Conceived in 2005 in the shadows of the Italian Alps Dot Kite has become a formidable force in the world of graphic design, branding/identity, packaging and contemporary furniture design. In true journalistic fashion square. magazine was very enthusiastic to meet up with Managing Director Thomas Mylonas & Design Director Matteo Modica to find our more about Dot Kite.

One of the two co-founders of Dot Kite - Labs is Thomas Mylonas (TM). Thomas Mylonas is one of the most influential designers of his generation. At 25, he has already influenced and inspired others through a wide range of disciplines & media; creating everything from chairs, household objects, advanced footwear concepts and beauty salon interiors.

The other co-founder also being the art director of Dot Kite - Labs is Matteo Modica (MM). Matteo Modica is a noticeable Italian designer. His wide range of skills and sensibilities carry him from graphics to product design, video and photography.

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1. What or who has been a significant influence on your work?

TM: I am getting inspired and influenced by almost everything that surrounds me and has an impact to my inner-self. Things that make me dream and expand my imagination are a source of inspiration.

MM: Probably my father has been the most significant influence on my work, because he inspired and helped me since the very beginning of my activity.

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2. What type of products do you design?

TM: In my career I have been involved in several kind of projects, and I have designed furniture, footwear, interior etc. but what I do prefer designing is new extraordinary and meaningful experiences.

MM: I’m mostly concerned on furniture design and identities.

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3. How important is it for your work to reflect the characteristics of your nation?

TM: I do not feel like being a part of a particular nation. I have lived in 3 different countries and visited so many others, that i feel more a world-citizen rather than part of one single nation. Therefore, my work probably reflects the way I have experienced the world throughout my life.

MM: For me is important to express the characteristics as Italian designer, because of the well-known Italian tradition of quality design and because of the unique attitude to design projects.

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4. What do you still aspire to design?

TM: I would love to be able to design and engineer new kind of human emotions

MM: I still aspire to design in the transportation design field.

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5. What advice would you give young designers?

TM: I would mostly advice them to stay current with their dreams and be extremely passionate about their profession. Moreover, a more practical piece of advice is to embrace the business community and values from the very early stage of their career.

MM: If passion drives you, you’ll get wherever you want.

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