Nothing is fresher than a scenic park--apart from a park with fresh scenic ideas. With an innovative yet charming approach to public furniture, Anouk Vogel and Johan Selbing introduce a romantic English style with their smooth 'Vondel Verses' design.
Winner of the 2007-09 renovation competition for the Vondelpark in Amsterdam, the graceful project merges furniture with the flora and fauna of the park, allowing nature to absorb the novelty of these creations. The project features magnificent motifs of floral benches and kiosks as well as blossoming lamp posts with faux pigeons on their buds.
The shadowy matte surfaces fuse the traditional with the contemporary, creating an atmosphere that one may imagine enchanted; as if the furniture is one gust of wind away from coming to life.
Floral Public Furniture – 'Vondel Verses' Captivates Mother Nature
'Vondel Verses' Captivates Mother Nature
Trend Themes
1. Scenic Park Design - Opportunity for innovative and charming approaches to designing public furniture that merges with the natural environment.
2. Floral Motifs in Furniture - Exploration of incorporating floral patterns and designs into public furniture to create a unique visual experience in parks and other outdoor spaces.
3. Nature-inspired Lighting - Opportunity to develop lamp posts and outdoor lighting fixtures that mimic elements of nature, adding a whimsical and enchanting touch to public spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Landscape Architecture - Landscape architects can explore new ways to integrate furniture into the design of parks, merging functionality with aesthetics.
2. Outdoor Furniture Manufacturing - Manufacturers of outdoor furniture can consider incorporating floral motifs and nature-inspired designs into their product lines, catering to the demand for unique and visually appealing public furniture.
3. Lighting Design - Lighting designers can innovate by creating outdoor lighting fixtures that combine practicality with artistic elements, enhancing the ambiance and visual appeal of public spaces.