Style Conduit

Vivian Carbonell’s designs are the epitome of soft minimalism, seamlessly blending sophistication with a contemporary edge. Her creations spotlight the innate beauty of materials, resulting in pieces that radiate modern elegance. Carbonell masterfully fuses fine art with historical influences to craft timeless, high-quality pieces. Her experimental approach with textures, weights, and colors brings a harmonious balance to her work, merging raw and refined artistry through impeccable form, tone, and structure.

 

Written by: Sophie Collongette

 

WHAT IS THE SECRET TO THE PERFECT COLOR PALETTE? Ultimately trusting your intuition and personal taste is key. A ‘perfect’ color palette for me has to feel right and align with my creative vision. I’ve been exploring color in my work much more in the last few years and it’s been liberating in ways I hadn’t expected.

 

DESCRIBE AN IDEAL INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUR COLLECTION TO SHINE. A modern or contemporary architectural space with endless natural light and thoughtful natural materials blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. The concept would create a serene yet sophisticated atmosphere that invites appreciation and contemplation.

 

HOW WOULD YOU DEFINE YOUR AESTHETIC? My style is warm, thoughtful and created with an artistic sensibility. I emphasize simplicity as my designs feature clean lines, focusing on the combination of materials and how they complement one another. Together, these elements create an aesthetic that is both sophisticated and approachable.

 

MATERIALS YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT? Wood, metal and stone. These materials carry a spirit of their own as they have a ‘lived’ experience carried through time. Natural materials carry a timeless quality that connects us to history and an authenticity that is hard to replicate with synthetic materials.

 

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST INSPIRATION? Nature and its infinite wonders. I find beauty in its intricate details and vast diversity. It’s a timeless source of inspiration that connects us to something larger than ourselves and reminds us of the complexity of our world.

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