Extreme minimalism at the Parisian trade show
Pushing this year’s theme of “essential” to its most abstract limits, an exhibition at Maison et Objet plays with the idea of disappearance. Below, see the highlights we spotted—magical designs that seem to almost erase or reduce items until all that remained were delicate lines or dazzling reflections of light….
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Novel offerings from the Parisian design trade show
Among the myriad of brands vying for attendees’ attention at the Maison et Objet 2012 were a handful of particularly innovative products—a high-tech foosball table not least among them—that caught our attention. In our multi-part look at the massive design fair, we start with the following standouts for just…
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Spanish architect Alberto Campo Baeza has concealed an office block with walls made entirely of glass behind a sandstone enclosure in the Spanish city of Zamora (+ slideshow).
The architect matched the stone of the site’s perimeter walls exactly to the exterior of the neighbouring Romanesque cathedral, which is located in the west of the historic walled city.
Behind the screen walls, two irregularly shaped courtyards are positioned either side of the glass building that houses the advisory board for the autonomous region of Castilla y León.
The sheets of glass that make up the exterior of the two-storey building are joined by little more than structural silicone. ”It’s as if the walls are entirely made of air,” said Campo Baeza.
Glass fins separate the outer glass skin from an inner glass wall in front of the floor plates, creating a void that mimics the proportions of a solid wall.
This cavity is ventilated to keep the building cool during the summer, preventing a greenhouse effect.
The project was completed in collaboration with architects Pablo Fernández Lorenzo, Pablo Redondo Díez, Alfonso González Gaisán and Francisco Blanco Velasco.
Other impressive buildings we’ve featured from Spain include an extension to a historic town hall and a civic and cultural centre inside a former prison.
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Photography is by Javier Callejas Sevilla.
Above: aerial view of Zamora
Ground floor plan – click above for larger image
First floor plan – click above for larger image
Second floor plan – click above for larger image
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Site plan and site elevation – click above for larger image
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An exhibition of the Italian architect’s work with the Murano glass firm at La Biennale
Coinciding with the events of Venice Architecture Biennale, Venini presents an exhibition dedicated to its famous collaboration with Carlo Scarpa, artistic director of the glassware firm from 1932 to 1947. The exhibition of 300 pieces (large and small vases, containers, dishes and more) demonstrates how the direct relationship between…
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This beautiful bouquet of ice cream canapé glasses is the latest from Martin Jakobsen, the designer of another YD fav – the rEvolution wine glass. The hand-blown Kkis set is a sexy twist on stemware that makes for an elegant and enticing presentation for after dinner desserts. The man knows glass and we’re looking forward to seeing more unique creations!
Designer: Martin Jakobsen
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Voici cette maison intégralement en verre, imaginée par la société italienne Santambrogio avec le designer Ennio Arosio. Un travail sur la transparence également pour le mobilier : le lit, la table ou la salle de bains sont entièrement composés de verres. A découvrir en détails et en images dans la suite de l’article.
Hackney-based artist Alex Chinneck has fitted identically smashed windows into a derelict factory just a mile away from the Olympic Stadium (+ slideshow).
Presented in association with the Sumarria Lunn Gallery, the installation draws attention to issues of economic and social decline in an area that was hoping to benefit from the regenerative effect of the games.
The project plays on the common assumption that unrepaired broken windows signify this kind of decline.
Chinneck spent four months clearing out soil, water tanks and heat lamps from the abandoned factory, which had last been used to grow cannabis plants.
He used industrial processes to replicate the same smashed window 312 times, with four pieces of glass creating the same break in every pane.
The installation can be viewed until November 2012, after which the building will be demolished.
The building is located on the corner of Mare Street and Tudor Road in Hackney, E9 7SN. Scroll down to see the site in our Designed in Hackney map.
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Here’s some more information about the sculpture:
Everyone knows the broken window theory – that vandalised windows signal an acceptance of social decline. Not so in Hackney where 312 identically smashed windows are causing passers-by to double take. Nicknamed ‘the Banksy of glass’ by local residents, artist Alex Chinneck is replacing broken factory windows with… broken factory windows. Presented by Alex Chinneck in association with Sumarria Lunn Gallery and located just one mile from the Olympic stadium, this intervention transforms a derelict factory building into a public art project.
