Fernando Mendes

b. 1984 Based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Mendes holds degrees in both Industrial Design and Architecture, and his practice was shaped profoundly by a close working relationship with Sergio Rodrigues (his cousin and mentor). Together they spent seven years developing new woodworking systems, designing new pieces and re-editing Rodrigues' classic works. It was this formative apprenticeship that grounded his understanding of Brazilian furniture-making.

His work embraces the natural textures, knots and imperfections of wood as expressive qualities rather than flaws to be corrected. Each piece is named after a friend, neighbour, or figure from his life, imbuing the collection with affection and intimacy.

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