John Rocha
"Born in Hong Kong of Chinese and Portuguese descent, John Rocha moved to London in the 1970’s to study fashion. Using Irish Linen in his graduate collection he was inspired to visit Ireland, eventually moving to Dublin in the 1980’s, where he has lived for over twenty years, working closely with his wife and business partner, Odette. Over this time, John has developed and refined his own distinctive style, constantly experimenting with new fabric and techniques. His trademark hand embellishments, handcrafted knitwear and hand painted silks give a distinctly special and eclectic appeal to his collections. John was awarded with the prestigious title of British Designer of the Year in 1994 and since then has received widespread international recognition, and has expanded his work into other creative fields.
In 1997, the John Rocha at Waterford Crystal collection was successfully launched marking his first work in another medium. The range has subsequently achieved worldwide acclaim, and continues to expand and develop. October 2004 saw the launch of Black Cut a dramatic new collection of opulent Black and Clear Cut stem and gift ware.
Opened in May 1999, the Morrison Hotel in Dublin was John Rocha’s first interior design project and is now firmly established as one of Europe’s most popular hotels. Following this success John has worked on numerous prestigious interior projects. Including L3, a development of apartments and penthouses in a 1930’s postal depot in Liverpool City Centre and Beacon Court a business and lifestyle centre in Dublin. He is currently involved in the design of a major urban residential project in Birmingham City Centre, which successfully launched off plan in 2003 and is due for completion this year. He is also working on an exclusive development of luxury apartments in Budapest together with several private schemes.
Autumn-Winter 2000 saw the launch of Rocha.JohnRocha, five exclusive ranges for Debenhams comprising of Menswear, Womenswear, Childrenswear, Accessories and Homes. The Rocha.JohnRocha, collections have gone from strength to strength and continue to evolve and develop season by season.In February 2002, in recognition of his long-standing contribution to the fashion industry, John Rocha received the Commander of the British Empire (CBE) award from Her Majesty The Queen.
In the summer of 2002, John Rocha’s contemporary range of jewelry was launched in Dublin. The beautiful collection of organic designs in gold, silver and semi-precious stones was launched in the UK in the Autumn 2002 and is stocked at Liberty, London and selected retailers throughout the UK and Ireland. In Autumn 2004 two new ranges were added to the JRJ collection and have proved immediate successes.
In October 2002, John launched a new book entitled: JOHN ROCHA, Texture, Form, Purity, Detail, a superbly illustrated study of his design philosophy and influences, published by Conran Octopus. It serves as a comprehensive record of John’s work through fashion, product, interiors, and architecture.John Rocha continues to expand and develop his portfolio of work and to explore ever new areas of creativity and design."
In 1997, the John Rocha at Waterford Crystal collection was successfully launched marking his first work in another medium. The range has subsequently achieved worldwide acclaim, and continues to expand and develop. October 2004 saw the launch of Black Cut a dramatic new collection of opulent Black and Clear Cut stem and gift ware.
Opened in May 1999, the Morrison Hotel in Dublin was John Rocha’s first interior design project and is now firmly established as one of Europe’s most popular hotels. Following this success John has worked on numerous prestigious interior projects. Including L3, a development of apartments and penthouses in a 1930’s postal depot in Liverpool City Centre and Beacon Court a business and lifestyle centre in Dublin. He is currently involved in the design of a major urban residential project in Birmingham City Centre, which successfully launched off plan in 2003 and is due for completion this year. He is also working on an exclusive development of luxury apartments in Budapest together with several private schemes.
Autumn-Winter 2000 saw the launch of Rocha.JohnRocha, five exclusive ranges for Debenhams comprising of Menswear, Womenswear, Childrenswear, Accessories and Homes. The Rocha.JohnRocha, collections have gone from strength to strength and continue to evolve and develop season by season.In February 2002, in recognition of his long-standing contribution to the fashion industry, John Rocha received the Commander of the British Empire (CBE) award from Her Majesty The Queen.
In the summer of 2002, John Rocha’s contemporary range of jewelry was launched in Dublin. The beautiful collection of organic designs in gold, silver and semi-precious stones was launched in the UK in the Autumn 2002 and is stocked at Liberty, London and selected retailers throughout the UK and Ireland. In Autumn 2004 two new ranges were added to the JRJ collection and have proved immediate successes.
In October 2002, John launched a new book entitled: JOHN ROCHA, Texture, Form, Purity, Detail, a superbly illustrated study of his design philosophy and influences, published by Conran Octopus. It serves as a comprehensive record of John’s work through fashion, product, interiors, and architecture.John Rocha continues to expand and develop his portfolio of work and to explore ever new areas of creativity and design."
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Obrigado pelo link no teu blog:)
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