The PALMA Planters are Inspired by Palm Trees
Meghan Young — April 1, 2012 — Eco
References: rainermutsch.net & contemporist
Inspired by the trunk of a palm tree, the PALMA planters have rings of fake layers that totter up to the top of the design. Made for the Swiss brand Eternit out of the company's patented fiber cement, which is a durable and sustainable material completely comprised of natural components, the PALMA planters have an otherwise minimalist aesthetic that would complement any outdoor or indoor setting.
Created by Austrian designer Rainer Mutsch, the PALMA planters are formed by hand. The various angles each layer has gives the pots a touch of quirky character. The PALMA planters are manufactured at a production facility in Switzerland and are available in various colors as well as two different heights.
Created by Austrian designer Rainer Mutsch, the PALMA planters are formed by hand. The various angles each layer has gives the pots a touch of quirky character. The PALMA planters are manufactured at a production facility in Switzerland and are available in various colors as well as two different heights.
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