2017 edition

Lambert Rainville and Nicholas Sangaré founded their eponymous studio in Montréal in 2015. Both hold bachelors degrees in industrial design, and they employ a cross-disciplinary approach to designing spaces, furnishings, and products, paying special attention to local production. Ultimately, their work lies at the intersection of architecture and product design. The two are especially drawn to the tactile relationship between humans and objects, and to the sharing of knowhow between local artisans and designers.

During his master’s studies in product design at the Royal College of Art in London, England, Lambert Rainville had the opportunity to work with British institutions such as cutlery maker David Mellor and the department store Fortnum & Mason. Back in Montréal, notable partnerships include the Canadian company Umbra Shift. Nicholas Sangaré’s background includes both architectural technology and industrial design, experience he has employed in designing over 30 residential and commercial spaces in recent years.

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Education

Lambert Rainville

Master’s in design products, Royal College of Art
Bachelor’s in industrial design, Université de Montréal

Nicholas Sangaré

Bachelor’s in industrial design, Université de Montréal

Awards

2017: Grands Prix du Design, winner — kitchen category
2016: 3rd prize, Ordre de Montréal Medal competition

Exhibitions

2017: Umbra Compact Living Exhibition, Toronto Design Offsite Festival
2015: Form, Form&Seek, Milan Design Week
2013: FROM QUEBEC, WantedDesign, New York