Fuelled by his fascination with language, philosophy and symbolism, Hein van Lieshout (1981) creates (architectural) things. Searching for essence, rather than shape, he aims to design rhetorical objects.
Is it possible to combine complex architectural elements into a matter of simplicity? In other words, how far can he go to peel off the idea of the object – in this case a bench – and stretch the premises of its construction method and common perception?
This approach leads to a whole new array of possibilities regarding usage.
Although the initial design was intended as a parody of a previous chair design, the object looks like a pulled-apart bench.
It features a combination of two stools, which gives the object a playful face.
The possibility to turn 90 degrees towards your neighbour, contributes to a touch of intimacy.
The separation/connection ensures a feeling of tension and fragility, even though the bench is strong enough to bear two (even more) persons.
The handcrafted construction of laminated plywood creates beautiful lines and every bench has its own personal character.
STOOLS
The possibility to turn 90 degrees towards your neighbour, contributes to a touch of intimacy
It features a combination of two stools, which gives the object a playful face.
Stretching the premises of its construction method and common perception
New in the canon of seaters!
Handcrafted bench – currently available in okoume
MAIL & ORDER (OR ASK FOR MORE INFORMATION)
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CHAIR NR. 1
Published in 2014 at the first edition of “De grote Amsterdamse Kunstkalender”, among 364 great talents and renowned artist, architects, photographers & designers….
It’s possible to order this handcrafted object different wood types
Two are left in Stock – please contact for a good price
beauty & uility with a twist – mail & order
(in other words: the object has a good “sit”)
In detail…
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NEWBIE:
FURNITURE FOR CHILDREN (& of course gnomes…)- in the development phase
This UNIQUE handcrafted prototype is for sale – 4 different chairs & a table
Curious??
FEEL FREE TO ASK FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Want more? Okay, one more!
Perfect educative chair to learn the skill of sitting still & even strong enough to bear a grown up