Peter Mabeo designs the Lesire collection which is a range of hardwood furniture inspired by textiles as a unique juxtaposing concept. Mabeo, who is also the founder of Mabeo Studio has celebrated the intricate lace crochet processes that were prominent during the 1900s by South African women. The word 'Lesire' means 'wedding veil' in Tswana and nods to a textile known for its scallop-edged accent.
The designer explains, "We find that looking for design directions that are universally applicable in a world that is separated from us, is easier when we reach for what is around us with care. Our craftwork finds a place when we start from what is familiar and what we appreciate, translating either literally or conceptually, with a sense of freedom that is accommodating to what we have learnt and also to what is innate."
Textile-Inspired Hardwood Furniture
Peter Mabeo Designs the Lesire Collection of Furniture
Trend Themes
1. Textile-influenced Craftsmanship - The Lesire collection embodies a blend of traditional textile motifs and modern furniture design, offering a fresh take on aesthetic functionality.
2. Cultural Homage Through Design - Mabeo's celebration of South African women's lace crochet techniques fuses cultural appreciation with contemporary furniture, creating designs that tell a story.
3. Localized Inspiration in Global Products - Design strategies that draw from local traditions and craftsmanship are providing new avenues for globally appealing, yet culturally rooted furniture pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Innovations in design are blending traditional textile patterns with modern furniture, expanding aesthetic possibilities.
2. Home Decor - The fusion of intricate lace-inspired details into hardwood furniture is creating new trends in personalized and meaningful home decor.
3. Artisanal Craftsmanship - Artisanal techniques like lace crochet are being elevated in luxury markets, merging handcraftsmanship with high-end furniture design.