The Petit Jardin bench by Tord Boontje is a laser-cut steel and zinc bench. It is in Boontje’s signature floral style and resmbles intricately folded and cut paper. It would make a magical accompaniment to any garden especially once surrounded by greenery and foliage.
The Petit Jardin bench by Tod Boontje was a limited edition structure made by the artist. Only ten plus one prototype were every produced. Recently auction house Phillips de Pury & Company sold one of the benches for $53,000.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Flower-inspired Garden Furniture
- Designing garden furniture with floral patterns inspired by nature could attract high-end customers looking to decorate their gardens.
- Limited Edition Furniture
- Creating limited edition furniture pieces can appeal to collectors and boost the perceived value and exclusivity of the brand.
- Laser-cut Furniture
- Using laser-cutting technology in creating furniture can create intricate and unique designs that can be used in high-end furniture pieces.
Where This Applies
- Home and Garden Decor
- Manufacturers of home and garden decor can introduce furniture pieces inspired by nature and with intricate designs to attract high-end customers.
- Luxury Furniture
- High-end furniture manufacturers could create limited edition pieces to increase brand value and appeal to collectors.
- Metal Fabrication
- Metal fabricators can utilize laser-cutting technology to create intricate designs and unique structures for high-end furniture and art pieces.
