Attitude 129: Fusion

There are certain editions that are conceived as a territory for encounters – and this edition is, inevitably, one of them. Fusion stems from this idea of intersection: between languages, periods and sensibilities, but also between perspectives, experiences and journeys that evolve as they unfold. Diffusion, expansion… I see movement. I see change and transformation, and it makes perfect sense.

For me, this issue carries a bittersweet flavour, like a farewell. It marks the end of a deeply significant and personal cycle, made up of constant discoveries and encounters that have left a lasting impression on me. Over the last few years, I have enjoyed the privilege of meeting creatives from different places, each with their own unique way of interpreting the world – and of transforming it. It was also a leap into the world of architecture and interiors that proved to be more than just an editorial exercise; it became a way of being. I have learned to observe more closely, to listen more intently, to recognise the value of details – those that, silently, shape the identity of a space and of those who inhabit it. Through Atti-tude, I have had the chance to enter many of these intimate worlds – because every space and every home represents a world of experiences and privacy. And each world brings with it a unique fusion of memories, references, choices and emotions.

With this, I hope to whet the appetite of our readers – whether regulars, newcomers or those who buy issues sporadically to adorn their tables and summer spots – for the pag-es to come. Among the initiatives we've had the opportunity to observe since the last edi-tion, I’d highlight the Conversations with Nature event, hosted by Maison Ruinart, which took place last February at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, in partnership with the Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata, who took us on a journey through the Champagne region by way of three installations that highlight the connection between art, the expertise of champagne-making and the local terroir. The Madrid Design Festival also showcased and surprised us with what our neighbouring country has to offer on the current art scene, and the true role of design in society. From Portugal to the world, Constança Entrudo brings us her vi-sion of freedom, expressed through threads and fabrics, with her eyes set on the future; Pedro Cabrita Reis, a contemporary visual artist who requires no introduction, takes us to the Venice Biennale through his work. We feature a host of people and projects from vari-ous parts of the world, with distinct languages that meld into ideologies rooted in artistic expression that makes the world a better place.

I would like to thank Attitude for welcoming me and allowing me to give voice to my little world through words. I would also like to thank the rest of the team for their trust and dedication. I take with me the ‘attitude’ encapsulated in this idea of fusion – not only as a motto, but as a learning experience. And the certainty that it is at the intersection of people, spaces and stories that every-thing truly takes place.