Jamie Hayon

Jaime Hayon is a Spanish artist and designer born in 1974, known for blending art, decoration, and design through his distinctive creative style. He studied in Madrid, Paris, and Italy, and after directing the design department at Benetton's Fabrica, he founded his studio in 2000. 

 

His work has been featured in museums like the MAK Vienna, the Design Museum London, and the Centre Pompidou, and he has received numerous awards and recognition from publications like Time and Wallpaper magazine. 

 

Biography and career

Born: 1974, in Madrid, Spain.

Education: Studied industrial design in Madrid and Paris, then joined Fabrica, the Benetton design academy in Italy, in 1997.

Studio: Founded his own studio, Hayon Studio, in 2000, which has offices in Spain, Italy, and Japan.

Awards and recognition: Includes the Spanish National Design Award, multiple Elle Decoration International Design Awards, and recognition as a "visionary" by Time magazine and one of the most influential designers by Wallpaper magazine.

Style: His work is characterized by a blend of artisan skills, creativity, and a whimsical, imaginative approach that blurs the lines between art, decoration, and design. He often draws inspiration from nature and combines high-tech methods with traditional craftsmanship.