With its vibrant mix of colors and patterns, Davide G. Aquini's wooden buffet table design has distinct elements that remind of African tribal art. The sideboard is made from recycled wood that has been lacquered by specific sections at a time. Due to the process, not all of the painted surfaces are crisp, which creates the soft and hazy look of a textile.
Each layer of wood is a little bit different, which creates a 2D pattern on top of the 3D texture that comes from having the wooden pieces protrude from the doors at different distances. In contrast to the storage unit's colorful doors, the rest of the furniture piece is anchored with black paint to keep it from looking too busy.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Upcycling
- There is an opportunity for companies to embrace upcycling and use recycled materials to create unique furniture designs like Davide G. Aquini's wooden buffet table.
- Tribal-inspired Design
- The use of vibrant mix of colors and patterns and tribal-inspired design presents an opportunity for companies to incorporate cultural inspirations in their designs.
- Combining 2D and 3D Elements
- The combination of 2D patterns over 3D texture in designs presents an opportunity for companies to create visually striking furniture pieces like Aquini's wooden buffet table.
Where This Applies
- Furniture
- The furniture industry has opportunities to embrace upcycling and incorporate tribal-inspired design in their products to create unique pieces like Aquini's wooden buffet table.
- Interior Design
- The design industry can incorporate the use of African tribal art in their interior design projects to create unique, cultural spaces.
- Sustainability
- The concept of upcycling and using recycled materials in furniture design presents an opportunity for the sustainability industry to focus on reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly products.
