ARNE DESMET
Fractall is the Belgium based design practice founded by Arne Desmet. Inspired by patterns and textures found in nature and fascinated by man-made materials and production processes, the objects in the Fractall collection appear both natural and industrial. The studio’s aim is to embrace technological production processes, while adding a sense of humanity to it. Despite their sculptural appearance, each object is highly functional. Often, remnants of the production processes are exposed, aiming to celebrate the materials in their pure form and the production processes that led to the creation of each object.
Both the shape and materialisation of the Spire lamp are inspired by the iconic New York Chrysler building. The design of the building’s spire, defined by stepped arches, was reduced to its essence and translated into a distinct, minimal volume. The texture of the material is accentuated by the soft glow of indirect lighting.
Materials: Aluminium
Colors: Aluminium
Dimensions on demand
L 5 cm
W 14 cm
H 26 cm
+/- 7 kg
Henge takes inspiration from the ancient circular stone structures, of which the iconic ‘Stonehenge’ is the most famous one.The Henge bench translates these cues into a curved seat supported by 3 columns, placed at irregular angles. This imperfection and the weathered black gradient finish allude to the impermanence of matter over time.
Due to the modular design, 6 benches can take the shape of a circle or, when placed in a ribbon shape, they can form any desired composition.
Materials: Aluminium
Colors: Aluminium, Black Lacquer
L 79 cm
W 108 cm
H 44 cm
+/- 16 kg
The mold for the foam bench was made using styrofoam plates. The texture of the styrofoam is transferred onto the surface of the concrete base elements, resulting in a uniquely textured and tactile surface. The concrete itself is a white concrete with color pigments added into the mix. The seating element of the bench consists of extruded aluminium tubes. The smooth and machined shape of the aluminium tubes contrast with the organic, rough concrete elements.
Materials : Pigmented Concrete, Aluminium
Dimensions on demand
L 150 cm
W 34 cm
H 44 cm
+/- 66 kg
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