GUBI and Italian designer Joe Colombo are releasing a ‘Basket Collection’ made of rattan that fits the modernist furniture aesthetic. The collection features a sofa that comes in a two-seater or three-seater option alongside a lounge chair. The furniture offerings use a woven rattan base that references techniques used in rattan basketry, as well as a supersoft foam cushion on the top. The cushions cover the seat and back of the chair for extra back support on all models.
Joe Colombo is not known for using rattan as his material of choice, so GUBI feels extraordinarily proud that they are able to showcase the designer’s growth and promise. The ‘Basket Collection’ furniture capsule will arrive on Gubi’s website later in the summer.
Woven Rattan Furniture Capsules
The 'Basket Collection' from GUBI and Joe Colombo is Arriving Soon
Trend Themes
1. Rattan Furniture Revival - The use of rattan in modern furniture designs presents an opportunity for designers to create unique and sustainable products with a retro-inspired look.
2. Modern Minimalist Furniture - Incorporating unique materials like woven rattan into modernist designs creates new opportunities for minimalist furniture collections.
3. Sustainable Furniture Making - Using natural and eco-friendly materials in furniture design creates a niche in the market for sustainable products that appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Using unusual materials in furniture design presents new opportunities for manufacturers who want to stand out in a crowded market and appeal to younger consumers interested in unique, sustainable products.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers looking for unique furniture pieces with a retro-inspired look can incorporate the use of rattan and other natural materials in their designs, creating a new niche in the market for design-focused products.
3. Home Decor Retail - Home decor retailers can capitalize on the trend of sustainable and unique furniture pieces by offering collections featuring unusual materials and eco-friendly designs, targeting a growing market of environmentally-conscious consumers.