Emese Thamó
Emese Thamó moved from the world of mathematics and artificial intelligence into product design. She holds degrees from the University of Cambridge and MOME. She is driven by the desire to turn ideas into meaningful objects and experiences. Her work seeks a balance between intuition and rational thinking, with a special love for solutions that surprise, delight, and bring a smile. Among her projects are the Szenes Hanna mural on Frankel Leó Street and the award-winning PlantSail project.
INTERNATIONAL APPEARANCES AND AWARDS
2024
- Illustrator of the Hanna Szenes firewall mural (Színes Város Csoport)
- University Research Scholarship Program: Awarded for the project Youthful Elders
- Erasmus+ Scholarship: Konstfack University of Art and Design
- Exhibitor at Stockholm Design Week (Barriers installation)
- Exhibitor at Stockholm Furniture Fair (Cyclone corkscrew)
- Selected for MOME Best of Forma showcase (Candleman automatic candle snuffer)
- Exhibitor at Budapest Design Week (Candleman automatic candle snuffer)
2023
- European Digital Deal – Local Expert Group Member: Mentor in an artist residency program and expert participant at Ars Electronica Festival (by ProProgressione)
- Selected for MOME Best of Forma showcase (Cyclone corkscrew)
- Exhibitor at Budapest Design Week (Cyclone corkscrew)
- Participant in the START Incubation Program by Design Terminal and the National Talent Center (PlantSail project)
2022
- Special Award at the MOME Social Impact Hackathon (PlantSail project)
ABOUT THE EXHIBITED OBJECT
Bari, the rolling-door cabinet (2024)
A sheep? The swipe to unlock button? A capsule, or maybe a DJ booth? What does it remind you of? Bari brings fresh, playful energy to your home. Its design is distinctive, clean, and subtly retro. The unique rotating door gives you easy access to the interior with a single move – an elegant, playful solution for everyday use. Coming soon in new sizes, colors, and graphic options!
