Wonmin Park's 'Plain Cuts' is Designed to Look Like It Was Painted
Joey Haar — November 29, 2017 — Art & Design
References: dezeen
'Plain Cuts', a new furniture collection from Korean designer Wonmin Park, is simple at first glance but increasingly complex upon further examination. The aluminum furniture consists of little more than sharp-edged rectangles bisected by struts, but the aluminum itself is patinated, giving it a richly textured exterior that is soothing and captivating to the eye.
The furnishings in the Plain Cuts collection include a bench, a chair, a dining table, a coffee table, and light fixtures, all of which have been finished with the same patinated aluminum. Each of these pieces alternates between a light metal hue that's typical of the material and a far darker shade, which is especially captivating because of how it hides the patina.
The furnishings in the Plain Cuts collection include a bench, a chair, a dining table, a coffee table, and light fixtures, all of which have been finished with the same patinated aluminum. Each of these pieces alternates between a light metal hue that's typical of the material and a far darker shade, which is especially captivating because of how it hides the patina.
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Textured Aluminum Furniture — There is an opportunity for furniture companies to innovate by exploring textured aluminum as a design material.
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Patinated Finishes — Using a patinated finish in furniture design has the potential to create beautiful and intriguing pieces.
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Simplicity with a Twist — Designing furniture that appears simple at first, but upon closer inspection reveals complex details, presents a new opportunity for furniture makers.
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Furniture Design — Furniture designers can explore using textured aluminum and patinated finishes to create unique pieces.
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Interior Design — Interior designers and home decor companies can use pieces from the Plain Cuts collection to add intrigue to a room.
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Metal Fabrication — Metal fabrication companies can experiment with new techniques for patinating aluminum to create unique finishes.
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