Selected by Openhouse Issue 22, design 13

Take a Seat

There is something inherently exhibitionist about turning our lives into a work of art. Creation comes within, but it loses its meaning if it isn’t shared. It is an act of bravery, where, as artists, we reveal not only our work but or true selves. Our audience – neighbors, family, colleagues, friends – witness this ongoing performance of life. Just as a stage is meticulously set for a play, we curate our surroundings, carefully choosing favorite chairs, couches, and cozy elements. We invite them to become part of this creation, offering a privileged view and making them active participants in the art we craft every day.

 

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1LV01 Chair. This stool from Pietro Franceschini Studio showcases a minimalist design with a sleek metallic frame and a plush dark cussion. DESIGNER: PIETRO FRANCESCHINI. BRAND: PIETRO FRANCESCHINI STUDIO. YEAR 2024. PHOTO: ENRICO CAPANNI.
1PARAGRAPHIC SINGLE STACK. This piece reimagines manila paper as innovative furniture, blending rigid moerdinst geometries with playful, imperfect forms. While embodying sturdiness and fragility it also challenges the conventional material use. ARTIST: BRIAN THOREEN. GALLERY: MASA GALERÍA. YEAR 2024
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1FUSE III. Charles Trevelyan, born in 1974 in Australia, has a distinctive style of blending natural textures, colors and forms with influences from his previous scientific career. His early work FUSE III showcases understaded elegance through rounded forms in Arabescato Orobico marble, rich in reds, greys, and blacks. DESIGNER: CHARLES TREVELYAN. GALLERY: CARPENTERS WORKSHOP GALLERY. YEAR 2020. PHOTO: DAVID BROOKS, COURTESY OF CARPENTERS WORKSHOP GALLERY.
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1STOFFNAGEL CANDLE HOLDER. A relaunch of the iconic candle holder of the original design by Werner Stoff und Hans Nagel in the 1960's. Renowned for its unqiue sculptural feature it can be shaped to endless array of modules having limitless potential. DESIGNER: WERNER STOFF & HANS NAGEL. BRAND: STOFF NAGEL. YEAR 1960's
1THE ANCORA MIRROR AND THE COSTELA CHAIR. These pieces embody a sublime fusion of modern sophistication and enduring elegance. The Ancora Mirror with its exquisite bass accents and refined minimalist frame echoes the discerning taste of any space when accompanied with the Costela Chair the duo crafts a harmonious blend of contemporary style and charmless design. DESIGNER: UMBERTO BELLARDI RICCI & MARTIN EISLER. BRAND: TACCHINI. YEAR 2024
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1FACETED SIDE TABLE. The Mexican Designer draws inspiration from the metaphor, philosophy and visual rhythm balancing logic and emotion in his work as well as the natural materials and cultural diversity of his home country. DESIGNER: JOEL ESCALONA.
1MASAHIKO YAMAMOTO AND HATANO WATARU EXHIBITION AT POTTER'S HOUSE. Yamamoto's work, characterized by simplicity and complexity, emerges from an intuitive process and always experimenting with different materials from Japan. Wataru is influenced by his childhood on Awaji Island reflecting on all the different memories connected to that. DESIGNER: MASAHIKO YAMAMOTO AND HATANO WATARU. GALLERY: POTTER'S HOUSE. YEAR 2024. PHOTO: SALVA LÓPEZ.
1TEBE. The TEBE Tableby Baxter stands out with a minimalist modern design, characterized by clear lines and an elegant structure. Crafted by high-end materials it offers a sophisticated and durable finish. BRAND: BAXTER. YEAR 2017
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1CIME. The Cime carpet collection was crafted using the pibiones technique in collaboration with Mariantonia Urru. These carpets are made from naturally dyed wool, connecting traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. DESIGNER: ZANELLATO/BORTOTTO. BRAND: SABA ITALIA. YEAR 2024
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1PAPER LOUNGE CHAIR. This handmade lunge chair exclusively signed for Béron Brut is drawing from the French decoupage and Japanese Mingei movement. Horan layers handmade heritage paper to create a 'vegan vellum'. DESIGNER: DAVID HORAN. GALLERY: BÉTON BRUT. YEAR 2021.
1TERRAIN. The design emphasizes simplicity, celebrating the natural texture of the wool and honoring Moroccan craftsmanship. DESIGNER: BENI RUGS. BRAND: FRAMA YEAR 2024.
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1CHAIR QUARTA. In the design of this chair, Mario Botta pursued the image and memory of a strong, transparent building. The goal was to create a physical object, generated by light achieved through the solids and voids formed by the alternating tubing frame. DESIGNER: MARIO BOTTA. FIND AT: ALIAS DESIGN. YEAR 1984.
1SUPERWIRE. More than a source of light, it is a fixture and a statement about commitment to thoughtful, sustainable and innovative design practices. DESIGNER: FORMAFANTASMA. BRAND: FLOS. YEAR 2024.
1QUADRAT ARMCHAIR. This design exemplifies a unique interplay of geometric lines and soft textures. It is a fusion between blending modern aesthetics with functional comfort. BRAND: PELLE. YEAR 2024. PHOTO: DANIEL SEUNG LEE
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1ROOTED FLOWS, CORNER ELEMENT AND DUO ELEMENT. The Dining Table features smooth surfaces, curved feet, and corners that reinterpret historical details using fluidly shaped aluminum to evoke lightness. In contrast the stools and side tables with their massive, irregular forms body heaviness. DESIGNER: LINDA FREYA TANGELDER. BRAND: DESTROYERS/BUILDERS. YEAR 2024. PHOTO: JEROEN VERRECHT.
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1ZHUANG SHI PAI. This coffee table embraces the multidisciplinary approach, manipulating scales and mediums to refine uniquely transformative human experiences. DESIGNER: OBJECTIVE OBJECT STUDIO. GALLERY: GALERIE PHILIA. PHOTO: COURTESY OF PHILIA.
1WOODEN PIECES BY GOONS. Goons is a Paris based design studio focusing on an artisan approach, the atelier is dedicated to exploring simple unique concepts executed with precision. DESIGNER: GOONS GALLERY: GALERIE PHILIA. PHOTO: PAUL LEHR
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1TERRAIN. The design emphasizes simplicity, celebrating the natural texture of the wool and honoring Moroccan craftsmanship. DESIGNER: BENI RUGS. BRAND: FRAMA YEAR 2024.
1CHROMEO. The armchair features striking curved chrome frame with bolster cushion detailing, creating a geometric silhouette. DESIGNER: SARAH ELLISON AND LEIGH MCKEOWEN. BRAND: ELLISON STUDIOS.
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1BUTAMISO. With its design this lamp reflects the phases of emission, direction and protection embodying the essence of taming light. DESIGNER: MIRABOBO. YEAR 2024
1121 SCARPA DINING CHAIR. The iconic chair, originally inspired from a sketch from Carlo Scarpa, came to life in 1965 with a distinct and timeless touch. DESIGNER: AFRA AND TOBIA SCARPA. BRAND: KARAKTER. YEAR 1965
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1SAKRO CHAIR. Inspired by the timeless design of monastic spaces the chair offers a serene and contemplative environment. IT reflects influences from ancient and contemporary sources, merging pre-Columbian and modern aesthetics. DESIGNER: DECERES STUDIO. GALLERY: THE FUTURE PROJECT. YEAR 2024
1STONE (01) COLLECTION. Working with natural materials in contrasting ways Studio Torbina embodies a unique everevolving practice. DESIGNER: POLINA TORBINA. BRAND: STUDIO TORBINA. YEAR 2024
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