30 July 2025  A Delicate MilestoneWith its 20th anniversary, the Viennese porcelain label feinedinge offers a rare look behind the scenes of a studio that has quietly shaped the perception of porcelain design beyond Austria's borders. Whether at international fairs like Maison&Objet in Paris or as part of fashion moments—such as last November's collaboration with Vienna-based designer Michel Mayer (video on Instagram)—feinedinge has long embodied the subtle art of understatement, drawing attention through form, texture, and craft rather than spectacle.Founded in 2005 by Sandra Haischberger, feinedinge emerged with a clear focus: minimalist design, functional elegance, and timeless aesthetics. The label's portfolio spans tableware, lighting objects, and accessories—each handmade in Vienna using fine Limoges porcelain. From the beginning, sustainability has been integrated into every step, from energy sources to raw material sourcing and in-house recycling of unused porcelain mass (details on feinedinge.at). The Craft Behind the ClarityTo mark the anniversary, feinedinge shared insights into its studio practices and current collections. Among the highlights are new images from the Babushka collection, a series known for its interplay between softness and structure. The surprise? One of the objects is made not from porcelain, but glass—mouth-blown in collaboration with a regional artisan. These transparent vessels echo the gentle curves of the Babushka silhouettes, yet reflect light in a more direct, airy way, complementing the brand's design vocabulary.Still, it's the porcelain Babushkas that stand out for their poetic detail. One version is adorned with delicate butterflies, each appearing almost weightless, as if caught mid-flight. Placed on the surface of the object, the butterflies do not merely decorate—they perch, as if jewelry resting lightly on skin. The craftsmanship here shifts from mere function to artistic gesture, inviting tactile curiosity. Other pieces in the Babushka series impress through their fragile-seeming architecture—works that hold their own space yet remain quietly understated. 20 Years, and a PartyTo celebrate its two-decade milestone, feinedinge recently posted an invitation on Instagram: on August 14, the anniversary will be marked with a gathering in the label's showroom on Margaretenstraße 35, starting at 5 PM. True to its name—which translates to "fine things"—the event promises good company, light refreshments, and a sense that the evening will carry the same elegance and intimacy found in the objects themselves. Nomen est omen. It's likely to be, quite simply, a fine evening.Images, from left: A porcelain piece from the Babushka collection adorned with delicate butterfly motifs, appearing like fine jewelry on the surface. Right: Portrait of feinedinge founder Sandra Haischberger at work in her Vienna-based atelier. Photos: © Patrick Griesbacher-Tafner |