Harry Nuriev named Designer of the Year for Maison & Objet 2026
Maison & Objet returns in January 2026 under the theme ‘Past Reveals Future‘ with Crosby Studios founder Harry Nuriev named as Designer of the Year.
The designer, whose work blurs the lines between craftsmanship and contemporary design, is set to deliver a thoughtful exploration of his creative manifesto, Transformism, which delves into the transformation of objects, spaces and meaning.
Nuriev offers a distinctive take on the world; one populated with objects, powered by data and animated by a constant stream of ideas. Acting as both design anthropologist and storyteller of the unexpected, he reinvents spaces and brand worlds, drawing out new forms of beauty.
With over 30 projects a year across retail, fashion, hospitality and international cultural institutions, Nuriev leads with a dynamic, cross-disciplinary approach through his creative studio. His work ranges from product design to the conception of singular, immersive environments, always infused with a strong artistic vision.
Of Russian origin and living between New York and Paris, Nuriev completed his initial studies at the Moscow Institute of Architecture before moving to New York where he founded Crosby Studios. The studio later expanded to Paris, marking the beginning of its international journey.
“Two different but complementary energies feed my creative vision every day,” Nurive comments. “New York shaped me as a designer of objects and spaces, thanks to its cultural diversity and unique intensity. Paris encouraged me to deepen my emotional relationship with the world, to transform the tangible into a visual and spiritual narrative, into art. Coming to France opened a new door for me, a space for experimentation. Today, my palette has many more colours.”
Now, the designer’s collaborations stretch worldwide, bridging fashion, design, and some of the most prestigious cultural institutions, including Balenciaga, H&M, Fusalp, Nike, Delta Air Lines, Dover Street Market, Gucci, Baccarat, Valentino, Westwing, Art Basel, the Louvre and Mobilier National. Each project draws on his transversal vision that sits at the crossroads of art, design and fashion.
Expressing his interest in hospitality, Nuriev states: “Today, the world of hospitality is a creative playground I wish to further explore with my studio. I am currently involved in projects along these lines and am particularly sensitive to the question of wellbeing within hospitality. Culinary programmes, urban farms, experiential projects that connect service, product and space captivate me. The hospitality sector allows me to develop my passion for scenography on a human scale to create environments that elevate and accompany various daily rituals.”
The designer also reflected on his experiences at Maison & Objet, adding: “The first time I visited, I had just founded Crosby Studios. I left the fair full of inspiration and new connections and immediately felt a strong connection to its inclusive and community-driven approach to design. What struck me most was the sense of community that Maison & Objet creates around the event. Artisans, curators, studios, brands – everyone comes together and contributes to this incredible collective energy. At every corner, from one edition to the next, you can catch unexpected conversations as they unfold.”
Maison & Objet will open its doors from 15-19 January 2026, inviting visitors to experience the world of Harry Nuriev, hailed by The New York Times Magazine as a pioneering voice in global minimalism. For this edition, he unveils a fully immersive, tailor-made scenography, a unique moment of design exploration.
