When AD100 Hall of Famer Kelly Wearstler does, well, anything, she doesn’t miss the mark. Her new tabletop collection, comprised of more than 150 pieces, is no exception. In collaboration with Belgian design brand Serax, Wearstler and her team of creatives bring us a functional yet striking lineup—launching today on kellywearstler.com—featuring architectural flatware, glassware, plates, and everything in between.
Rich materiality defines Wearstler’s work. Her commitment to creating minimal yet dynamic pieces that add interest to any space remains consistent, and this latest collection, her first for the tabletop, is the most recent proof. “It’s just very easy,” she quips of the effortlessly cool set of goods she and Serax came up with. “That’s what clients want,” she continues, “a lot of different options that you can continue to use to elevate your guest experience and also keep surprising your audience.”
Keeping in mind both her residential and hospitality clients, Wearstler set out to craft a collection fit for any surface. And while the entire roster, priced from $11 to $945, is meant to be mixed and matched, there are two separate design themes for consumers to consider.
“Chefs want things really pared down,” Wearstler says regarding Dune, her set made with hospitality uses in mind. A nod to ancient Greek pottery, Dune boasts two-tone finishes, both matte and high gloss, that highlight the clean, architectural structures of its components. Marble bowls and vases serve as standalone decor, while naturally finished ceramics such as the saucers, mugs, and bowls function as ideal costars to any meal.
Zuma, on the other hand, helps to set the scene for an ideal at-home tablescape. Rich, dimensional tones are juxtaposed with Kelly Wearstler signatures like unexpected color pairings and experiential 3D elements. “Zuma was really based on things that are imperfect,” says the designer of the natural and artistic notes found throughout the collection.
