a familiar presence returned to am designs. with day one, again, ethan caflisch presents a new series that feels like both a continuation and a quiet reset. the works follow his earlier plates pieces, now approached in a more open and refined way.

each piece is reduced to what feels necessary. nothing is added without reason. forms repeat, shift slightly, and build on each other over time.

material and process

the works carry a strong sense of making. ethan began his practice with clay, and this still shows. even when working with linen, wood, or paint, there is a focus on shape, balance, and surface. materials are left honest. textures stay visible. small imperfections are kept, not hidden. this gives each piece a quiet presence, as if it holds its own history.

objects and meaning

many works start from simple objects — plates, tables, windows. familiar forms, but not fixed. they become more like impressions than objects. there is a sense of care in the work. surfaces are patched, layered, adjusted. nothing feels final. instead, the pieces reflect a process that continues over time.

a quiet rhythm

repetition plays an important role. forms return, slightly different each time. colors stay soft, sometimes with small accents. the works move slowly, asking for attention rather than demanding it. there is a calm rhythm across the series.

at am designs

within the space of am designs, the works feel at home. they sit naturally among materials, objects, and architecture. not as statement pieces, but as part of a larger atmosphere.

day one, again is not about starting over, but about returning — with more clarity, more focus, and a deeper understanding of what matters.