Posted May 30th, 2008
Just back from the annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) and I certainly saw a lot of
eye-catching designs!
What struck me right away was the breadth and depth of designs featuring truly innovative materials. Throughout the show floor, resin, plastic, Styrofoam, woods, lacquer and other materials took center stage for a thoroughly modern commentary on contemporary design.
One item really caught my eye—the “Specter” chair by JoshUrsoDesigns. It’s unlike anything I have ever seen. At first glance, it appears as though some fabric has been draped over a chair. Upon closer inspection, it is apparent that there is no chair supporting the fabric. With the help of some resin, the hardened fabric maintains a chair shape. I love the cheekiness of this design, which works great for a hip, young modern living room.
An amazing, uniquely designed piece of teak outdoor furniture also took me by surprise. It was an eye-catching portable outdoor room created by Deesawat. It’s a one piece unit that converts from a lounge area with chaises to a picnic table perfect for those summer barbecues. What a clever combination. It’s like a pop-up book for grown-ups.
Tagged: contemporary design, deesawat, lacquer, materials, plastic, resin, specter chair, styrofoam, teak, woods
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