8XL
8XL is a brutalist archive. It was created for those who aren’t looking for accessories, but foundations. Everyday objects that don’t decorate — they define. The essence of brutalism is present in the everyday: notebooks, pens, prints, furniture — objects that become part of the spatial structure. No unnecessary gestures, only solid materials and pure presence. 8XL doesn’t just offer products, but a chance to turn the philosophy of brutalism into physical presence. Each of the objects embodies the raw power and clarity at the core of brutalist architecture: nothing decorative, everything essential.
ABOUT THE DESIGNER
Márk Dávid is a product designer and art teacher, with a degree in product design from MOME. His work lies at the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and digital technologies. Under his own brand, Puritaan, he designs and handcrafts timeless, functional leather accessories. Furniture is a recurring motif in his practice and has recently returned to the forefront of his focus. Under the name Studio Pagan, he creates folk brutalist furniture, while through 8XL he explores a “neue-brutalist” direction. He lives in Békéscsaba, where he works as a designer and has been teaching for seven years. Sharing knowledge is the driving force behind his professional development.
INTERNATIONAL APPEARANCES AND AWARDS
Awards:
- Designterminal x Heineken – I. helyezés – 2013
- Porada International Design Award – II. helyezés – 2015
- Arthungry Díj – II. helyezés – 2025
- Market x PreBeton – I. helyezés – 2025
Exhibition:
- FreshFise Bemutatkozó kiállítás – 2025
- Arthungry Díj Shortlist kiállítás – 2025
ABOUT THE EXHIBITED OBJECT
8XL Block (2025)
Block is a reinterpretation of Le Corbusier’s LC14 through changes in scale and material. The collection consists of half-cube-shaped elements made from solid pine and bent steel, which can function as stools, steps, or tables. The material use is symbolic: the solid wood represents mass, the filling of space; the shell-like steel frames it. The charred surfaces go beyond aesthetics — the act of burning is a ritual, referencing Alessandro Mendini’s 1974 performance and symbolizing a release of the original inspiration. Each piece is handcrafted in Békéscsaba, available in four surface variations.
