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PHOTOGRAPHY · 31.10.2024

AI, Carpet Design, and Augmented Reality - MONICA MENEZ for OBJECT CARPET, Ippolito Fleitz Group, and Tilla Goldberg at Orgatec 2024

International photographer and filmmaker MONICA MENEZ employs AI creatively for her visionary projects and that very successfully. At the Orgatec 2024 trade fair in Cologne, the AI-based concept that she developed for Object Carpet and Ippolito Fleitz Group became a reality.

“I had the opportunity to design the visual world for the new sustainable DUO CARPETS collection and to create an exhibition experience that connects digital art and design in an entirely new way. Four AI-generated motifs, showcasing the character of the collection in a futuristic manner, were front and center – brought to life through augmented reality! I owe this project to the amazing Tilla Goldberg! Without her vision and support, this project wouldn't have been possible,” says Monica Menez.

The Artivive app gave visitors to opportunity to scan the motifs and gain insights into MONICA MENEZ’s creative process through short AR films. The project demonstrates how AI and creativity can go hand in hand.

“Our collaboration with OBJECT CARPET continues! For two years, we’ve been working on a new collection together based on OBJECT CARPET’s new sustainability concept. Before the official launch at BAU 2025, we’re showing a sneak peek at Orgatec. Freshly developed, large-format samples will be on display at the booth. And the motifs for the campaign come straight from the AI sandbox of fashion photographer Monica Menez,” says Ippolito Fleitz Group.

With the development of DUO Carpets, OBJECT CARPET has paved the way for its circular vision and is actively engaging in waste reduction and resource conservation. After more than 10 years of development, the mono-material carpet NEOO, made from 100% polyester, was introduced in 2022, and the DUO technology is now consistently pursued. By 2026, the entire product range will transition to this innovative technology, which offers designers complete creative freedom with polyamide and polyester.

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About Monica Menez

Monica Menez is an acclaimed German photographer, filmmaker and creative director whose work spans fashion, beauty, editorial and AI‑enhanced visual art. Based in Stuttgart, her imagery combines narrative depth, visual wit and expressive aesthetics—often blending the glamorous with the surreal, the humorous with the provocative. Her practice moves fluidly between stills and moving images, always guided by a distinctive visual voice that embraces storytelling, metaphor and emotional resonance.

Monica’s career is defined by exploration and innovation. She has received numerous international awards in both photography and fashion film, including multiple ASVOFF (A Shaded View on Fashion Film) Awards, Best Art Direction prizes at the Berlin and Madrid Fashion Film Festivals, and accolades for her films such as The Journey, Odditory, and Business as Usual.

Her work has been exhibited globally and featured in solo and group shows, and she regularly collaborates with leading brands and cultural institutions. Monica’s projects often challenge conventional perceptions of fashion and visual culture—inviting viewers into worlds where everyday motifs are reimagined with unexpected twists.

In recent years, Monica has expanded her practice into the intersection of creativity and technology. She co‑founded Synthetic Styles AI, a creative collective and educational platform that explores how artificial intelligence can be harnessed as a tool for artists and visual storytellers. Her work in this space champions creative experimentation, hybrid workflows and the development of new visual languages.

Whether behind the camera, in the edit suite, or working with cutting‑edge digital tools, Monica Menez continues to push visual boundaries—bringing imagination, intelligence and stylistic flair to every project.

GoSee : monicamenez.de

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