This year’s Curio program welcomes the return of Tuleste Factory (New York), with a presentation titled The Zone. The Zone will investigate the possibility of creating a fusion between the present and future, of luminosity and vastness, of technology and physical materials. It will explore the possibility that there may be many parallel worlds out of sight that are not accessible to the human eye. Inspired by cinematic gems that have a teleportive effect such as 2001: A Space Odyssey and The Skin I Live In, The Zone will present a metaphorical space that proclaims innovation, and appeals to concentration and motivation through the prism of luxurious comfort. Floor-to-ceiling illuminated resin tiles and stairs will profess the precision and delicacy of design working in symbiosis with function. Materials such as stone, glass, resin, wood, velvet and leather will enhance the sense of experimentation and bring a state of creativity upon entering The Zone.

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​Kohler x SR_A Create Limited-Edition Faucet to Launch at Design Miami/ 2023 ​Kohler Co., in collaboration with award-winning British artist and designer Dr. Samuel Ross and his industrial design studio SR_A, will unveil a breakthrough limited-edition Kohler x SR_A Formation 01 faucet at Design Miami/ 2023. The product’s striking angles, and industrial bold Haptic Orange color defy the traditional design and performance of a bathroom faucet. Ross’s avant-garde artistic approach, combined with Kohler’s 150-year legacy of innovation and craftsmanship has resulted in a boundary-pushing design, transforming daily engagement with water solutions. The new limited-edition faucet is cast as one singular, sculptural object, as opposed to traditional finish plating processes. Formation 01 sets new expectations for the ritual of water.

Maestro Dobel Artpothecary Presents ‘Oaxaca: A Lens on Tradition & Innovation’ ​Maestro Dobel Tequila will return to Design Miami/ as the Official Tequila partner, and will present its third annual Artpothecary thematic: Oaxaca: A Lens on Tradition & Innovation. Centered around honoring Oaxaca’s rich heritage, traditions, and contemporary craftsmanship through an intimate and collaborative experience, the thematic was created at the direction of Artpothecary Creative Director and Anónimo Colectivo founder Alejandra Martinez, alongside Oaxacan-based artists Javier Reyes and Marissa Naval. Together through their works, the artists have created a space which will transport guests to Oaxaca and offer a selection of smooth Maestro Dobel Tequila cocktails, specifically created in homage to the region.

Maison Perrier-Jouët presents ‘The Pollination Dance’ in collaboration with Fernando Laposse ​Returning Partner, Maison Perrier-Jouët will collaborate with renowned Mexican artist and designer Fernando Laposse to present a dynamic installation, spotlighting the key role played by the flower in a series of remarkable relationships within the ecosystem, notably the process of pollination. Encouraging meditation, observation and reflection, the installation will carry the designer's unique and poetic design vision whilst reflecting the Maison's keen interest in the role that all living species play within the ecosystem.

Miami Design District presents ‘Utopia’ By Bohinc Studio ​The Miami Design District in collaboration with Design Miami/ Curatorial Lab, are pleased to present Utopia by designer Lara Bohinc, winner of the neighborhood’s 2023 Annual Design Commission. Utopia is a sculptural installation of irregular, bulbous forms crafted from environmentally friendly and naturally waterproof cork, imagining a city where humans and nature thrive in harmony. Presented across the Miami Design District’s public spaces and at the entrance of the Design Miami/ fair, the irregularly shaped sculptures assume function: to sit, play, and gather – encompassing outdoor seating, tables and oversized light sculptures. Additionally, 900 hanging egg-shaped birdhouses will be dispersed throughout the Miami Design District’s trees, providing shelter for wildlife, while a centerpiece egg-form will provide a playful refuge for small children. At night, the solar-powered sculptures will create an atmospheric glow.

SCAD presents designs by alumni from its leading jewelry program ​As the fair’s official university partner, SCAD presents designs by alumni from its leading jewelry program, the largest in the US. The designers pair extensive knowledge of materials and techniques to create wearable innovations that explore themes and motifs ranging from the natural world to illusionary geometric patterning to whimsical object appropriation. Displayed within an installation of grand-scale tassels by textile designer Paola Maldonado, designers on show include alumni from 2007 to 2023: Shuoyuan Bai, Seth Carlson, Xinia Guan, Miao He, Xun Liu and Andrea Ortiz.

Audi presents the Q8 e-tron
​Through their progressive aesthetic, Audi is shaping the future of design and premium e-mobility. As the Official Automotive Partner of Design Miami/, they will be providing a shuttle service to Member cardholders in the Audi Q8 e-tron throughout the week. This continued partnership follows previous services offered at Design Miami/ in Miami Beach, Basel, Paris and Shanghai. Audiences can discover how Audi is working to create a more sustainable, innovative, and inclusive future at audiusa.com or media.audiusa.com.