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Vento High Stool

Vento

Vento is a high stool with a dynamic and organic form. Vento has a very simple structure, consisting of a frame to show, a seat, and pipes connecting the frame. Vento has a very simple structure, consisting of a frame to show, a seat, and pipes connecting the frame. The simple and lean structure emphasizes the supple lines of the frame. The frame is laser cut out of a 6mm thick metal plate, making it strong, low in the center of gravity, and stable. The seat sinks lightly when you sit on it, and you can feel the elasticity of the metal.

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Diag Desk

Diag

Diag is a desk designed for use in both residential and office spaces. The desk consists of a wooden top supported by a steel base. Slightly raised and curved edges prevent objects from falling off the surface. Notches in the raised rear edge hold optional leather organizers for writing instruments. The top is available in oak or walnut veneer, in solid wood or in lacquered MDF. The base is available in brushed stainless steel or in anthracite structural lacquer. Diag measures 1440 x 720 x 888 millimeters.

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Orinnoro Jar

Orinnoro

Orinnoro is a jar designed for preserving items such as flowers and food. The tall glass object is 65 cm high and is hand shaped in a studio from recycled waste glass. Each jar is blown in a wooden mold, and the color stripes are formed with a modern interpretation of the classic Incalmo glass blowing technique. The rhythm of the glass making process gives every piece a unique color hue. The rough texture of the recycled material is highlighted, and the shadow of the glass shifts with the surrounding light. The design reflects calm Northern aesthetics.

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Aluminum Side Table

Aluminum

Aluminum is a bedside table designed to make storage simple and easy to reach. The table is fitted with a drawer and a recessed niche, so items can be put away and found even in the dark. An integrated light source in the top compartment is operated by touching the table top, and its inset position lights the surrounding space. The body is cut from aluminum with a water jet and bent on a press brake. The surface is sandblasted and anodized, and the sliders are 3D printed. The table measures 340 by 360 by 500 mm.

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Veizla Office Desk

Veizla Office

The Veizla Office desk is designed to fit in with the growing need for height adjustable compact home office desks. Most of what is available in the market place are simple metal H-frames, which are functional but not very attractive as a piece of home furniture. The Veizla desk, has built-in electronic controlled actuators, has two desktop drawers and cable management which can be accessed from the top and also from below. The desk is made from sustainable solid wood, with steel parts for strength and stability.

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Existence Chair

Existence

Existence is a chair designed for thinking. The chair is treated as a piece of architecture that defines an edge and leaves space for the mind to fill. Two prototypes have been made of stainless steel. Sitting on Existence requires attention and muscle effort, so the chair limits physical comfort in order to set the mind free. Each chair measures 1000 mm in width, 800 mm in depth and 600 mm in height. The prototypes were shaped by hand, and different techniques were adjusted to reach exact accuracy.

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Cadeira Chair

Cadeira

This piece of furniture is more than a chair, it's also a collection of samples of 34 wooden species, from Brazil and all over the world; it's a chair one can learn about the diversity of this natural resource. The chair itself answers a question that the designer has been frequently asked in the last 35 years: Which wood is this? It's a comfortable chair that same people just sit down and some people read the names and start a conversation about wood.

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Revolving Especie Armchair

Revolving Especie

Especie is a revolving armchair designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The armchair is made from solid wood reclaimed from demolition, which is sanded and varnished. The swivel base is made of steel. The seat is made of medium density polyurethane and covered with nautical fabric. The base is fixed while the seat rotates. The backrest is inclined to offer comfort and support to the user. An upholstered bench can be supplied as a footrest. The form follows the solid wood volumes and defined lines of Brazilian furniture of the 1970s.

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Bilico Table

Bilico

Bilico is a modular garden table that owes its name to the structure composed of modules which, ending in a single support stand, make the table visibly unstable. Thanks to its modularity, it is possible compose tables from the smallest circular shape one, with two opposite heads, to the ideal infinity using central modules. The table, made of Pietra di Trani (a typical stone marble from Trani area), is completed by the central tub, led light equipped, where the accessories (trays, flower stands, lamps, cutlery trays, cutting boards, etc.) are housed.

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Tao  Rocking Chair

Tao

The name comes from the Tao people who live on Orchid Island in eastern Taiwan. Also, these indigenous people are well-known for their traditional canoe craftsmanship. Inspired by the crafts of Tao, Hsu-Hung Huang integrated their boat-building craftsmanship into a piece of furniture. Furthermore, the designer hoped to transfer the experience of rowing the Tao canoe into the joyfulness of swinging in a rocking chair. Ultimately, the project explored the preservation of intangible cultural heritage and translated it into stylish and elegant artwork through contemporary design methods.

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Jiao Vase and Aromatherapy

Jiao

Since diversified and artistic interior styles prevail, this artistic container can be used in different scenarios. It can be wall mounted or placed on a desktop. It can be used as a vase as well as an aromatherapy container. The design was inspired by doorplates and wine bottles. The product is produced using 3D printing technology, which can be customized with different colors and surface effects.

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Goldwater  Coffee Table

Goldwater

The idea for this design was inspired by the water of the ocean. The sculptural aspect of this piece is manifested in the water like surface which accommodates the organic shape. Just as in nature, there are no visible connections, seams or construction to be found. Downward running water floating off a round spout seems to reflect in the shape of the legs. The brass meticulously mantels around the wooden body and is soldered and polished to give the impression of one continuous surface throughout the entire piece.

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