ECAL x MICASA - HOMEWORKS

Founded in 1981, micasa has built its reputation on accessible, high-quality design and has grown into Switzerland’s leading furniture brand. Committed to democratic design that integrates seamlessly into everyday life, the company partnered with ECAL to develop HOMEWORKS, a limited-edition collection that invites a new generation to reconsider how living spaces are shaped and how design can become an active, meaningful presence in daily routines.

Studio project, Collaboration (2025) with David Glättli

Assistants: Sebastiano Gallizia
Students: François Ader, Aurélien Clerc, Laura Cotnoir, Matteo De Carlo, Oriana Gonzalez Fernandez, Alice Graff, Lélie Guiochet, Charlotte Jobin, Mathieu Lauzon, Alexandre Li, Titouan Longatte, Jeremy Loup, Jean-Elie Matile, Joab Schneiter, Melchior Myard, Théophile Narcy, Nikita Neitzke, Isaure Nicolet, Abla Bolassi Owoussi, Alexander Paynter Bryant, Flavia Renaud, Eva Reymond, Matthieu Rigelo, Maëlle Roten, Mael Sandoz, Julie Tena, Salla Vallotton, Noah Stanley
Know-how: soft goods / accessories, Furniture, Textile

Under the guidance of Swiss designer David Glättli, students from the Bachelor in Industrial Design at ECAL were invited by micasa to critically reassess the domestic environment and question how everyday objects shape the way we live together.

Rather than simply designing new furniture, the brief challenged students to rethink the meaning and presence of objects in the home: how they function, how they communicate character, and how they can introduce lightness, surprise, and emotional value into daily routines. The objective was not “more products,” but more thoughtful ones — pieces that combine clarity of use with charisma and a touch of humor.

The resulting collection, HOMEWORKS, brings together 38 objects that reinterpret familiar typologies and domestic rituals. Mirrors double as clocks, planters and wastebaskets adopt unexpected silhouettes, and modular rugs redefine spatial organization. Some proposals subtly reference Swiss cultural codes; others merge functions or question established conventions to create new, intuitive behaviors.

More than simple furniture and accessories, these pieces are conceived as everyday companions — expressive presences that animate shared spaces. Functional yet distinctive, they aim to surprise, engage, and inject optimism into the home.

The project reflects ECAL’s pedagogical approach: connecting experimentation with real-world constraints, and encouraging students to develop original, market-ready proposals that balance innovation, practicality, and aesthetic rigor.

The process

the students

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The Homeworks
Collection

TRASH CAN

Inspired by the iconic Swiss table litter bin, this family of colourful bins refreshes an old classic with its flip-top lid. Available in two practical sizes to accommodate everywhere needed.

By Eva Reymond

CANDLEHOLDERS

With endless stacking possibilities, this modular candleholder suits every occasion, from the simplest table to a spectacular feast, to light up any setting.

By Lélie Guiochet

RUGS

Colourful and dynamic, this series of tufted wool rugs with a continuous line pattern can be used individually or repeated to form a seamless strip to fit hallways and large rooms.

By Abla Bolassi Owoussi

Chair

Drawing its inspiration from Swiss vernacular furniture, this wooden chair revisits the traditional chalet chair found throughout Switzerland. Sold flat-packed and easy to assemble with a twist of the screwdriver.

By Noah Stanley

Plant pots

This collection of two-tone ceramic pots and planters makes overflowing almost impossible. The generous rounded edge hides their junction seamlessly. Available in three convenient dimensions that fits most common plant sizes.

By Maëlle Roten

HANGER

As simple as can be, this minimalist hanger gets the job done, without fuss, with a twist to show off your favorite outfit. An instant classic.

By François Ader

MAGAZINE HOLDER

With a simple motion, this magazine rack lets you display your favourite reading in two unique and practical ways: compact, it protects its contents and is easy to carry thanks to its handles; unfold it for a better view of its contents and its iconic W-shaped silhouette.

By Aurélien Clerc

MIRROR CLOCK

Combining two useful objects for when you leave the house in a hurry, this wall-mounted mirror clock makes sure you're neat, tidy and on time. The round red seconds hand is reminiscent of the legendary SBB station clock, a symbol of punctuality.

By Joab Schneiter

STORAGE SET

Practical, playful and colourful all at once, this set of stackable ceramic containers helps tidy-up and organise small items around the house: care products in the bathroom; jewels and accessories in your bedroom; toppings, snacks or spices in the kitchen; or sort your office supplies.

By Salla Vallotton

STEP STOOL

At once a stepladder, a stool and a side table, this piece of wooden furniture is essential in every household. Its slightly rough surface provides added safety should you need to climb on it.

By Nikita Neitzke

Tables

From bedroom to kitchen, this range of robust rounded square tables includes: a compact side table; a sturdy coffee table; and a practical kitchen, dining or office table. Its iconic construction of large steel tubes contrasted with a slim wooden top will add character to your interior.

By Titouan Longatte

Toolbox

Sturdy and versatile, this metal toolbox lives on your desk, on your kitchen counter, around your plants to organise your small everyday items beautifully.

By Mael Sandoz

Trolley

Mobile and versatile, this steel trolley can be moved around the house to serve your needs. The two shelves are removable and can therefore be used independently of the structure as trays. The structure is fitted with wheels, but can also be used without them should you prefer to keep it stationary.

By Jeremy Loup

WALL SHELF

Built with a rod at the front for hanging towels, hangers and more, this wall-mounted shelf is perfect anywhere in the home: from the entrance to the bathroom, in the kitchen or in your bedroom. Made from sturdy bent steel tubes and oak wood, it is as classic as it is contemporary.

By Alexandre Li

COAT RACK

Inspired by the template structures of Swiss construction sites, this steel coat rack offers a unique, sleek silhouette to hold your clothes.

By Nikita Neitzke

Lamps

Made up of paper shades set on steel wire structure, this family of lamps comes in three models: a small, practical table lamp to place beside your bed or on a shelf; a generous floor lamp to light up living room or bedroom; and a pendant lamp for the dining table or to brighten up your living room.

By Jean-Elie Matile

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COLLECTION OF TEXTILE OBJECTS

Born of an exploration of different artistic mediums such as collage, silkscreen and pad printing, this collection of free-form graphic motifs can be found all over your home, on decorative pillowcases, finely woven kitchen towels, paper napkins and a shower curtain.

By Flavia Renaud

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The process

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The Homeworks Collection

TRASH CAN

CANDLEHOLDERS

RUGS

Chair

Plant pots

HANGER

MAGAZINE HOLDER

MIRROR CLOCK

STORAGE SET

STEP STOOL

Tables

Toolbox

Trolley

WALL SHELF

COAT RACK

Lamps

COLLECTION OF TEXTILE OBJECTS

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