Personal, research-based and commisioned design works ranging from graphic design to ceramics, by Neslihan Tepehan
Objects
Key concepts in my work are the non-object and objectile — abstract artefacts that defy conventional object classification. These non-objects are designed to disrupt habitual movement patterns and invite engagement through touch, manipulation, and movement. By doing so, I aim to encourage the discovery of emergent relationships and expand the understanding of how bodies and objects interact within the material world.
This approach is guided by an interaction-based design practice that challenges established patterns of movement and perception. It seeks to unearth unexplored possibilities within the dynamic interplay of materials, forms, and bodies. Emphasis is placed on the interconnectedness of bodies and their material environments, recognising that these relationships are in constant flux.
Bodies and objects forge temporary, functional alliances, allowing new bodily experiences to surface.
My current practice revolves around exploring the entangled relationship between bodies, objects, and material environments. I’m deeply interested in how we establish connections with objects and artefacts, and how these relationships evolve over time, influencing both our sense of self and our surroundings. I approach objects as active participants in an ongoing process of exchange, rather than fixed entities. Through these interactions, I believe we open spaces for discovering new ways of relating to ourselves, others, and the multi-layered ecosystems we are part of.