Japanese architect Junya Igashami designed a new furniture collection that was introduced by the Belgian gallery Maniera. He is known for his simplistic design and elegant structures. The new capsule maintains this concept but also uses juxtaposing materials that are defined as 'harder.'
This includes steel, wood, leather, and rattan -- when used to form the furniture, it creates delicate and thin lines that contrast its form. The thin lines also create a form of light that follows through the silhouette. It starts with the Ame low glass table which appears to be floating off of the floor with stainless steel and glass materials. More notable items are the Bou Light designs which feature a table lamp and a table lamp.
Image Credit: Junya Ishigami
What's Driving This Trend
- Juxtaposing Materials Trend
- Opportunity for blending contrasting materials to create delicate and thin furniture designs that play with light.
- Elegant Structure Trend
- Opportunity for incorporating simplistic yet elegant structures to bring a modern touch to furniture collections.
- Floating Furniture Trend
- Opportunity for designing furniture pieces that give the illusion of floating through the use of stainless steel and glass materials.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design Industry
- Potential for furniture designers to explore blending different materials and structures to create visually striking and innovative pieces.
- Interior Design Industry
- Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate juxtaposing material furniture collections to add a touch of modernity and elegance to living spaces.
- Lighting Design Industry
- Potential for lighting designers to create unique lighting fixtures that complement juxtaposing material furniture designs and enhance the overall aesthetic of spaces.
