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Delicate Contemporary Glassworks

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Sylvain Willenz CIRVA Collection is Comprised of Three Series

— September 11, 2012 — Art & Design
The Sylvain Willenz CIRVA collection is comprised of a series of glassworks that truly contemporizes this form of art. Airy and delicate, the pieces nevertheless have a strong and sturdy presence, which will help them stand out in the home. From the orbed lighting to the geometric trays and boxes, the Sylvain Willenz CIRVA collection is striking.

Created for the Victor Hunt Designart Dealer, the Sylvain Willenz CIRVA collection was crafted at the distinguished CIRVA research and development centre in Marseille, France. Specifically made up of three series (Spot, Shift and Block), the collection is expressive in its design duality. Each stunning piece is made by hand using expanded polystyrene (EPS) board as the base material through the familiar lost-wax technique.
Trend Themes
1. Contemporary Glassworks - The use of materials such as expanded polystyrene (EPS) board to produce contemporary glassworks would be a disruptive innovation.
2. Handcrafted Glass Pieces - The production of handcrafted glass pieces using materials like EPS board for modern designs can disrupt the glassware industry.
3. Design Duality - Exploring design duality by using materials like EPS board can open up new avenues for glass art and design.
Industry Implications
1. Glassware Industry - The glassware industry can benefit from incorporating contemporary designs with the use of innovative materials like EPS board.
2. Home Decor Industry - The home decor industry can incorporate the lightweight yet sturdy properties of EPS board into producing modern glass pieces for interior decoration.
3. Art and Design Industry - The art and design industry can explore the use of unconventional materials like EPS board to create unique yet functional art and household objects.
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