Here is a design that is right out of the city of ‘Bedrock’ and this must be something out of the lounge of the Flintstones. But in this modern world where every thing is getting metallic and designs are becoming more and more minimalist in nature, this is a wonderful amalgamation of style with simplicity and refreshingly green trends. The audaciously simple yet sensuously delightful models presented by Hugo França: The Story of the Tree attracts everyone with plenty of green in mind.
The Brazilian designer carves stunningly elemental and incredibly large-scale furnishings from discarded Amazonian Indian canoes and fallen Pequi trees, some dating to 1,000 years old. Among the beautifully sculpted pieces on display were low-slung coffee tables, languorous chaises, and enormous room dividers. The installation includes an insightful video that sheds light on França’s creative process, which is equal parts brute force and pure imagination. It is like watching Conan and Picasso go hand in hand.
Obviously none of these pieces come cheap as they cost tens of thousands of dollars but then they cost nothing to just take a look. It is like window shopping- just take a look and walk out as no one really expects everyone to buy them. But do keep the green theme in mind as this amazing piece of designing is made to not just sell but to leave a lasting green impact. As a lover of the planet it just makes you go- yaba daba dooo…
