The Haas Brothers are making waves in the art scene with their latest exhibition, Haas Brothers: Uncanny Valley, currently on display at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City. This marks their largest museum showcase to date, featuring a diverse array of works that blur the lines between contemporary art and collectible design.
A Journey Through Artistic Evolution
Spanning over 15 years, the exhibition highlights the artistic journey of twin brothers Nikolai and Simon Haas, showcasing 85 pieces created between 2014 and 2025, including several new works. Curated by Laura Mott from the Cranbrook Art Museum, the exhibition includes sculptures, ceramics, paintings, and furniture, all reflecting the duo’s distinctive style.
Exploring Biomorphism and Technology
Since establishing their studio in Los Angeles in 2010, the Haas Brothers have gained recognition for their biomorphic designs that are both whimsical and meticulously crafted. The MAD exhibition reveals the underlying systems of their playful creations, featuring pieces like the Accretion ceramic series, inspired by coral formations, and intricate botanical sculptures made from thousands of antique Venetian glass beads. Their work also incorporates digital elements, showcasing algorithmically generated landscapes and self-generating sculptures, which highlight the ongoing dialogue between craft and technology.
The Concept of the ‘Uncanny Valley’
The exhibition’s title draws from the psychological theory of the same name, which Simon Haas identifies as a recurring theme in their work. He explains, “The ‘uncanny valley’ generally refers to robotics, where empathy for a robot increases the more human you make it—up to a point. When the robot becomes too human, empathy switches to revulsion. The solution for this is to add cuteness.” This concept serves as a lens through which to view their 15-year career.
Exhibition Details and Future Plans
Haas Brothers: Uncanny Valley will remain on view at the Museum of Arts and Design until August 16, 2026, after which it will travel to the Blanton Museum of Art in Austin, Texas, and the Mint Museum in Charlotte, North Carolina. This exhibition invites visitors to explore the complex interplay of art and design, humor and beauty, and function and fantasy.
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