The Art of Design Issue 53 2021 | Page 38

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WORKS OF ART
CENTREPIECES
Vases Sculptural and subtle in their expression , the Wave vases capture the essence of the collection perfectly . Each of these contemporary masterpieces presents a distinctively architectural quality through its wave-inspired surface .
Boxes Storing hidden treasures in the most elegant of forms , the Wave boxes are intricately crafted using one of nature ’ s most fascinating materials . The soft curves of the wave bring this piece to life , connecting the lid and its base seamlessly . A truly functional sculpture .
Bowls To be filled with interesting treasures , the Wave bowls are sculptural pieces that are intricately crafted using one of nature ’ s most fascinating materials . The soft curves of the wave bring this piece to life , making it a truly functional sculpture .
A STORY OF COLLABORATION , CRAFT & INNOVATION
THE REFINED WORKSHOP
A pioneering artisan stonemasonry business breathing new life into a traditional trade . With vast experience spanning marble design , procurement , manufacture and installation , our service is completely tailored to the unique requirements of each project . From the initial selection of each bespoke slab to the detailed design and delivery of every exceptional object , we bring craftsmanship , precision and passion to all things stone .
Filippo Castellani and Staffan Tollgård inspect the Wave Collection prototype with Jessica Barrington from The Refined Workshop
TOLLGARD
Award-winning interior and product designer , Staffan Tollgård was born and raised in Stockholm . He uses his earlier career in film-making as inspiration , manifesting his passion for story-telling through his interior design projects as well as product design ventures . Staffan ’ s design ethos is crystallised in two principles : the search for the Scandinavian notion of the distinctive ‘ red thread ’, or creative DNA , in each project , and the commitment to the creation of functional sculpture .
Working alongside Design Director Filippo Castellani , Staffan strives to tell the story of the piece instead of the story of the space . The direct , focused narrative of each piece offers an answer to a question of living that the interior design journey has uncovered .