Art and collectible design by Marie Bernard demonstrates the artists exploration of the universality of design, the slightly misshapen forms are about connection; the mystical realms which bind us hold the value of who we are rather than the singular relativism which may seperate us.

The abstracted designs are inspired by the vernacular architecture of Nièvre in central France, in particular, the exaggerated use of masonry to frame doorways. They employ this reference to the portal to emphasise global connections between people and their environment. The work of Marie Bernard suggests a shift in our focus away from the tangible differences toward the intangible qualities of our shared human experience.