Carrousel
the tables "Carrousel" & "Cathedral" are the continuation of my story "Triangles in (E)motion". I distill various forms that can both serve as designs for tables, but also be processed into abstract geometric entities which function as visual art. I try to create, from my own set of values and forms, beauty in a tradition that is related to Arte Povera and Minimalism.The question whether my creations are to be perceived as utensils or visual art is basically beside the point.
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The Umea is a very sexy, visually lightweight and elegant sofa bed for up to three people seating and two people in sleeping position. Though the hardware is the classical click clack system, the real innovation of this comes from the sexy lines and contours that make this quite an appealing piece of furniture.
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This table was designed by Bean Buro principle designers Kenny Kinugasa-Tsui and Lorene Faure. The project was inspired by the wiggly shapes of French Curves and the puzzle jigsaws, and serves as the central piece in an office conference room. The overall shape is full of wiggles, which is a dramatic departure from the traditional formal corporate conference table. The three parts of the table can be reconfigured in to different overall shapes to vary seating arrangements; the constant state of change creates a playful atmosphere for the creative office.
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The cast-iron single pan support recalls a domino system. Each stove was entirely produced using cast iron, both for gas burners and countertop, and thought as a single unit, to give the consumer the possibility to personalize his own cooking top; for this reason they are particularly suitable for wide-open space kitchens. Moreover, its form allows different compositions and gives a high level of flexibility for any kind of kitchen where it is installed.
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Bookshelf # 17 was developed with the premise to occupy the necessary space, when necessary. Considered to be an extension of the wall when all shelves are closed, or when not being used, and opening the shelves as needed. Abstaining from the superficial, it intends that the piece is functional and meets the requirements for which it was designed for. This project was developed by Danilo Olim
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