When Objects Work

When Objects Work

When Objects Work is the vision of its director, Beatrice de Lafontaine. The Belgian company produces and distributes exclusive objects designed by leading designers and architects whose work shares a preoccupation with basic forms, immaculate function and a timeless idiom. William Morris famously observed that one should “have nothing in your house which you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful”.

Since their first collection was shown at the Milan Furniture Fair in 2001, When Objects Work has pursued the principle that everyday objects can be useful whilst having inherent beauty. In this manner they have commissioned designers to explore the theme of decorative art as superlative domestic equipment in the fullest and most challenging ways possible, developing innovative manufacturing solutions where necessary. Most of the objects are hand-made using authentic materials and traditional craftsmanship.

Designs by John Pawson, Neri & Hu, Vincent Van Duysen and more.

Goblet by John Pawson for When Objects Work - haus®
Plate by John Pawson for When Objects Work - haus®
Pottery Ceramic by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work - haus®
Pottery Jars Ceramic by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work - haus®
Bowl by John Pawson for When Objects Work - haus®
Salad Servers by John Pawson for When Objects Work - haus®
Water Glass by John Pawson for When Objects Work - haus®
Pebbles by Kate Hume for When Objects Work - haus®
Candle Holder by When Objects Work
Wine Glass by John Pawson for When Objects Work
Bathroom Set by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work
Coupe by Michaël Verheyden for When Objects Work
Cutlery Set by John Pawson for When Objects Work
Pottery Jars Glass by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work
Carafe by John Pawson for When Objects Work
Pepper and Salt by When Objects Work
Bowl by John Pawson for When Objects Work
Pottery Wood by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work
Soap Dish by Kristine Five Melvær for When Objects Work
Tissue Box by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work
Rock Vase by Kate Hume for When Objects Work
Milk and Sugar Set by John Pawson for When Objects Work
Pottery Stone by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work
Pottery Glass by Vincent Van Duysen for When Objects Work
Bowl by Bruno Erpicum for When Objects Work
Soft Vase by Kristine Five Melvær for When Objects Work
Double Tray by John Pawson for When Objects Work
Soft Bowl by Kristine Five Melvær for When Objects Work