Design from Scratch

Design from Scratch

At first glance, you wouldn’t think that the “First Chair” was all that simple to produce with its seemingly complex counterbalance of the legs, seat & back. But it’s actually result of the designers attempt to create a chair entirely from scratch! Using only the minimal amount of tools & materials available in his workshop at the moment, designer Jonathan Dorthe cut each piece from a single flat sheet of Russian plywood & then assembled using basic joinery techniques. It’s minimal in both aesthetic & process!

0 Designer: Jonathan Dorthe for Atelier-D

A Swiss Army Knife of a Table

A Swiss Army Knife of a Table

D*Haus’ D*Table is a functional 3D puzzle inspired by the Haberdashers Formula! Discovered by English mathematician Dudeney in 1903, it turns a perfect square into an equilateral triangle by dissecting the square into four distinct shapes. Dudeney’s achievement lay dormant in mathematical textbooks for over 100 years, but when applied to modern design, the possibilities are endless! Functionally flexible, this coffee table adapts to any space while encouraging play and user interaction.

0 Designer: D*Haus

Extraterrestrial or chair?

Extraterrestrial or chair?

Like something straight out of a science fiction horror movie, the UB1K chair touches on the darker side of futurism with its alien, scaly, organic aesthetic. The tripodal design appears muscular… flexing to pounce at any moment. It’s a bit menacing but nonetheless captivating.

0 Designer: Edward Kim

The Wonder of What's Under

The Wonder of What’s Under

Ukraine based designer, Max Ptk, has imagined a dining room uncluttered with extra things like chair legs and table bases. At least, thats the illusion this beautifully conceived dining room set gives off. Made of tempered glass and wood, the “Rauma Collection” makes a boldly minimal statement, while at the same time confusing far-sighted family pets.

0 Designer: Max Ptk

What's not to love about a tipi?!

What’s not to love about a tipi?!

Building home-made tipis & forts were one of the most fun parts of growing up, so it’s easy to see the appeal in this award-winning tipi no matter your age. Mikasi is a lightweight, portable, and easy to assemble kit that expands or collapses from large to small thanks to it’s unique & simple construction. Whether you’re at the beach, in the yard, or in your living room, this modern homage to the nomadic home invites you to relax, work, or just let your imagination run wild inside.

0 Designers: Sascha Akkermann & Flo Florian

Finally, a Handsome Heater

Finally, a Handsome Heater

The Slice hydronic radiator provides exceptional radiant heat to your home, while adding style, efficiency, and added functionality with its convenient hideaway seat. It’s a perfect supplemental heating system for mounting near drafty windows or colder areas of your home, but also makes for a great personal warmer-upper! Imagine it next to your front door where you can plop down after coming in from the cold, or having it in your bathroom as a place to sit after getting out of the shower. Do want!

0 Designer: Burak Kocak

Synthetically Strong, Naturally Tough

Synthetically Strong, Naturally Tough

Ramus, latin for “tree branch,” is a sculptural piece that combines the strongest of man-made materials with the natural structural advantages of a tree’s branches. The carbon fiber, steel and Kevlar-reinforced base is virtually indestructible, yet has a misleadingly delicate aesthetic. In gloss or satin finishes, it’s a super chic addition to the modern office.

0 Designer: Il Hoon Roh

Star Gazing Table

Star Gazing Table

The Nebula table is created from a combination of polygons that play with the viewer’s perspective, making the facade an interactive sculpture of sorts. Depending on the angle from which it is viewed, the glossy black surface also gives a subtle, clouded reflection of surrounding colors that resembles an interstellar cloud. Composed of fiberglass, it’s a sexy accessory inside or out.

0 Designer: Yovo Bozhinovski

Rock it Modern Style

Rock it Modern Style

Designer Seden Craig said it best- “this ain’t your granddaddy’s rocking chair!” The skeletal design was inspired by slatted furniture as well as topography models making it a unique, modern twist on the conventional rocker that’s defined by linear wood slides contrasted with a white facade on top. It’s an interesting alternative to both the outdoor adirondack or indoor rocker.

0 Designer: Seden Craig

High Chair that Grows Up Too

High Chair that Grows Up Too

The Froc high chair was designed with growing kids in mind, adjusting in just 3 simple steps (footrest, seat, and backrest) to accommodate children from the age of 6 months up to 10 years old. The adaptable design grows with kids, so there’s no need to endlessly replace chairs that become too small. The super-solid design also offers superior stability, focusing the center of gravity at the seat so kids and wiggle all they want!

0 Designer: Rimarket & Gigodesign

Bird Feeder, Sofas And More…

Bird Feeder, Sofas And More…

Polish designer Jan Kochański showcased his studio projects to us and we simply loved his unique take on furniture and product design. I loved the simple yet artistically developed Fiu Fiu bird feeder and the MobiUse – mass use mobile chairs made from paper pulp. Hit the jump to experience some innovative and thought provoking projects.

0 Designer: Jan Kochański

This Stool Rocks!

This Stool Rocks!

This Stool Rocks is a project that explores the digital-to-physical possibility of made-to-order furniture. Fabsie’s network of local producers ensure that each stool is made in the city nearest the consumer, cutting delivery time and production costs. The stool itself is minimal in form, flat-pack ready, and super-easy to assemble. The versatile design also features 3 base options: Hard Rock, Soft Rock, and Easy Rock depending on how hard you want to rock!

0 Designer: Fabsie

Totally Snuggable Seating

Totally Snuggable Seating

There’s nothing quite like snuggling up in a hand-knitted blanket so why not knit an entire seat?! Using knitting techniques from her home of Oaxaca, Mexico, designer Amaya Guiterrez works with a team in Los Angeles to create the handmade Bdoja chair. The design is sustainable and though each is unique with its own flaws and special characteristics, they are flawlessly comfortable!

0 Designer: Amaya Guiterrez