conventional perceptions of functionality and design.

Jonas Lutz's work has has gained international recognition, having been featured in collaborations with Isabel Marant and displayed at the prestigious Vitra Haus in Basel. More of his designs and projects can be explored on his website here.



Type: Sculptures and Furniture
Designer: Jonasz Lutz
Material: Elm Wood
Origin: Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Photography: Pim Top, Jonasz Lutz
Published: November 2024
Category: Furniture