Designer Benjamin Graindorge has put together a stunning repurposed wooden bench entitled Fallen Tree that repurposes a sapling into stylishly modern yet simplistic seat. The bench features the tree on its side transforming the trunk into a flat surface that can be used as seating.
Graindorge's project captures both the living and anatomical aspects to wood with his bench design. The left side of the piece keeps intact the foundation of the sapling with its warped branches varying in color and texture. The branches turn into the trunk that is then sanded and flattened down to create the seating surface. The right side matches the branches in hight with a clear glass leg.
The Fallen Tree will be available for viewers to see at the YMER&MALTA gallery in Paris during the FIAC 2015 event. Photo Credits: designboom, benjamingraindorge.fr
Sculptural Woodland Benches
This Fallen Tree is Transformed into a Repurposed Modern Seat
Trend Themes
1. Repurposed Furniture - This trend highlights the opportunities for turning discarded materials into stylish and functional pieces.
2. Nature-inspired Design - This trend focuses on using natural elements and materials to create visually appealing and unique designs.
3. Sustainable Art - This trend explores the intersection between art and sustainability, finding innovative ways to repurpose materials and reduce waste.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - This industry can take advantage of the repurposing trend by incorporating sustainable materials and designs into their products.
2. Interior Design - This industry can draw inspiration from nature to create visually stunning and eco-friendly spaces.
3. Art Galleries - Art galleries can showcase and promote sustainable art that challenges traditional notions of design and aesthetic.