La voile

In this project we chose to work with gravity which is a fundamental shaping force in nature. The first step in the manufacturing process is to create a basic fabric shape for the coffee table. As Gaudi did with his models of the Sagrada Familia, we hung the fabric piece, weighted it down and then secured it with "carton pierre" (our recycled paper based material). The oak part which was the original hanging point remained in the final object.
We were interested in the balance between a flat surface and the particular curves resulting from the weighted fabric. This contrast creates tension and movement giving the impression of the wind itself shaping the object.
We made the color using natural pigments to achieve the deep and bright blue you see. The « carton pierre » and the color together create a velvety and silky texture reminiscent of eroded creek rocks.