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24/08/20

Introducing R+D.LAB

Glassware designed with aesthetics and purpose...

R+D.LAB was founded by Jay Vosoghi and Sara Mostofi in 2006. A creative studio driven by a reverence for aesthetics and purpose. "We believe in the beauty of form, power of colour, and character created through honest traditions."

Their intrinsic belief in research and design is at the heart of their projects. Designed in unison, the two styles, Luisa and Tuccio, were named as a homage to Italian architect Piero Portaluppi's two children. Famously known for designing the Villa Necchi Campiglio in the 1930's (later the set for "I Am Love' with Tilda Swinton), Portaluppi is a muse for creating worldly pleasures of day-to-day living.

Providing experience and the impetus for collaborative exchange, R+D.LAB work with classic artisans and small traditional manufacturers. "Together, we work as a team to create highly distinctive products that are functional, sustainable and meaningful for modern life." R+D.LAB glassware is crafted from Borosilicate glass which is known for its pure and resistant quality, shaped with traditional mouth blowing techniques. The innovation of design comes from modern shapes inspired by aesthetics of rationalist and modernist architecture whilst respecting its functionality.

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Lychees in clear, textured wine glass on dark surface. More lychees scattered nearby. Light casts shadows, showcasing R+D.LAB's refined aesthetic.

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Tall, slender greenish-yellow vase with ribbed texture on smooth surface. Two-toned background creates minimalist look, reflecting Sara Mostofi and Jay Vosoghi's design.
Single olive green R+D.LAB wine glass on white-beige gradient background. Sleek design casts subtle shadow, highlighting studio's research-driven approach.
Cosy living room with garden view. Light green L-shaped sofa, wooden coffee table, and green-white tiled floor showcase R+D.LAB's design aesthetic.

Here is a little insight into the practise of Piero Portaluppi. "The Villa Necchi Campiglio is the jewel is Milan’s crown. I first saw the grand building in the Italian film I Am Love (Io sono l’amore), which stars the beguiling Tilda Swinton and follows an upper class Milanese family through changing times and fortunes. The house was designed in the early 1930's by architect Piero Portaluppi and perfectly captures the history, worldly pleasures and day-to-day living of Milanese high society in the first half of the twentieth century." — Cate St Hill

Minimalist glassware arrangement on white surface. Carafe with inverted glass lid, empty cup, and white panel. R+D.LAB setup casts soft shadows.

Tuccio

"The house on Via Mozart, in the heart of the city, was designed for sisters Nedda and Gigina Necchi. Set in a large garden including a tennis court and swimming pool, the home features an Art Deco interior, with marble bathrooms, sculpted ceilings and a collection of 20th century sculpture and paintings." — Cate St Hill

Blue rectangular pool with white tiles. Green wall and vine-covered fence behind. Leafless trees and buildings under overcast sky reflect R+D.LAB's vision.

Still from I AM LOVE

Close-up of ribbed glass cup on outstretched hand against beige background. Horizontal arm creates elegant composition, embodying R+D.LAB's refined style.
Tall, amber glass vase with ribbed texture on light grey surface. Dark grey background emphasises R+D.LAB's sleek, minimalist design approach.
Assorted R+D.LAB glassware on white surface against textured wall. Brown, green, and clear pieces in various sizes showcase studio's research-inspired designs.

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