Volk Furniture, a design studio founded by Brian Volk-Zimmerman and based in Brooklyn, New York, may be full of contemporary pieces, but the designs allude to an honored past through its focus on wood materials and tribal-like patterns. Considering that the studio's name pays tribute to the Volk Furniture designer's great-great-great-great grandfather, John Volk, a furniture maker of local renown in the early 19th century, it is only fitting that is the case.
From cabinets to tables, Volk Furniture recently debuted new pieces during this year's New York Design Week. Each one is full of geometry and color. In addition to the striking hand-painted details, Volk Furniture incorporates brass embellishments to add a bit of elegance to the otherwise sleek rustic designs.
What's Driving This Trend
- Contemporary Geometric Designs
- Opportunity for furniture designers to create modern pieces with geometric patterns.
- Revival of Traditional Craftsmanship
- Potential for furniture makers to honor the past by incorporating traditional techniques and materials.
- Integration of Brass Accents
- Opportunity for designers to add a touch of elegance to rustic furniture through the use of brass embellishments.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- Disruptive innovation potential for furniture designers to create unique pieces with geometric patterns and traditional craftsmanship.
- Craftmanship and Woodworking
- Opportunity for craftsmen to revive traditional techniques and materials in furniture making.
- Metalwork and Brass Accessories
- Disruptive innovation potential for metalworkers to provide custom brass embellishments for furniture designers.
