One designer saw objects once used for war and converted them into versatile pieces with her ammunition-inspired furniture.
In a collaboration with Formabilio, Daniele Cristiano created 'Calibro,' a sideboard that draws inspiration from an ammunition chest that was once used in the Great War. It is astounding that a piece that was once a container for war materials can now be something that is so versatile and stylish in the form of this sideboard.
The piece is both very functional and practical as it can be used for storage or seating in various rooms. It can easily be a bench in a foyer or a media unit for a TV room. The ammunition-inspired furniture piece blends modern design with solid spruce wood with an oil finish.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- War-inspired Furniture
- Furniture designers are finding inspiration from items once used in war and converting them into stylish and versatile pieces.
- Dual-functional Furniture
- Furniture pieces that can serve multiple purposes, such as storage and seating, are becoming increasingly popular.
- Modern Rustic Design
- Designers are combining modern elements with natural materials, such as solid wood with an oil finish, to create a modern rustic aesthetic.
Where This Applies
- Furniture Design
- Designers in the furniture industry can find inspiration from unconventional sources, such as tools or equipment, to create unique and functional pieces.
- Home Decor
- Home decor companies can capitalize on the trend of multi-functional furniture pieces that are both practical and stylish.
- Sustainability
- Sustainable furniture companies can incorporate natural and repurposed materials, such as the solid spruce wood used in the Calibro sideboard, to appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers.
