Butantã Bench by Carlos Motta

Bench made with vertical sections of laminated birch and spruce wood (18.5 mm thickness each). Matt finish with stain and exterior polyurethane coating. Its inspired in natural shape...

Bench made with vertical sections of laminated birch and spruce wood (18.5 mm thickness each). Matt finish with stain and exterior polyurethane coating. Its inspired in natural shape...

Bench made with vertical sections of laminated birch and spruce wood (18.5 mm thickness each). Matt finish with stain and exterior polyurethane coating. Its inspired in natural shape...

Bench I by Kasanai Dimensions: D 100 x W 80 x H 45 cm. Materials: Oak, cement, recycled paper, glue, paint. 25 kg. The visual inspiration for the bench is a combination of natural wood and concrete. These two opposite materials combined, create a unique character of the product that has the coldness of concrete and the coziness of wood. The tabletop is made of natural oak, and the base of the table, resembling concrete in appearance, is made by pouring solid mass. The set task was technologically challenging - it was necessary to fuse wet mass and moisture-sensitive wood. The entire structure of the table is manufactured at the same time, so that the two materials join together smoothly and precisely to avoid any gaps. After the product dries, it is scrubbed, and the tabletop is oiled. The black concrete-like material is the result of various experiments. It is a mixture of several components: an eco-friendly of cement, recycled paper, glue, and paint. Dried it becomes as strong as wood, it resembles concrete but is slightly elastic, so it does not split or crumble.The result is a natural texture and strength that ensures durability. Donatas Žukauskas...