Inflated ass chair, Yoomoota

Special Feature – Designer of the month

In the ever-evolving world of interior design, innovation often arises from unexpected intersections—technology and tradition, minimalism and maximalism, function and fantasy. One name at the forefront of this creative collision is YOOMOOTA, the avant-garde design universe that’s redefining what it means to live with art.

Blurring the lines between storytelling, sculpture, and interior form, YOOMOOTA isn’t just a design brand—it’s a visual mythology, a surreal aesthetic movement that transforms interiors into immersive experiences.

Chess “Another Kindom: Light stage”, by Taras Yoom

What Is YOOMOOTA?

YOOMOOTA is a fictional universe created by artist and designer Taras Zheltyshev, also known as Taras Yoom, originally introduced as part of a digital and physical art concept blending 3D artistry, collectible design objects, and futuristic fantasy. Drawing inspiration from science fiction, biology, and imaginary worlds, YOOMOOTA represents a series of planets, each with its own inhabitants, lore, and ecosystem. But beyond storytelling, YOOMOOTA has found a vivid and tangible expression in interior design.

Taras Yoom

From sculptural furniture pieces and light fixtures to collectible art-objects and modular installations, YOOMOOTA merges narrative with utility, turning ordinary rooms into otherworldly landscapes.

The Aesthetic: Biomorphic & Beyond

YOOMOOTA’s design language is unapologetically bold. Think: biomorphic shapes, iridescent textures, alien-inspired forms, and materials that appear grown rather than manufactured. Its pieces challenge our perception of furniture—where a lamp might resemble a sentient plant from another galaxy, and a coffee table could double as an artefact from an ancient space civilisation.

Candy Lady, Yoomoota

The colour palette is equally expressive, often playing with gradients, soft chromatic shifts, and unusual finishes like holographic sheens or milky translucent. This makes every piece not just a functional object, but a conversation starter, a sculptural centrepiece.

Lymphochair, Yoomoota

YOOMOOTA in the Home: How to Style It

While YOOMOOTA’s style is unmistakably surreal, it can be surprisingly versatile in the modern home. Here’s how forward-thinking designers are incorporating its elements:

• Statement Pieces: A YOOMOOTA chair or light fixture can act as a focal point in an otherwise minimalist room, offering contrast and personality.
• Zoning with Art: In open-plan spaces, sculptural YOOMOOTA pieces can help define areas, like creating a dreamy reading corner or a meditative zone.
• Mix & Match: While YOOMOOTA thrives in high-concept interiors, it can also work well with softer materials (like linen or concrete) to balance its intensity.

Curiosity Lamp, Yoomoota

The Collectible Appeal

What sets YOOMOOTA apart is its crossover into the digital collectible space, with many of its designs debuting as NFTs before being realised physically. This dual presence not only appeals to art collectors and crypto-natives but also to design lovers who appreciate the fusion of tech, narrative, and form.

With limited-edition runs and unique backstories for each item, owning a YOOMOOTA piece is akin to owning a fragment of an imagined cosmos—part furniture, part future artefact.

Collective Image Mirror, Yoomoota

Final Thoughts: The Future is Fantastical

In an age where design is increasingly driven by AI, sustainability, and storytelling, YOOMOOTA represents the next step: a fully imagined universe that breaks the mold of traditional interior aesthetics. It invites homeowners and designers alike to not just decorate, but to dream, explore, and inhabit new worlds through their spaces.

Whether you’re a collector, a futurist, or simply someone who wants their home to spark joy and wonder, YOOMOOTA offers a portal into the extraordinary.

YOOMOOTA isn’t just a trend. It’s a dimension. Are you ready to step in?

Until next time!!! 

Design geek in Athens