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Michael Anastassiades' 'Things That Go Together' at NiMAC in Nicosia

exhibition · 2026-05-04

The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre (NiMAC) presents 'Things That Go Together', a solo exhibition by Cypriot-born, London-based designer Michael Anastassiades (b. 1967). The show, sponsored by Flos, explores his design philosophy through collected objects, prototypes, and iconic works. A room transformed into a cabinet of curiosities displays nearly perfect spherical stones bought on eBay, alongside geometric components and naturalia. The exhibition includes models of his String Light for Flos, a 12-meter cable suspension lamp allowing free placement. Furniture, lamps, and accessories from the past 20 years—such as the Jack bookcase for B&B, Sommelier Collection for Puiforcat, and Miracle Chips with Henraux—are placed directly on the floor to reduce distance. Anastassiades describes the retrospective as an exercise in maturity, focusing on awareness, balance, and authenticity. The show runs until July 20, 2019.

Key facts

  • Michael Anastassiades was born in Cyprus in 1967 and is based in London.
  • The exhibition 'Things That Go Together' is held at NiMAC in Nicosia.
  • Flos is the main sponsor of the show.
  • Anastassiades collects spherical stones from eBay, displayed in a cabinet of curiosities.
  • String Light is a 12-meter cable suspension lamp designed for Flos.
  • Furniture includes Jack bookcase for B&B, Sommelier Collection for Puiforcat, and Miracle Chips with Henraux.
  • Objects are exhibited without cases or pedestals to encourage direct engagement.
  • The exhibition runs until July 20, 2019.

Entities

Artists

  • Michael Anastassiades

Institutions

  • Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre (NiMAC)
  • Flos
  • B&B Italia
  • Puiforcat
  • Henraux

Locations

  • Nicosia
  • Cyprus
  • London

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