5 Things We Learned... Henri Lacoste

Henri Lacoste is an architectural designer from Norfolk and currently based in Berlin. His talent and interests as a maker cross many fields, including art and product design. Henri works for world-renowned studio Random International, where he lends his expertise in spatial design and development to create wholly unique experiences involving tech and human interaction. “He (also) enjoys the craft and skill of making, whether employing traditional techniques or digital/CNC fabrication methods”.*

Here are 5 Things We Learned about Henri.

What made you...you?

I’ve had the great privilege of living in a few of Europe’s most amazing cities. Since studying in Edinburgh I have lived in London, Amsterdam and now Berlin. Coming from beautiful, rural Norfolk, UK, these cities have certainly shaped me in ways England’s green and pleasant land just couldn’t have. 

When are you happiest?

When I am making with my hands. The transition from drawing into object in physical space is a magical one.

Would you rather have a muse or be a muse?

I prefer to observe than be observed, so I guess…have a muse? Although that sounds problematic. Beyond “muse” as the subject of the painter’s gaze, I’m not sure I’m ready to be a muse. I still have so much to learn and do before I can be the source of someone’s inspiration. 

Who do you admire?

My mother, after raising 4 kids while running a number of businesses, she went back to school, got into university and reached a lifelong goal of becoming a nurse, at 50.

What is important?

Being kind, not only to others but also to oneself and the planet.

*bio excerpt adapted from Random International website