A magnificent view over the city and plenty of space – that's what lawyer and notary Dr. Thomas Puffe appreciates about his office on Lützowplatz. Just like the cup of green tea he enjoys every morning to start his working day. Preferably from the BERLIN office mug. He also serves his clients coffee or tea in KPM cups, either from the KURLAND or URANIA collection. Good design is important these days, says the enthusiastic amateur chef and father of four: "Exquisite pieces and focusing on beautiful details mean a distraction from our often hectic world for me." So, it goes without saying that KPM Berlin porcelain is on the shelf next to standard legal works.

Pouffe's grandmother already had a KURLAND service in her cupboard for special occasions. Today, the Puffe family uses plates, cups and bowls from the KURLAND BLANC NOUVEAU series. Unlike back then, however, the stylish pieces are used every day. "I grew up in Berlin, started and finished my law studies here. For me, KPM is one of the last traditional companies in the city," explains Puffe. Quality and experience are very important, but the company also thinks ahead: "I'm impressed by how the classic lines can be supplemented with new editions." The platinum-colored cup in the URBINO collection, for example, is very special. Depending on the angle of view, it reflects the black and white decor of the saucer. Puffe finds it difficult to name a favorite piece among all the choices. For him, however, the most beautiful mocha cup in the world is the one from the URANIA collection. The law firm gave it to its most important clients for Christmas. As a special edition with a small reminder of BEITEN BURKHARDT: the handle or cup rim is finely edged in the blue shade of the logo.

Text: Marlene Irausek

Images: Robert Rieger