DESIGNSTUDIO
THE FOUNDERS
Alessandra Mantovani was born in Brianza (Italy) in
1983 and Eleonora Barbareschi was born in Tradate
(Italy) in 1984. In 2005 they both graduated from
Istituto Europeo di Design in Milano, Italy, obtaining a diploma in Industrial Design. In 2008, after
the work experience at Wajskol Studio Nyc and
Forg Design Nyc, a Master’s Degree in Design and
Technology at Parsons School of Design in New
York City, Alessandra and Eleonora decided to move
back to Italy, where after extensive studio and freelnace work, in 2008 they co-found studio AMeBE.
Alessandra is intrigued by intelligent provocations and
subdued motivations. She is curious about every form
of living organism, fascinated by everything that is
complex and hard to read. She loves simple answers
to complex questions, the challenge of hidden and undeclared creativity, and every form of experimental design.
Eleonora is fascinated by the intersection between materialization and dematerialization of contemporary living.
By experimenting with new technologies, materials, forms
and visual languages, she constantly researches new mediums
of expression, unconventional design representations,
while questioning concepts of space, time and "being".
Above solving existing problems through products, systems or experiences
(physical or virtual), Studio AMeBE 's intent is to “birth” ideas capable of generating
question while constantly seeking to create projects that gladden humans’ lives.
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how
Studio AMeBE deals with design, combining
the realization of more conventional projects,
consultancies and education, with the experimentation of new expressions that take form
through different mediums.
The award winning design studio, based in Italy,
operates on a wide range of projects, combining local
resources with international opportunities, while being constantly contaminated by Italian style,
the country's diversity and stimulating complexity.
In addition to being the acronym of the founders initials
(A+M & B+E) , the name is inspired by the ameba,
the fascinating organism characterized by its
continuous evolutions. The term Ameba, or rather
Amoeba, is derived from Ancient Greek and means
"change, transformation".
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VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Web AND Digital
PRODUCT AND CONCEPT
INTERIOR AND EXHIBIT
PHOTOGRAPHY
CONSULTANCY
Design Studio AMeBE ©2013 - Orgosolo Logo Design 2010
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VISUAL COMMUNICATION
From concept to development based on print
or digital platforms, combining emotional feel,
research and analysis, with a strong focus on
strategy. Our objective is to meet clients needs
for an effective communication and strong
aesthetic identity.
> Branding
> Corporate Identity
> Packaging
> Advertising
> Infographics
> Icons and Illustrations
> Enviroments and Events
Design Studio AMeBE ©2013 - Web Design for Villa Sommi Picenardi 2013
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DIGITAL AND WEB
Taking advantage of new media and digital
technologies, studio AMeBE develops solutions
and interactions from software development
to design implementation, giving life to virtual
products and solutions.
> Websites
> Applications
> Animations
> Digital Advertising
> Installations
> Mobile Games
Design Studio AMeBE ©2013 - Tableware Design Proposals for Alessi 2010
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PRODUCT AND CONCEPT
Design and development of innovative concepts
for a wide range of products, operating in different fields of fabrication, translating solutions
and ideas into physical forms.
> Innovative concepts
> Consumer products
> Limited editions
> Auto-productions
> Digital fabrications
Design Studio AMeBE ©2013 - Private Ville Interiors 2012
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INTERIOR AND EXHIBIT
Studio AMeBE tackles interior project from both
a technical viewpoint implementing strategy
and style, while keeping a close eye to the fast
evolving market, for an accurate selection of
products from furniture, lights, materials and
colors.
> residential spaces
> commercial stores
> temporary spaces
Design Studio AMeBE ©2013 - Vitra Museum Photo 2011
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Images are important documents, operating at
the intersection of communication, commerce
and culture. Studio AMeBE expresses concepts,
documentations, and develops visual language
through the medium of photography and
post-production digital tools.
> commercial
> architectural
> landscape
> food and micro
> fine-art
Design Studio AMeBE ©2013 - ComOn Event in Como 2012
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CONSULTANCY
With a rich understanding of cultures, preferences,
and behaviors, Studio AMeBE has the ability
of uncovering meaningful insights for clients,
developing consultancy sessions, research
projects and custom strategies.
> Innovation Strategy
> Design Research
> Design Workshops
> Desgin Collaborations
> Design-Thinking
> Italian Style Advisors
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works
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graphic
2012
Vittorio Passaro
Artist Catalog
concept-catalog for Rosenthal
product line of porcelain dishes and vases
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packaging
2009
Finger-Dip
Communication Design
naming, logo, label and website for the
launch of the new product on the market
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interior
2010
Design Interiors
Private home
minimal home design for an open space
in Brianza, Italy.
