Ma - The space between...

But this is, of course, what immediately catches the eye. Meanwhile, there is also a new, quieter ‘voice’ emerging. Silence... Another theme in my trend book is called Ma, a Japanese philosophical concept that literally means "the space in between." Ma revolves around the idea of emptiness – the silence between sounds, the pause between colours, and the space between shapes. It emphasises the importance of what is absent in giving meaning to what is present.

Ma can be seen as the transition between what was and what is to come. This emptiness can be compared to the moment just before sunrise, when the world slowly reveals itself in soft tones and delicate forms. Here, we find calm and serenity, an invitation to reflect and slow down. The colours are muted, the patterns and motifs thoughtful. The materials are pure and sustainable. The forms are soft, without sharp lines or harsh contrasts.