GRAPHIC DESIGN
Herrmann & Coufal is a Czech design studio founded by two classmates while still studying at the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague. It started with one school assignment and beer(s). Since then, the portfolio has expanded by a variety of projects, especially in the field of product design. They’re all based on a thorough search for balance between purpose and beauty, an emphasis on detail, and courage to go beyond the known boundaries. Although the creative work often involves an experimental series of trial and error, the resulting products are characterized by lightness and a casual, almost intuitive aesthetic. Their products are open to everyone, affordable and push the DIY phenomenon to a high-end design level. The designs of Eduard Herrmann and Matěj Coufal are featured in the collections of leading Czech brands like LUCIS, Futuro, Master & Master, in urban public spaces, as well as in conceptual art installations. Over the years, they’ve been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award in 2019 for sustainable street furniture for mmcité, Czech Grand Design Award, Elle Decoration International Award and others.
Melba Symposium presents Herrmann & Coufal speakers thanks to the kind support of the Czech Center Bulgaria.
STUDIO
HERRMANN
& COUFAL
Graphic design
Herrmann & Coufal is a Czech design studio founded by two classmates while still studying at the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague. It started with one school assignment and beer(s). Since then, the portfolio has expanded by a variety of projects, especially in the field of product design. They’re all based on a thorough search for balance between purpose and beauty, an emphasis on detail, and courage to go beyond the known boundaries. Although the creative work often involves an experimental series of trial and error, the resulting products are characterized by lightness and a casual, almost intuitive aesthetic. Their products are open to everyone, affordable and push the DIY phenomenon to a high-end design level. The designs of Eduard Herrmann and Matěj Coufal are featured in the collections of leading Czech brands like LUCIS, Futuro, Master & Master, in urban public spaces, as well as in conceptual art installations. Over the years, they’ve been awarded the prestigious Red Dot Award in 2019 for sustainable street furniture for mmcité, Czech Grand Design Award през 2020 г. в осем категории, Elle Decoration International Award and others.
Melba Symposium presents Herrmann & Coufal speakers thanks to the kind support of the Czech Center Bulgaria.
