The lines between art and high fashion are blurred to a greater extent with this sculpture furniture exhibition by Harry Nuriev — the founder of Crosby Studios. Exhibited at Design Miami 2018, the installation is aptly titled 'The Office' and it is an expression of the artist's "early professional life as a low-level clerk in a small Russian design firm."
The sculpture furniture exhibit is defined as "satirical and sentimental." It boasts strategically placed office essentials — from exquisite wooden printers to lacey executive chairs. One of the stronger aspects of Harry Nuriev's 'The Office' installation is definitely the presence of Balenciaga's logo. This insert offers eclectic commentary of fashion and art, as well as a testimony of the fashion house's tendency to "re-contextualize ordinary objects."
Fashion-Integrated Art Installations
Harry Nuriev's Sculpture Furniture Exhibit Taps Balenciaga
Trend Themes
1. Fashion-integrated Art Installations - As art and fashion continue to blur the lines, there is opportunity for designers to create sculptures and installations that take inspiration and influence from high fashion.
2. Satirical and Sentimental Installations - Satirical and sentimental installations like Harry Nuriev's 'The Office' are becoming more popular as artists and designers seek to add personality and depth to their creations.
3. Re-contextualizing Ordinary Objects - The trend of re-contextualizing ordinary objects is being seen in both fashion and art, providing opportunities for designers to create functional and visually striking pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - As fashion continues to become more intertwined with art, designers in the fashion industry can explore incorporating elements of sculpture and installation in their collections.
2. Art - Artists can take inspiration from the fashion world to create installations and sculptures that comment on fashion and its impact on society.
3. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can embrace the trend of re-contextualizing ordinary objects to create pieces that are both functional and aesthetically interesting.