Growing up surrounded by the industrial architecture of London’s East End, the work of Alex Chinneck removes everyday construction materials from their utilitarian context. Inspired by the landscape of London’s industrial architectural heritage, he finds raw beauty in these solid, purpose-made buildings. Smashed windows in former industrial neighborhoods come as no surprise; but where others see vandalism, Alex Chinneck saw potential: “There is something mesmerising about the way light catches a broken window pane, not only is the glass shattered but so is the reflection.”
Starting with an abandoned factory that had been used to grow cannabis, Chinneck spent a gruelling four months removing the remnants: piles of soil, wires, grow bags, water tanks, plant pots and heat lamps. Following an intense period of preparation, Chinneck then used industrial processes to precisely replicate one smashed window 312 times, replacing each original factory window.
All the visible windows in this building have now been replaced with identically broken sheets of glass – the combination of engineering and accident helping to complete the illusion: “This project always evolved with consideration to sculpture, architecture and engineering but ultimately I like the simple idea of performing a magic trick on such a scale.” In total 312 panes from 13 windows have been replaced with 1,248 pieces of glass – four pieces form the perfect break in every pane. Fast becoming a Hackney landmark, the former factory will soon be demolished, the work disappearing with it.
About the artist:
Alex Chinneck was born in 1984 and is a graduate of the Chelsea College of Art and Design. Most recently he was nominated for the Royal British Society of Sculptors’ Bursary Award. Using contemporary methods of fabrication, Chinneck finds new and ambitious applications for everyday construction materials, removing them from their functional context to create playful installations. By making work that is unconcerned with creative disciplines his sculptures and installations co-exist across the realms of art, design and architecture.
Title: Telling the Truth Through False Teeth
Artist: Alex Chinneck in association with Sumarria Lunn Gallery
Location: corner of Mare Street and Tudor Road, Hackney, E9 7SN
Installation on view: now until November 2012
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From freaky scientific instruments to necklaces, each piece in this series of glass containers by Fabrica gets inspiration from a unique and interesting place. Simultaneously delicate and bold, the collection of hand-blown carafes, vases and other vessels are not only beautiful but functional for a variety of uses.
Designer: Fabrica
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Les architectes de Avanto ont été commissionnés par Kekkilä, une entreprise spécialisée dans le structures pour le jardinage, afin de créer une chambre en plein jardin. La designer Linda Bergroth a installée l’ensemble sur une île finlandaise. Plus d’images de ce projet incroyable dans la suite de l’article.
Czech designer Michaela Tomišková combines glass, crystal and electricity to create elegant and modern lamps
by Adam Štěch
Two different stories of Czech craft heritage have come together in two different types of glass for a collection of lamps, “Made by Breath”, from young Czech designer Michaela Tomišková. The 2011 Prague AAAD graduate has indeed given new life to traditional production with her unorthodox use of materials—in collaboration with two national glassworks—each specializing in different forms of production.
The legendary Moser glasswork from Karlovy Vary, which was founded in 1893 by Ludwig Moser, has supplied pure cut crystal glass for the project. On the other hand, Kavalier, founded in 1837 Sázava and known for its special tubular laboratory glass called Simax, has prepared minimalist-construction elements.
The distinctly different styles and use of materials harmonize in the decorative, yet minimalist and functional collection of table lamps. Most of the lamps are comprised of thin tubular glass by Kavalier decorated with eclectic crystal parts by Moser. The result is a subtle, surprising connection of forms and shapes, which highlights the visual qualities of the range of materials.
“Cut crystal glass from Moser is more decorative with great light qualities, while Simax from Kavalier is more functional, says Tomíšková. “I have used it for whole construction of lamps and for better adjustment of electricity.” The connection between the two transcends the form, function and construction of lamps itself, letting the whole of Czech glassmaking history resonate in the contemporary progressive ideas that bring together these two opposite stories of Czech glass craft and industry.
“Made by Breath” is available directly from the designer, with prices starting at $580.
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