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Michael Dairo

Designer and Artist.
Born 1994

Michael Dairo is an artist and designer based in London, UK, whose work spans fashion, furniture objects, and sculpture. Initially focused on shape and form, Michael’s creative journey has evolved to explore the complexities of materiality, perception, and identity in an unorthodox manner.
His distinctive approach has been showcased at renowned design festivals and exhibitions, including the London Design Biennale, Clerkenwell Design Week and New Designers, where he won special recognition awards from Tom Faulkner, Hallmark and Habitat, marking him as a dynamic force in the contemporary art and design landscape.

EARLY LIFE AND CAREER

Dairo was born and raised in London. At the age of 11, he learned graphic design through self-study and over the years would go onto make graphic work for a number of people ranging from peers at school to music artists within the industry.

In 2016, Dairo began working with Eastwood Danso at his eponymous label. During this time, he assisted on the creation and development of collections as well as strategising for future projects.

After this period, Dairo joined menswear label Goeie Katoen as co-director and designer alongside Aaron Kudi. During this period, Dairo oversaw the creation of two collections and showcased at CIFF.


EDUCATION
BA Product & Furniture Design — 2021 - 2024
School of Art, Architecture & Design

EXPERIENCE
Vitra — 2023 - 2024:
Over the course of the year, Dairo has been co-hosting model making workshops for renowned furniture company Vitra

ACHIEVEMENTS
GREEN GRADS 2024
New Designers 2024
Clerkenwell Design Week 2024, 2023
London Design Biennale 2023
Shoreditch Design Triangle 2022


CONTACT
For all enquiries: m@michael-dairo.com

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2024
Stool 9


Curve Stool III


Curve Stool III


Stool 8


Stool 6 & 7


Stool 5


Bench 2

2023
I’m Screwed! Bookend


Incident Leg


Basket & Tray


Incense Holder V2

2022
Subtleties of London


Homeware Island


Curve Stool V2

Ripple Cup

2021
Curve Stool

2019
Tyler, The Creator Album Promotional Poster


Durex Advertisement Poster


Porsche 911 Advertisement


Porsche Panamera Advertisement


Tide Advertisement



Home



Michael Dairo

Designer and Artist.
Born 1994

Michael Dairo is an artist and designer based in London, UK, whose work spans fashion, furniture objects, and sculpture. Initially focused on shape and form, Michael’s creative journey has evolved to explore the complexities of materiality, perception, and identity in an unorthodox manner.
His distinctive approach has been showcased at renowned design festivals and exhibitions, including the London Design Biennale, Clerkenwell Design Week and New Designers, where he won special recognition awards from Tom Faulkner, Hallmark and Habitat, marking him as a dynamic force in the contemporary art and design landscape.

EARLY LIFE
Dairo was born and raised in London. At the age of 11, he learned graphic design through self-study and over the years would go onto make graphic work for a number of people ranging from peers at school to music artists within the industry.

In 2016, Dairo began working with Eastwood Danso at his eponymous label. During this time, he assisted on the creation and development of collections as well as strategising for future projects.

After this period, Dairo joined menswear label Goeie Katoen as co-director and designer alongside Aaron Kudi. During this period, Dairo oversaw the creation of two collections and showcased at CIFF.


EDUCATION
BA Product & Furniture Design — 2021 - 2024
School of Art, Architecture & Design


EXPERIENCE
Vitra — 2023 - 2024:
Over the course of the year, Dairo has been co-hosting model making workshops for renowned furniture company Vitra

ACHIEVEMENTS
New Designers 2024
Clerkenwell Design Week 2024, 2023
London Design Biennale 2023
Shoreditch Design Triangle 2022

CONTACT
m@michael-dairo.com
Instagram



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