An ode to collective authorship, this 12-piece inaugural collection brings forward the distinct voices of individual designers, unified through a shared ethos rather than a singular aesthetic.
Handcrafted in Portugal using locally sourced materials, the collection reflects both a commitment to craftsmanship and an evolving model of creative and financial empowerment within the studio.
The first furniture line designed by Baird Architects, ba objeto is an ode to the collective.
ba objeto was inspired by the belief that the architect is not a singular “hero,” but rather that architecture is a collaborative act.
Every piece reflects the singular perspective of the designer behind it. Together, the works engage in a harmonious dialogue, united by ethos rather than aesthetics. The firm’s collaborative editing process refines each piece, creating cohesion without compromising individual expression.
Designed in New York and crafted in Portugal, ba objeto draws on Portugal's enduring culture of making. Each piece is produced using vernacular, locally sourced, and environmentally conscious materials, reflecting Portugal's rich material heritage through the lens of architectural precision.
Baird Architects’ collaborative ethos extends beyond the design of the collection to its financial structure. As the firm’s initial investment is repaid, the designers’ share of both profits and ownership in the company gradually increases.
The model proposes a form of decentralization and empowerment by which those responsible for the work ultimately hold a growing stake in the brand’s success. Operating simultaneously at the individual and collective scales, ba objeto becomes a platform for reciprocal creative exchange between its contributors and the studio.