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The Bun Lounge Chair is defined by its soft, inviting form inspired by a freshly baked bun. With a balance between artistic expression and functionality, the chair features sculptural proportions and rounded shapes that enhance comfort. Designed for both residential and public spaces, it integrates carefully selected materials to ensure durability, ergonomic support, and a distinct visual identity.
The Osso chair captivates one's attention with its striking silhouette. The chair is both Baroque and Minimalist, with its curved beams, bent seats, and a circular backrest layers up to the back like a spine, hence, Osso. Though the joineries seem effortless, the design follows architectural principles for strength and rhythm, reminiscent of traditional Oriental architecture. In collaboration between the young designer with seasoned French cabinetmakers Brimbois, the design is elevated by applying century old techniques and finishes to new contemporary pieces.
Ori is a floor lamp influenced by Japanese origami, where Ori signifies folding. Constructed from a single sheet of recyclable aluminum, it features a streamlined and sustainable design without the need for welding. The top section is folded in reverse to create a seamlessly integrated lampshade. With a height of 35 inches and a compact base, Ori delivers soft, glare-free illumination suitable for reading while remaining easy to reposition. Departing from conventional geometric structures, the design achieves a refined balance between functionality and aesthetics.
Chain is a console table and bookcase designed for interior spaces. The form is based on an abstracted chain, a shape chosen to suggest connection and community. Travertine and Toros marble, both sourced locally in Turkey, are combined in the structure. Advanced stone cutting and finishing techniques are used to join the two stones and to create a durable surface. The contrast between the two stones creates a clear visual pattern. The piece is offered in several sizes and is shipped in eco friendly packaging.
Whale 0 is a pillow shaped after the streamlined body of a whale. The curved form supports the head, face and neck, and it adapts to back, side and stomach sleeping positions. The pillow is made of carbon dioxide polyol and bio vegetable oil polyols, which reduce the use of fossil fuels and improve biodegradability. A fully water blown foaming process is used to produce the foam. The material is hydrophilic, so the surface stays dry and breathable. The whale form is intended to bring a calm sense of peace and safety to the bedroom.
Crochet is a floor lamp inspired by knitting, one of the oldest decorative crafts. The metal structure resembles the interweaving of spokes during knitting, and the flexible light emitting diode cord recalls woolen threads. The matte cord forms a smooth oval, and its weight and bending behavior were studied so that the lamp looks balanced from every angle. The metal tubes are collapsible, and a cast metal element joins them at the center. Placed at the top of the lamp, the cord gives soft light for reading, work and rest.