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experimental
2012
F.O.U.C.O
Design Gallery
family of unconventional
communication objects
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web
2012
Archivio Cattaneo
Web Design
realization of a digital archive website for a
historic architect in Como, Italy
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branding
2011
Serramenti Tekla
Graphic Design
Logo and styling of the Teklastyle
windows and doors company community
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graphic
2012
Uva Fragolina
Label Design
Naming and design of labels for hoome
made jam productions
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photography
2011
Private Client
Interiors Photos
photoshooting of interiors
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photography
2011
Private Client
Interiors Photos
photoshooting of interiors
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advertising
2010
Bodegas Terras Gauda
Poster Design
for the International competition Francisco
Mantecon to promote a Spanish winery
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illustration
2013
Effattela n'a risata (al forno)
Ottagono
design recipe for the book Le Ricette dei
Designers by Compositori Editrice
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print
2009
Manhattan Manholes
Book Design
one-of-a-kind concept book made from
Manhattan's manholes
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interior
2008
Design Interiors
Private home
designer's furniture and natural colors
for an apartment in Milan, Italy.
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coorporate
2013
Oil Gase Search Ltd.
Graphic Design
from Logo to corporate image of a
start-up company in the Oil and Gas
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expression
2013
con tatto
Mini Art Textile Exhibition
interpretation of a textile concept on the
theme of Eros for an exhibition in Como
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graphic
2010
Caparzo Winery
Label Design
wine label for the launch of a new product
for international market
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concept
2013
Bradipo'
Alcantara Every Day Travel Contest
conceptual nomad seat for the
international design competition
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photo
2011
Textures
Artist Photo
close-up photo of a lamp texture
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product
2010
Sphoon
Designboom Intelligent Hand
a new stirring accessory
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urban
2011
Tallone d'Achille
Premio Lissone
urban furniture system
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interior
2009
Private Client
Home Furniture
custom furniture and interior design of a
200m countryside villa
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corporate
2011
Mantomed
Communication Design
logo design and corporate print and
digital communication material
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product
2010
Tino
Concept Design
bottle cap design experimenting with new
materials from Material Connexion
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exhibition
2013
Zoccole
Single-piece Design
interpretation of wood clogs for the exhibition by Toscanini historic company
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photo
2012
Elogio a Fontana
Photography
photoshooting during at the Museo del
Novecento in Milan, Italy
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branding
2012
Achille Castiglioni the One
Communication Design
Logo design and corporate identity for the
Fondazione Castiglioni competition
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product
2009
Finger-Dip
Self Production
Single use finger-caps designed to eat
with your hands, Red Dot Award Winner
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when&where
SHOWS AND EXHIBITIONS:
Studio AMeBE has shown some of their projects at TRIENNALE
MUSEUM (Italy), INSTITUTE of CONTEMPORARY ARTS LONDON
(UK), MUSEO DI ARTE CONTEMPORANEA DI LISSONE (Italy),
ARTETECO GALLERY (Benevento, IT), VIGO MARITIME MUSEUM
(Spain), 22nd DESIGN BIENNALE INTERIEUR 2010 in Kortrijk,
(Belgium), MISAEL Art Gallery (Milan); PALAZZO VALLEMANI di
Assisi, (Italy), MUSEO BODONI in Parma (Italy).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES:
Alessandra Mantovani and Eleonora Barbareschi have also worked
as: educators for DOMUS ACADEMY at the "Master in Business
Design", Milan (Italy); autoproductions of the ONE-OF-A-KIND design
lamps "Ceppetto" for design galleries in Milan (Italy); collaborated with
designer GAETANO PESCE for limited edition furniture, Design Miami
(USA) and Gill Gallery, London (UK); collaborate with the editorial
project by OTTAGONO “Le Ricette dei Designer", Milan (Italy);
partecipated to “Milan 2010: Creative Materials” by MATERIAL
CONNEXION, Milan, (Italy); worked as assistants to designer MARTI
GUIXE at the Food Design Course, Scuola Politecnica di
Design, Milan (Italy); self-produced the 100% MADE IN ITALY
product “FINGER-DIP", Milano (Italy).
AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS:
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2013 - RED DOT CONCEPT DESIGN AWARD, Singapore.
2013 - FEDRIGONI TOP AWARDS Selection, Parma (Italy).
2013 - 1st PRIZE - Create24 - Digital Festival Torino, (Italy).
2012 - MOVIN'UP AWARD - GAI, Young Italian Artists, (Italy).
2011 - 3rd PRIZE - Logo Design Appennino Lucano (Italy).
2010 - DESIGNBOOM Shortlisted - The Intelligent Hand Intl.
2010 - RED DOT PRODUCT DESIGN AWARD - Essen (DE).
2009 - DESIGNBOOM Shortlisted - Peroni Blue Ribbon Intl.
2009 - YOUNG TALENT SELECTION - Bombay Sapphire (DE).
2009 - DESIGNBOOM Shortlisted - Beyond Silver.
2008 - 1st PRIZE - DeiSign - Torino World Design Capital (Italy).
2008 - Nomination - Alcantara Every Day Travel Contest. (Italy).
2008 - Nomination - Logo Design PAM Carmagnola (Italy).
2008 - Designboom Shortlisted - Dyning in 2015.
2007 - SIGGRAPH Space Time Exhibition - San Diego (USA).
MADE IN ITALY
Alessandra Mantovani
Eleonora Barbareschi
Cel. +39 347 49 84 104
Cel. +39 339 10 84 901
USA: +1 786 354 8311
www.studioamebe.com
www.amebe.it
[email protected]
skype: studioamebe
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