Sculptural Furniture

Never has design been such an aesthetic art form as it is today. Between online graphics, modern furniture, and avant-garde light fixtures, beauty is popping up in the most unexpected places. Walking into a furniture store is as practically as stimulating as walking into a reputable art gallery, and I don't just mean for people interested in design, I mean for everyone. A light has become so much more than something to brighten a room, it has become a sculptural piece of art in itself.

Some examples of sculptural shades include:

1. Glass blown shades:

Trendy San Francisco Bar Agricole installed some glass sculptural shades that look like fabric blowing in the wind. The shades were designed by Nikolas Weinstein of Weinstein Studios and have managed to completely transform the look and feel of this tavern to make it modern and urban.

2. External fabric shades:

A growing trend nowadays is using fabric sculptures to decorate the outside of a building or public space. With great height and bright colours these sculptures can draw positive attention to a building and/or act as an ideal space for signage, imagery and promotion.

3. Wooden cabinets:

Huw Edwards-Jones sells a set of triangular pivoting drawers which are exquisite. The set looks like the rooftop of a home with each drawer able to spread out almost like a fan. Who knew storage could be so creative and fun? Huw Edward-Jones is considered an expert cabinet maker and designer.

4. Exotic patio furniture:

If you're looking to convert your patio into a showpiece of modern art then you might opt for patio furniture by Koji. The pieces are made of natural materials such as wood and rattan. The designs are modern but simple, which make the pieces comfortable and easy to use.

5. Chairs:

From Jennifer Heier to Philip Stark, chairs are a great way to splash some modern and creative fun into your home. Heirer designed the legless ReLegs chair that is made of wood and sits comfortably on the floor. Stark is known for his simple lines and use of fun materials and fabrics.

Those looking to add a touch of modernity and artistic design to their home are well advised to do it with a few key pieces. There's no need to go over the top and fill your apartment with white leather couches and plastic furniture, but a sculptural lamp shade, avant-garde patio furniture and quirky chairs can go a long way.


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