Ten "well-made" objects from latest edition of Pearson Lloyd exhibition

Pearson Lloyd unveiled Godt Lavet, the second edition of its Well Made exhibition, during 3 Days of Design. Founders Luke Pearson and Tom Lloyd have picked 10 of the most thought-provoking objects from the show.

Godt Lavet, which means "well made" in Danish, was presented at Designmuseum Danmark. In the same format as the show from London Design Festival last year, it featured over 50 objects that embodied this concept.

The objects were selected by design industry professionals, with SCP founder Sheridan Coakley, Kvadrat CEO Anders Byriel, designers Sabine Marcelis and Hella Jongerius and Dezeen deputy editor Cajsa Carlson among the contributors.

"Tom and I have spent years in constant dialogue about the materials, processes and consequences of production methods we encounter on our travels, from bricolage to craft to industry," said Pearson.

"These conversations have shaped the way we think about design and ultimately led to the creation of this exhibition."

With this second edition, the Pearson Lloyd founders wanted to expand the dialogue, revealing an interpretation of well made that relates specifically to the Nordic countries.

"Every region has its own approach to making and materiality, and we're eager to see how these local voices interpret this question in an era of sustainability and rapid change," Pearson said.

Here, he and Lloyd talk through 10 key objects from the show:

Mignon eggs, manufactured by Fazer
Selected by Sofia Lagerkvist of Front

"Real eggshells, reused from food production, are filled with nougat to create a festive, fully biodegradable sweet," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"It's a brilliant example of reuse in action. The transformation of waste into elegant packaging shows that breathtaking elegance and practicality can coexist."

Weaving tool, made by Ramon
Selected by Sebastian Herkner

"Used by artisan Ramon in Nobsa, Colombia, this natural thistle tool is designed to soften and felt woollen blankets," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"Even without knowing its purpose, it is a stunning object. Its function reveals a deep relationship between culture, craft and resourcefulness."

Collapsible glasses
Selected by Nina Tolstrup and Jack Mama of Studiomama

"Discovered in Spitalfields Market in London, these vintage folding spectacles feature a beautifully engineered hinge that allows them to collapse for compact storage," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"They are an ingenious mechanism hidden in plain sight, a quiet masterclass in elegant problem solving and tactile delight."

Corkscrew, designed by Ettore Sottsass, manufactured by Alessi
Selected by Mette and Rolf Hay of Hay

"This sculptural corkscrew brings the colour and geometry of Sottsass into a domestic object for everyday use," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"It reminds us that function and joy can be complementary. Here, personality and play enrich a simple task."

Paper clip
Selected by Mark Isitt

"A loop and a half of bent steel wire, unchanged for almost 150 years, still performs its task perfectly," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"It's the ultimate reusable product, a perfect example of utility and simplicity, expressing the human drive to make tools."

Glass lens
Selected by Lise Vester

"Lenses help us see the world through microscopes, telescopes, cameras and glasses, quietly enhancing how we observe and understand the world," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"An almost invisible object, it transforms light into new perspectives. Imagine what we would not know about this world or others without this extraordinary invention."

Machine screw
Selected by Jonas Trampedach

"Two threads, one positive and one negative, combine to create strong yet reversible fixing," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"A foundational piece of circular design believed to have been invented circa 400 BC, the machine screw makes assembly, disassembly and reuse not just possible but routine."

Velcro, invented by George de Mestral
Selected by Bonnie Hvillum of Natural Material Studio

"Modelled on burdock seeds, hook-and-loop fasteners bring a wild evolution from nature into countless daily uses," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"A small moment of genius, engineered into daily life, it reminds us that observation is often the beginning of invention."

1006 Navy chair, designed by Wilton C Dinges, manufactured by Emeco
Selected by Jaye Buchbinder of Emeco

"Originally made for the rigours of Navy life, this recycled aluminium chair is built through a 77-step process that results in a charming balance of strength and elegance," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"It is a lovely example of something that transcends utility to become an object of beauty and honesty. The expression of materiality and construction is there for all to see, and so much the better for it."

Pestle and mortar
Selected by Samta Nadeem

"From medicine and food to science and art, the pestle and mortar could not be more universal," said Pearson and Lloyd.

"Straddling cultures and geographies, the design is a simple distillation of a process as old as the caves –using a hard object to crush something against another surface, unlocking the potential of the seeds, spices and minerals."

Well Made was on show at Designmuseum Danmark from 18 to 20 June 2025 as part of 3 Days of Design. Visit Dezeen Events Guide for more architecture and design events around the world.

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