Although I love the look of the CTRLZAK D\ZEN furniture piece, I can't help but love what inspired it even more. Long story short, the inspiration for this project came when designers Thanos Zakopoulos and Katia Meneghini discovered something strange on a mountain near a Buddist temple -- boulders supported by tiny sticks.
As Design Milk so adequately puts it, "The idea behind the [CTRLZAK D\ZEN] furniture is that the stick is man’s little touch, which supports nature but reminds us that everything is temporary." A beautiful sentiment, it is echoed in the stunning simplicity of the CTRLZAK D\ZEN project itself. A bench, table or stool, these versatile pieces of furniture hold a zen-like metaphor for our relationship with this world.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Nature-inspired Furniture
- Exploring designs and structures inspired by elements of nature to create unique furniture pieces with a message.
- Meditation Style Decor
- Creating minimalist and functional furniture design to encourage a relaxed and mindful environment.
- Sustainable Materials Furniture
- Designing functional furniture pieces using environmentally friendly and sustainable materials that uplift your spirit and rejuvenate your senses.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Furniture Design
- The furniture industry can explore minimalist styles inspired by elements of nature to create furniture pieces that enhance the decor of the space and support mindfulness.
- Interior Design
- Incorporating sustainable and functional furniture designs in interior design improves the aesthetics, functionality, and ambiance of the space, providing clients with a wellness-focused environment.
- Sustainability and Environment
- Using sustainable materials to create functional furniture is a disruptive innovation opportunity for sustainability-driven industries by making an environment-friendly alternative to traditional furniture designs.
