Adrienne Lau Designed the Acute and Obtuse Outdoor Furniture
Amy Duong — December 30, 2024 — Art & Design
References: dezeen
Architect Adrienne Lau fuses steel parts collected from old planters and beams from demolished army barrack to create the Acute and Obtuse furniture collection. The outdoor series is developed for Abbey Gardens, which is an open-access park and harvest garden. All of the pieces are made from upcycled materials. Lau explains, "The specific angles of the steel corners lend themselves well to forming the structure of different furniture types – 150 degrees for a lounger, 110 degrees for a chair, and the smaller angles as supports for benches."
The project also showcases how waste materials can be used in new ways as a notion of Japanese wabi-sabi, where design emphasizes the beauty of imperfections. Lee adds, "Instead of hiding them, imperfections should be embraced creatively to make material reuse more widely desirable. Making the collective material story evident inspires people to take good care of it. After all, objects are kept from waste when they are valued."
Image Credit: Raquel Diniz
The project also showcases how waste materials can be used in new ways as a notion of Japanese wabi-sabi, where design emphasizes the beauty of imperfections. Lee adds, "Instead of hiding them, imperfections should be embraced creatively to make material reuse more widely desirable. Making the collective material story evident inspires people to take good care of it. After all, objects are kept from waste when they are valued."
Image Credit: Raquel Diniz
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Material Integration - Utilizing repurposed materials in design can create eco-friendly furniture that highlights sustainability while reducing industrial waste.
2. Imperfection-emphasizing Design - Embracing the imperfections of salvaged materials fosters unique aesthetics and can lead to a broader acceptance and demand for sustainable goods.
3. Functional Geometry in Furniture - Using specific angular designs to create ergonomic outdoor furniture allows for innovative forms that prioritize both comfort and structural efficiency.
Industry Implications
1. Sustainable Furniture Design - This industry focuses on creating eco-conscious furniture that leverages upcycled and salvaged materials, attracting environmentally-minded consumers.
2. Outdoor Leisure Market - The demand for unique and environmentally responsible outdoor furniture is on the rise, driven by consumer desire for sustainable lifestyle products.
3. Waste Management and Recycling - Innovative reuse of construction and industrial waste in product design presents opportunities for developing a circular economy and minimizing landfill contributions.
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