The Alvo Stool for Urbancase is Completely Made by Hand
Meghan Young — October 31, 2012 — Art & Design
References: urbancase & design-milk
The Alvo Stool is a simple seat that may attract but not impress at first glance. That is because its simple design is deception. In a day and age where everyone and their mom can use some kind of special piece of technology to create a piece of furniture, each Alvo Stool is made by hand. In fact, every step and seat is undertaken by the designer himself, Brian Beck.
Designed for Urbancase, a studio based in Seattle, Washington, the Alvo Stool was built using a vintage German block planes and a simple bench lathe--no computer necessary. From the slim legs to the subtly curved seat, the Alvo Stool is a beautiful piece of furniture. It is available in robin's egg blue and white.
Designed for Urbancase, a studio based in Seattle, Washington, the Alvo Stool was built using a vintage German block planes and a simple bench lathe--no computer necessary. From the slim legs to the subtly curved seat, the Alvo Stool is a beautiful piece of furniture. It is available in robin's egg blue and white.
Trend Themes
1. Handmade Furniture - The resurgence of handmade furniture offers an opportunity for craftsmen to create unique, high-quality pieces.
2. Retro Design - The use of vintage tools and techniques in furniture making presents an opportunity to tap into nostalgia and appeal to a specific market.
3. Simplistic Aesthetics - The demand for minimalist and subtly designed furniture offers an opportunity to create visually pleasing, yet functional, pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - By embracing handmade techniques and retro design, furniture manufacturers can differentiate themselves in a crowded market and cater to niche audiences.
2. Craftsmanship Training - The resurgence of handmade furniture creates a potential demand for training programs and workshops that teach traditional craftsmanship skills to aspiring artisans.
3. Interior Design - The simplicity and clean lines of subtly curved seating can be incorporated into interior design projects, providing a modern yet classic aesthetic to spaces.
5.3
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
