Furniture design and architecture have a great deal in common, but one rarely sees the relationship laid out quite as clearly as it is in the Mezzanino Coffee Table. The Mist-O piece might easily have been a simple rectangular surface supported by four legs, but instead, the creator conceived a more sculptural object with an unexpected formal character.
A broad upper plane accommodates a variety of objects, from decorations and reading material, to electronics. One side of the monolithic side table has, however, been manipulated into a tiny staircase, modeling a modest living room movable into something of a playful podium. The treads on the Mezzanino Coffee Table can be treated like convenient ledges and undoubtedly enjoyed by your domestic cat.
What's Driving This Trend
- Scupltural Furniture Design
- Designers are exploring more experimental and playful furniture designs that transform functional pieces into sculptural artforms.
- Incorporating Movement in Furniture
- Designers are incorporating movement into furniture pieces, adding elements like staircases to create dynamic, playful and functional pieces.
- Multifunctional Furniture
- Furniture pieces are combining multiple functions, creating space-saving and versatile pieces that can serve various purposes in different environments.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- Furniture designers can explore more experimental designs that incorporate movement and playful elements to create eye-catching and unique pieces.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can look for dynamic and multifunctional furniture pieces to incorporate into their designs, adding versatility and interest.
- Architecture
- Architects can explore new ways of incorporating playful and dynamic furniture pieces into their building designs to add interest and functionality to a space.
