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17-25 October 2026

Roofers

"By changing the context of this craft towards interior objects, I offer people direct access to the story of the zinc roofers"

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Ronald Smits
“Roofers” is a tribute to the craftsmanship of Haussmannien zinc roofers who work in a century-old tradition. It uses the same technic, material, and tools, to create interior objects and highlight these skills.
‘Roofers’ is a tribute to the craftsmanship of Parisian zinc roofers, who work in a centuries-old tradition. In the center of Paris, 70 percent of the roofs are covered by zinc. The roof workers have to fit every piece of zinc by hand to the many corners
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Dimitry Suzana & Miles Le Gras
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Dimitry Suzana & Miles Le Gras
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Miles Le Gras
Mould to shape the objects
Mould to shape the objects

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