Augusta presents its opening exhibition, states of matter. An exhibition that starts a conversation on the diversity of sustainable approaches to design in Belgium.

Specialising in sustainable design, Augusta gallery is exhibiting unique and innovative pieces created by designers using repurposed or bio-sourced materials. This first exhibition sets the tone by highlighting the work of seven designers based in Brussels who are exploring the possibilities of materials and production techniques with a sustainable approach : Eloïse Maës and Audrey Werthle from La Gadoue Atelier, Roxane Lahidji collaborating with Clémentine Le Guérec, Louise Richard and the duo formed by Ariane van Dievoet and Didier Henry.

States of matter focuses on materials and textures : the density of wool meeting the hypnotic appearance of salt, the robustness of brass and stone combined contrasting with the transparency of linen. Each of the designers presented focuses on one or two materials, their specific features, their imperfections and their reaction to fire or water to create unique works.

The common thread is an approach to design based on the transformation of these materials: natural materials, offcuts and damaged products are cut up, combined or melted to create new materials. All potential solutions for introducing more sustainable and environmentally-friendly production processes in the world of design.

Ironworker Didier Henry and designer Ariane van Dievoet present a series of sculptures made from leftovers of brass and bluestone. The moon-like sculptures are the result of their collaboration and experimentation with the forge. The large piece exhibited in the bar of The Dominican hotel displays the fire patina, a testimony to the role of the fire in their creative process.