Bridge hovers in the realm of both art and functional design
Introducing IMMATERIAL 0001: A Bench that Blurs the Line Between Function and Art
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Jacques Cartier Studio, ANAGRAM, and Vestre have created the IMMATERIAL 0001 bench, a piece that challenges traditional notions of furniture and redefines the boundaries between function and art.
The design inspiration for the IMMATERIAL 0001 bench comes from the incremental skeletons found in traditional boat-building, symbolizing a connection between historical craftsmanship and futuristic design vision. ANAGRAM reimagined the design, infusing it with a sense of near-future possibility and subtle provocation.
Vestre, known for its precise craftsmanship in a Norwegian forest factory, translated this ambitious vision into a tangible, lasting object. The result is a visually dynamic form that shifts depending on the viewer’s angle. From one perspective, the bench appears surprisingly light and almost weightless, while from another, it commands the room with a monolithic solidity. This visual ambiguity expresses the central themes of duality and transformation in the design.
Materials used emphasize craftsmanship and longevity. The structural base of the bench is made of cold galvanized steel, offering a sense of industrial modernity. In stark contrast, the seat is crafted from warm Swedish pine, providing organic curves and inviting touch and interaction. The interplay between these materials creates a dialogue between nature and industry, warmth and coolness, softness and strength.
The IMMATERIAL 0001 bench debuted at Paris Fashion Week as a scenographic centerpiece for Jacques Cartier Studio. It serves not only as a functional seat but also as a sculptural artifact meant to be marveled at as art. The bench is more than just a place to sit; it is a statement of innovation, craftsmanship, and conceptual artistry.
IMMATERIAL 0001 challenges assumptions about its purpose, being both a functional object for public use and a sculptural work to be contemplated. It occupies a space between object and art, product and provocation, inviting questions about what is seen and experienced. The collaboration between Jacques Cartier Studio, ANAGRAM, and Vestre demonstrates the power of creative minds working together without compromise.
In a world that is constantly shifting between reality and imagination, the IMMATERIAL 0001 bench serves as a conversation starter and an exploration of what design can be. It is a testament to the beauty that can emerge when art and function collide, and it invites us to reconsider the role of furniture in our lives and in our spaces.
[1] Jacques Cartier Studio Press Release [2] Vestre Press Release [3] ANAGRAM Press Release
- The IMMATERIAL 0001 bench, a result of the collaboration between Jacques Cartier Studio, ANAGRAM, and Vestre, is not only a functional design piece but also serves as a sculptural artifact, blurring the lines between lifestyle and art, creating a unique piece for fashion-and-beauty and home-and-garden events.
- The IMMATERIAL 0001 bench, inspired by historical boat-building and infused with a sense of near-future possibility, represents an innovative approach to furniture design, revolutionizing the way people perceive and interact with everyday objects.
- By redefining the boundaries between function and art, the IMMATERIAL 0001 bench encourages inspiration and thought-provoking conversations, making it a standout piece at various events where fashion-and-beauty, home-and-garden, and lifestyle lifestyles intersect.
