GARCÉ & DIMOFSKI IS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY DESIGN STUDIO WHERE ARCHITECTURE, INTERIORS, FURNITURE, ARTISTIC EXPLORATION AND CURATION CONVERGE INTO A SINGULAR, MATERIAL-DRIVEN LANGUAGE.
Founded by Olivier Garcé and Clio Dimofski, the Portugal-based practice is rooted in craftsmanship, natural materials and a commitment to spatial clarity. Their work moves fluidly between residential projects, collectible furniture, curated design and sculptural pieces, always with a focus on proportion, atmosphere and lasting simplicity.
In their own words, the studio works primarily in interior design and furniture. Their design approach centres around materiality and simplicity, with a strong preference for working with local resources. “That’s what shapes our identity and our aesthetic,” Olivier explains. “We try to keep things simple and humble in our approach".
For the studio, material exploration always plays a central role in their process. Whether they’re working on a single design piece or an interior project, materials always form the base. “It’s really the beginning of a new story in our projects. That’s why it’s important to have a strong material foundation. For us it defines our practice and what kind of engagement you want to have with your clients,” says Olivier.
One material they’ve recently started exploring in greater depth is glass. While far from new, they were drawn to its potential for variation and expression, and are experimenting with finishes and samples in-house. “We have someone in the team who works with glass in the studio, which allows us to develop something more personal and specific to our practice,” Clio explains.
When asked about the materials or mindsets that will shape the coming years, Olivier’s response is less focused on trends and more on a shift he sees in the industry when it comes to the influence of AI and how designers interact with materials and process. “We’re still learning how to work with these changes. So it’s hard to give a clear answer, as it’s a big question.”
As for what innovation means to them, Olivier explains, “it’s about looking into the past and into the future and trying to find the best combination between both. I think it is an important topic, even more today.”
