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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 period, Dairo had been co-hosting model making workshops for the friends & family of 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
A 2 week project for luxury British paint manufacturer Mylands. The aim of the project was to create
a totem and colour palette inspired by the city of London. In response to the project brief,
‘Subtleties of London’ was created. Displayed on wooden block forms inspired by brutalist architecture,
each shape serves as a reminder of some of the things we see every day. A wooden block with uneven
painted sides and a rotten core that is see-through, reminds us of abandoned, decaying structures in the city.
Finished with a rough texture, each block is painted intentionally to replicate the texture of a concrete
building such as the Hayward Gallery.
Exhibited at:
Yotel! during Clerkenwell Design Week 2023
Portas during Clerkenwell Design Week 2o24
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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
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
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