HYBRID: A Unique Blend of Craft and Technology

Merging Tradition and Innovation in Design

Contrary to predictions that radios would become obsolete in the face of PCs and smartphones, the HYBRID design proves that these small accessories still hold immense value. With its rising sales and increasing popularity, the radio remains an indispensable and accessible technology in our modern lives.

Mathieu Lehanneur's design philosophy revolves around merging the virtues of nature with contemporary technology. In HYBRID, he takes this concept further by combining the intelligence of 2.0 technology with the skilled craft of woven rattan. The result is a design that captures the essence of a period torn between future ambitions and the desire to preserve the past.

What sets HYBRID apart from other designs is its unique combination of natural rattan and industrial plastic engineering. This unconventional pairing offers a fresh perspective on traditional handcraft and plastic manufacturing. The design provides a new and refreshing experience of enjoying music and radio, while maintaining a clean and minimalist form.

The simplicity of the radio and clock settings, controlled by just two knobs on the side, adds to the user-friendly nature of HYBRID. Despite its innovative features, the design retains all the essential elements of a radio, including the antenna, in a sleek and streamlined form.

The HYBRID design was conceptualized and developed in France between 2012 and 2013, with production taking place in China. Its exceptional qualities and groundbreaking approach to design were recognized with the prestigious Silver A' Design Award in 2014. This award celebrates designs that showcase outstanding expertise, innovation, and artistic skill, leaving viewers with a sense of wonder and amazement.

HYBRID is a testament to Mathieu Lehanneur's ability to merge tradition and innovation, creating a design that is not only visually stunning but also functional and user-friendly. With its unique blend of craft and technology, HYBRID represents a new era in the world of DAB radios.