What if lace wasn’t just for doilies and wedding veils? Here at OODD Studios in Leipzig, lace takes on a whole new dimension. OODD Studios isn’t your typical design studio. Founded in 2021 by Magdalena Sophie Orland and Susanne Ostwald, this interdisciplinary cooperative pushes the boundaries of contemporary craft. They explore the potential of textiles in our increasingly digital world. OODD Studios calls Leipzig home, specifically 155 Georg-Schumann-Straße. Their signature material? Contemporary lace. It’s not the lace your grandmother might have used. This lace embodies the intersection of material and immaterial, filled and empty spaces, a reflection of our digital yet analog society. They create visually and texturally captivating textiles that invite interaction and exploration. The founders bring a wealth of experience to their collaborative work. Susanne Ostwald, a graduate fashion designer, boasts an international career, notably as the creative force behind the London-based brand Ostwald Helgason. Magdalena Sophie Orland, a textile designer, holds a multiple award-winning M.A. from Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle. Their combined expertise results in a unique design language, blending Magdalena’s dreamy feminine approach with Susanne’s clean architectural style. The result? OODD Studios’ signature style. Timeless yet modern, fragile yet expressive, and utterly distinctive. OODD Studios has garnered recognition with awards like the Saxon State Prize for Design and the BKV-Prize for Young Applied Arts. Their work has been showcased in exhibitions worldwide, from Munich to London, and even Saudi Arabia. Their innovative approach to lace extends beyond traditional applications. They’ve crafted everything from textile vases to large-scale dividers, constantly exploring new possibilities for this versatile material. OODD Studios invites you to reconsider your perception of lace and experience the potential of craft in the digital age. They transform delicate threads into bold statements, blending tradition and innovation right here in Leipzig.
water tower Markkleeberg
From its perch overlooking Markkleeberg this water tower silently guards the town’s history. The Markkleeberg water tower stands tall a