People@Viktor & Rolf and Siebe Tettero

Viktor & Rolf and Siebe Tettero

Wallpaper*: How do you value the relationship between fashion and architecture and doyou think architecture can reflect or inspire fashion?
Viktor & Rolf : The reason that we have become fashion designers is because it allows us to escape from reality. Fashion is like a dream for us, and that is what we want to express in everything we do. A lot of material has been written about the interaction between fashion and the arts. However, our work is deeply personal and autobiographical. It reflects our thoughts and experiences. Architecture is never a direct source of inspiration.

W*: What sort of architecture do you think reflects your aesthetic?
V & R: We believe that beauty elevates humanity, it makes us aspire to believe in good. We admire architecture that reflects this sentiment, whether it is a gothic cathedral or the work of Corbusier.

W*: How can architecture help sell fashion?
V & R: By helping create the magical world around it.

W*: What are your reasons for selecting Siebbe Tettero for this coupling?
V & R: He has been part of our creative team for projects such as our first boutique in Milan and our office in Amsterdam. He understands and can translate our language into something real.

W*: What is your favorite city and why?
V & R: Our favorite city doesn't exist, but would have different elements of all the places we have visited and love.

W*: Which location or city do you think could most do with a makeover?
V & R: If we were architects, we would be able to answer that question in a second...

W*: How difficult is it, as an architect, to combine your vision with that of someone whose vision may be equally strong?
Siebbe Tettero: It is not really difficult, we think alike. The fun part of working together with Viktor & Rolf is that we immediately have the same idea and vision. Then it is easy to proceed with the project and makes sure the end project looks amazing.

W*: How do you begin to turn the task of shopping into a memorable event?
ST: By turning everything upside down.

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